Product Development Manager

headcount; Lausanne; Vor Ort; CHF 110.000 - 160.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Our client in Lausanne is seeking a Product Development Manager to drive innovation from concept to commercialisation in a health and longevity-focused portfolio. The role involves end-to-end development of supplements, with emphasis on gummies and novel delivery formats, bridging R&D and production, and coordinating with CDMOs and manufacturing partners.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in formulation and manufacturing, hands-on mindset, and the ability to manage projects

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in supplement or nutrition product development.
• Strong understanding of formulation and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on mindset with the ability to work effectively in a small and agile structure.
• Experience working directly with manufacturing sites and understanding production challenges.
• Creative and solution-oriented profile with a passion for bringing products to market.
• Comfortable managing projects independently and interacting with senior stakeholders.

Aufgaben

• Lead end-to-end product development from concept and formulation through to commercial launch.
• Manage product development projects across supplements, with a strong focus on gummies and innovative delivery formats.
• Work closely with the scientific team while acting as the operational bridge between R&D and production.
• Coordinate with external manufacturing partners and CDMOs, including scale-up and troubleshooting activities.
• Ensure products meet key formulation requirements including texture, stability, and manufacturability.
• Contribute to product positioning and market fit analysis by assessing competitor products and commercial potential.
• Support the company’s broader growth strategy by demonstrating the value and scalability of the product portfolio.
• Manage timelines, priorities, and cross-functional coordination in a fast-moving environment.

Kenntnisse

Formulation knowledge

Manufacturing processes

Project management

R&D coordination

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field

Jobbeschreibung

Product Development Manager

On-site, Lausanne – Full‑time – Permanent contract

Our client is an innovative company in the health and longevity sector, focused on developing science‑driven nutrition and personal care products. They are looking for a Product Development Manager to drive product innovation from concept to commercialisation across a diverse portfolio.

Responsibilities

• Lead end‑to‑end product development from concept and formulation through to commercial launch
• Manage product development projects across supplements, with a strong focus on gummies and innovative delivery formats
• Work closely with the scientific team while acting as the operational bridge between R&D and production
• Coordinate with external manufacturing partners and CDMOs, including scale‑up and troubleshooting activities
• Ensure products meet key formulation requirements including texture, stability, and manufacturability
• Contribute to product positioning and market fit analysis by assessing competitor products and commercial potential
• Support the company’s broader growth strategy by demonstrating the value and scalability of the product portfolio
• Manage timelines, priorities, and cross‑functional coordination in a fast‑moving environment

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field
• Experience in supplement or nutrition product development
• Strong understanding of formulation and manufacturing processes
• Hands‑on mindset with the ability to work effectively in a small and agile structure
• Experience working directly with manufacturing sites and understanding production challenges
• Creative and solution‑oriented profile with a passion for bringing products to market
• Comfortable managing projects independently and interacting with senior stakeholders

Please only apply if you are eligible to work in Switzerland and the EU.