Product Innovation Manager - Pet Food & Pet Food Supplements (all genders)

SUNDAY NATURAL; Berlin; Hybrid; EUR 40.000 - 60.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A dietary supplements company in Berlin is seeking a Category / Product Innovation Manager to lead product development initiatives in the pet food sector. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in product management, particularly within the animal nutrition market. Responsibilities include managing product portfolios, coordinating cross-functional teams, and executing category strategies. This role offers a hybrid work model and various employee benefits.

Leistungen

Employee discounts on products

28 days paid time off

Urban Sports Club membership

Flexibility for work-from-home options

Various discounts on popular brands

Qualifikationen

• 5+ years in Product Management or Innovation within animal food or dietary supplements.
• Experience developing pet food supplements in various formats.
• Understanding of retail and digital consumer behavior.

Aufgaben

• Manage the pet food & supplements category from conception to market launch.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams for product development.
• Conduct market analysis to identify trends and consumer insights.

Kenntnisse

Product Management

Product Innovation

Cross-functional leadership

Market analysis

Digital marketing insights

Ausbildung

Background in Animal Nutrition, Food Science, Chemistry

Jobbeschreibung

Your role

We are looking for an experienced Category / Product Innovation Manager – Pet Food & Pet Food Supplements to lead and drive our product development initiatives within the dynamic global supplements market. For this role, we are seeking senior professionals with a background in Animal Nutrition, Food Science, Chemistry, or related fields, along with hands-on experience in the product development of pet food supplements, particularly in capsule formats. In this pivotal position, you will oversee the end-to-end process of developing and optimizing innovative supplement products – from initial concept and formulation through to successful market launch.

Responsibilities include:

• Own and manage the pet food & pet food supplements category, driving growth through innovative product development and portfolio optimization – from start to finish!
• Develop cutting edge products that set new standards in your category!
• Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, Regulatory, Supply Chain) to bring new products from concept to market launch
• Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify trends, consumer insights, and competitive landscape within the global supplement space
• Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives and market opportunities in strong collaboration with Marketing
• Bring in your eCommerce & digital marketing insights to ensure successful product positioning in online FMCG channels
• Monitor product performance post-launch, recommending enhancements and lifecycle strategies
• Ensure compliance with international regulatory requirements for dietary supplements

Your profile

• Proven experience (5+ years) in Product Management, Product Innovation, Product Development, NPD or R&D (research and development) within the animal food / dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, or broader FMCG sector
• Deep knowledge of formulating / developing pet food supplements and related animal health & wellness products
• Strong understanding of the online retail environment and digital consumer behavior – retail experience is a plus!
• Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution as well as excellent project management and cross-functional leadership skills
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable strategies
• Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks for dietary supplements

What we offer

• An appealing discount on all of our products – from essential oils to vitamins & nutrients
• We offer 28 days of paid time off per year plus up to 5 days off between Christmas and New Year
• The Urban Sports Club membership, Swapfiets bike rental and a subsidy for the Deutschland ticket
• A healthy balance is important to us: we offer a hybrid work model and 'workation'
• Receive various discounts of up to more than 50 percent on attractive brands such as Flaconi, Bosch, Apple or Expedia
• You will be given real ownership and plenty of room for new initiatives, as well as the opportunity to contribute your expertise and implement your great ideas
• Inviting office spaces with access to plenty of organic teas and superfoods from around the world
• We like to celebrate each other! Regular tea & office parties, Christmas and summer feasts and various influencer events such as Women's Day

To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter via our application portal. Include the phrase 'YES, I AM SUNDAY'S NEW TEAM MEMBER' in the first sentence of your cover letter.