Dimond Connect
Overview
Our client in the wellness space is hiring a Director of Product Development. We’re looking for an entrepreneurial Director of Product Development to lead our innovation pipeline and own product strategy from ideation through launch. You’ll work closely with and directly manage our R&D Manager, collaborating to bring best-in-class sleep and wellness solutions to market. Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end product development lifecycle: concepting, R&D, testing, production, and launch. Manage and mentor the R&D Manager, holding accountability for technical execution and timelines. Define roadmap priorities and pitch new concepts to leadership. Partner with CX, Ops, and Marketing to ensure new product ideas are both customer-driven and operationally feasible. Analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitive insights to inform innovation. Collaborate with external partners, formulators, suppliers, and co-manufacturers to bring new ideas to life. Establish and oversee timelines, budgets, and go-to-market milestones for each product launch. What We’re Looking For
5+ years experience in product development within CPG, wellness, supplements, or functional foods/beverages. Proven ability to lead cross-functional product development and manage technical R&D teams. Deep understanding of formulation, testing, regulatory/compliance (especially in wellness/CPG). Strategic thinker with creative problem-solving skills and strong product intuition. Highly collaborative, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, startup-like environment. Bonus Points
Background in launching supplement or adaptogen-based products. Experience working in an early-stage or DTC brand environment. Passion for sleep, wellness, and human performance optimization. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Production Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services
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Our client in the wellness space is hiring a Director of Product Development. We’re looking for an entrepreneurial Director of Product Development to lead our innovation pipeline and own product strategy from ideation through launch. You’ll work closely with and directly manage our R&D Manager, collaborating to bring best-in-class sleep and wellness solutions to market. Responsibilities
Own the end-to-end product development lifecycle: concepting, R&D, testing, production, and launch. Manage and mentor the R&D Manager, holding accountability for technical execution and timelines. Define roadmap priorities and pitch new concepts to leadership. Partner with CX, Ops, and Marketing to ensure new product ideas are both customer-driven and operationally feasible. Analyze market trends, customer feedback, and competitive insights to inform innovation. Collaborate with external partners, formulators, suppliers, and co-manufacturers to bring new ideas to life. Establish and oversee timelines, budgets, and go-to-market milestones for each product launch. What We’re Looking For
5+ years experience in product development within CPG, wellness, supplements, or functional foods/beverages. Proven ability to lead cross-functional product development and manage technical R&D teams. Deep understanding of formulation, testing, regulatory/compliance (especially in wellness/CPG). Strategic thinker with creative problem-solving skills and strong product intuition. Highly collaborative, organized, and able to thrive in a fast-paced, startup-like environment. Bonus Points
Background in launching supplement or adaptogen-based products. Experience working in an early-stage or DTC brand environment. Passion for sleep, wellness, and human performance optimization. Seniority level
Director Employment type
Full-time Job function
Production Industries
Wellness and Fitness Services
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