Senior Medical Nutrition Product Development Lead

Nestlé Health Science; Bridgewater Township (NJ); On-site; USD 170,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Nestlé Health Science is seeking a senior leader to drive the development of medical nutrition products. You will lead the PD MN team, oversee product development projects, and ensure regulatory and quality compliance for timely market introductions.

The role requires a BS in a related field (or PhD with relevant experience), strong leadership, budget management, and willingness to travel to manufacturing sites. Nestlé offers a comprehensive rewards package and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Proven capability to lead a team and motivate people.
• Ability to manage resources and budget requirements (CAPEX, cost evaluation).
• Knowledge in food science and technology; RTD categories and I&R pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach and manage resources within the PD MN team to support product development projects.
• Drive and provide technical guidance on products, ingredients, processing parameters and equipment.
• Develop and implement plans to grow team capabilities through training and short-term assignments.
• Ensure regulatory, quality and IP protection requirements are met throughout development.

Skills

Team leadership

Resource management

Communication skills

Travel willingness

Interpersonal skills

Education

B.S. in Food Science/Engineering/Pharmaceutical or related

PhD in related field (optional/advantage)

Job description

Nestlé Health Science is seeking a senior leader to drive the development of medical nutrition products. You will lead the PD MN team, oversee product development projects, and ensure regulatory and quality compliance for timely market introductions.

The role requires a BS in a related field (or PhD with relevant experience), strong leadership, budget management, and willingness to travel to manufacturing sites. Nestlé offers a comprehensive rewards package and growth opportunities.