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$130,000–$145,000/yr
US

  • Lead product development and commercialization across co-manufacturers from concept to full-scale production.
  • Drive quality, cost, and yield improvements while running internal and external sensory programs.
  • Partner with Operations, FSQA, Procurement, Supply Chain, and Marketing to deliver launches and solve technical issues.

Food Science Product Development Project Management

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$120,000–$140,000/yr
US

  • Lead strategic sourcing and procurement, including negotiations and supplier management.
  • Manage co-manufacturing partners, inventory, and commercialization from planning to launch.
  • Build dashboards, drive S&OP, and partner with finance to optimize cost and performance.

Khloud is redefining the protein snack space with bold flavors, high-quality nutrition, and culture-driven branding. We are a fast-paced startup with a celebrity founder, building a disruptive CPG brand across retail and digital.

US

  • Lead day-to-day management of a snack brand portfolio, driving marketing strategies for growth through brand development, innovation, and consumer engagement.
  • Partner cross-functionally to execute initiatives that strengthen brand performance and achieve company objectives.
  • Maintain awareness of cultural and marketplace trends to bring new ideas and drive business results.

Eagle Foods is a diversified food company producing and marketing sweetened condensed and evaporated milk, snacks, and convenient meal solutions. With a heritage spanning over 150 years, the company fosters an entrepreneurial spirit focused on building better brands and people.

$105,000–$120,000/yr
US

  • Manage product specifications, batch sheets, and Nutrition Facts panels for finished goods.
  • Coordinate materials, samples, and shelf-life studies to support R&D and commercialization.
  • Own documentation, data, and logistics, working with cross-functional teams and suppliers.

Khloud Foods is a food company that develops and manufactures snack products. It is an emerging, high-growth company with a strong focus on R&D and quality.

$120,000–$150,000/yr
US Unlimited PTO

  • Lead ONNIT's end-to-end innovation pipeline, from ingredient discovery to product launch.
  • Bridge R&D and Brand by translating scientific evidence into commercial opportunities.
  • Drive cross-functional teams to deliver a 12–18-month roadmap supporting doubled launch cadence.

Onnit is an Austin, Texas-based health and wellness company that sells dietary supplements direct to consumers and through retail. As part of Unilever's Wellbeing Collective, the company fosters a culture of Curiosity, Discipline, Approachability, Commitment, and Ownership Mindset.

US

  • Lead end-to-end product development execution for new products and line extensions, from ideation to commercial launch.
  • Manage the innovation portfolio's stage-gate process, ensuring projects meet milestones on time and within scope.
  • Partner cross-functionally with R&D, Supply Chain, Marketing, Quality, and Regulatory teams to align on product specifications and launch readiness.

AG1 is a nutritional supplement company dedicated to providing foundational nutrition through science-backed products. They foster a high-performance culture with values like Radical Ownership and Continuous Pursuit of Excellence, operating remotely with a global team.

UK

  • Develop close relationships with customer food development teams and internal departments to drive innovation and sales.
  • Take an active role in NPD, creating recipes and managing customer expectations.
  • Plan, prepare and present customer food days while providing culinary expertise to colleagues.

Fresh Direct is the UK's leading supplier of fresh produce, seafood, speciality ingredients and meal solutions, serving chefs and caterers nationwide. The company celebrates diversity and inclusion, encouraging everyone to bring their unique talents and thrive.

US

  • Own the master development timeline for all product launches from kickoff through production.
  • Lead cross-functional commercialization meetings and drive accountability across teams.
  • Manage vendor relationships, testing timelines, and launch readiness for on-time releases.

Snif is a fine fragrance company creating high-quality, genderless scents and immersive product experiences. We are a lean, fast-growing startup backed by top consumer investors, with products available online and at Ulta Beauty and Amazon.

US

  • Manage key projects and strategic initiatives to drive operational excellence within Extraction & Formulation operations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify process improvement opportunities and support continuous improvement projects.
  • Serve as a central point of contact for senior leaders and coordinate project timelines, risks, and execution.

Green Thumb is a cannabis company operating in the Consumer Packaged Goods space. They focus on operational excellence and continuous improvement within a highly regulated industry.