Director, Technical Management

iHerb; Irvine (CA); Hybrid; USD 186,652 - 235,000; Full time

Job summary

iHerb is seeking a Director, Technical Management to lead formulation, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, product safety, and packaging/labeling for Owned Brands. This role provides the scientific and compliance foundation for the entire product portfolio—from concept through post-market surveillance— and leads a hybrid team operating across established processes and new systems.

Responsibilities include setting technical standards, overseeing formula development with CMOs/CDMOs, ensuring

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of dietary supplement, OTC, or nutraceutical regulations (FDA, cGMP, DSHEA, FTC labeling).
• Experience building or significantly improving technical/regulatory functions in a product company.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (QMS) and CAPA processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Technical Management division including Formulation, Regulatory & Quality Compliance, Product Safety & Complaints, and Packaging/Labels.
• Set technical standards and oversee the development and validation of product formulas with CMOs/CDMOs.
• Ensure all products meet regulatory and labeling requirements across domestic and international markets.
• Build and develop a high-performing technical team; provide coaching and performance management.
• Identify gaps in current technical infrastructure and build systems, tools, and processes.
• Manage relationships with regulatory consultants, testing laboratories, and third-party auditors.
• Represent Technical Management in cross-functional NPI and change control reviews.

Skills

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory knowledge

Quality management systems

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science Chemistry Biology Nutrition Regulatory Affairs

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Workspace

QMS/PLM software familiarity

Job description

Job Summary

The Director, Technical Management is responsible for leading the formulation, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, product safety, and packaging/labeling functions for iHerb's Owned Brands. This role provides the scientific and compliance foundation for the entire product portfolio - from concept through post-market surveillance - and leads a hybrid team operating across both established processes and newly built systems.

Job Expectations

Lead the Technical Management division including Formulation, Regulatory & Quality Compliance, Product Safety & Complaints, and Packaging/Labels. Set technical standards and oversee the development and validation of product formulas in collaboration with contract manufacturers (CMOs/CDMOs). Ensure all products meet applicable regulatory and labeling requirements across domestic and international markets. Partner with compliance teams on quality management systems including specifications, SOPs, audit programs, and contract manufacturer quality agreements. Oversee product safety monitoring, consumer complaint management, and adverse event reporting processes. Lead packaging and labeling development, ensuring compliance with FDA, FTC, and relevant international standards. Partner with Portfolio & Category Management on stage gate approvals, providing technical feasibility input for new product concepts. Build and develop a high-performing technical team; provide coaching, career development, and performance management. Identify gaps in current technical infrastructure and build systems, tools, and processes to close them. Manage relationships with regulatory consultants, testing laboratories, and third-party auditors. Represent Technical Management in cross-functional NPI and change control reviews.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Required: Deep knowledge of dietary supplement, OTC, or nutraceutical regulations (FDA, cGMP, DSHEA, FTC labeling). Experience building or significantly improving technical/regulatory functions in a product company. Strong understanding of quality management systems (QMS), CAPA processes, and supplier quality agreements. Ability to operate in a hybrid environment - building new infrastructure while managing ongoing operations. Proven people leadership with experience developing technical professionals. Excellent cross-functional collaboration skills with formulation, supply chain, and commercial teams. Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple technical workstreams simultaneously. High degree of accuracy and attention to detail. Excellent organization skills and ability to multi-task.

Equipment Knowledge

Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Experience with Google Business Suite (Gmail, Drive, Docs, Sheets, Forms) preferred. Familiarity with QMS or PLM software systems a plus. Experience.

Experience Requirements

Generally requires a minimum of 12 years of experience in product development, regulatory affairs, or quality management within dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, OTC, or a related consumer health category. At least 3 years in a leadership role overseeing technical or regulatory functions.

Education Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Biology, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, or a related scientific field required. Advanced degree preferred, or a combination of education and equivalent work experience.

#LI-LR1 Compensation

The expected salary range for this role is $186,652 - $235,000 USD. The actual base pay offered will be determined by factors such as the candidate's relevant experience, education, geographic location, and internal equity.

If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.

At iHerb, we believe that living a healthy and balanced life should be easy and accessible to everyone. As a team member, we’ll empower you to live this promise each day as you make a truly global impact in your career.

iHerb is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

iHerb provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment.