Global Head of Product

Sweet Bee Organics; Frome; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organic wellness company in Frome seeks a Global Head of Product to lead R&D, compliance, and innovation efforts. This role involves managing product development, ensuring regulatory compliance, and driving product innovation. Ideal candidates will have an MSc in a relevant field, strong project management experience, and a deep understanding of UK/EU regulations. Join a passionate team on a mission to redefine organic wellness products.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunity for innovation

Qualifications

• Proven experience in R&D leadership within cosmetics and food supplement industries.
• Deep understanding of regulatory frameworks for cosmetics and supplements.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills in a cross-functional environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the R&D and Product Development team for various product categories.
• Oversee the product lifecycle from ideation to post-market review.
• Conduct compliance audits to meet regulatory standards.

Skills

Formulation leadership

Regulatory compliance expertise

Project management

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

MSc in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Biochemistry, Food Science or related field

Job description

Global Head of Product – R&D, Compliance & Innovation (UK Based)

Location: Frome, Somerset (On-site)

Sites: UK/US with expansion into EU

Company: Sweet Bee Organics

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Sweet Bee Organics is a rapidly growing organic wellness and skincare company redefining what “clean” truly means. With operations in both the UK and US, we craft high-performance, non-toxic products that merge ancient wisdom with modern science—from award-winning magnesium balms and botanical skincare to innovative adaptogenic blends and wellness formulas.

We are seeking a Global Head of Product to lead our R&D, formulation, and compliance functions. This is a pivotal role at the heart of our business, responsible for driving new product innovation, ensuring regulatory excellence, and scaling our formulations from lab to market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the entire R&D and Product Development team across skincare, body care, and consumable wellness (food supplement) categories.
• Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle—from ideation, formulation, and testing to launch and post-market review.
• Conduct ongoing regulatory and compliance audits of our full product range to ensure all formulations, labels, and marketing claims meet UK, EU, and US standards (ASA/CAP, CTPA, FDA, etc.).
• Liaise with regulatory consultants, safety assessors, and manufacturing partners to ensure seamless compliance documentation and product registrations.
• Develop and maintain robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for formulation, testing, and scale-up.
• Manage the transition of lab-scale formulations to full production, ensuring consistency, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Stay ahead of emerging ingredient trends, scientific research, and regulatory changes, identifying opportunities for product innovation and risk mitigation.
• Collaborate closely with marketing, operations, and leadership to align product pipeline with brand strategy and market growth goals.
• Champion a culture of innovation, scientific integrity, and compliance excellence within the product team.

Requirements

• Degree (MSc or higher preferred) in Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, Biochemistry, Food Science, or related field.
• Proven experience in formulation and R&D leadership within both cosmetics and food supplement industries.
• Deep understanding of UK/EU and US regulatory frameworks, including cosmetic safety assessments, INCI labelling, novel food considerations, and supplement compliance.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of taking multiple products from concept to successful market launch.
• Ability to design, implement, and oversee quality control and compliance systems across a diverse product portfolio.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills; able to collaborate cross-functionally and manage a small but dynamic team.
• Highly detail-oriented, analytical, and proactive—comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.

Desirable

• Experience working with organic or natural certification bodies (e.g., Soil Association, COSMOS).
• Knowledge of transdermal formulations, functional botanicals, and bioavailable actives.
• Experience managing relationships with UK and US regulatory consultants and testing labs.
• Passion for wellness, sustainability, and creating meaningful, science-led products.

Why Join Sweet Bee Organics

At Sweet Bee Organics, we’re on a mission to set a new standard in organic wellness. You’ll join a passionate, purpose-driven team shaping the future of natural health and beauty. Based in our Frome HQ with on-site lab and manufacturing, this is a unique opportunity to lead innovation and compliance at scale—bringing to life the next generation of truly clean, effective, and compliant wellness products.

To Apply

Please send your CV to [e-mail]