Technical Product Development Manager

Summary

Join Ro, a leading direct-to-patient healthcare company, as a Technical Product Development Manager. You will play a key role in leading the technical development of new formulas across various product categories, focusing on compounding. This involves designing and developing formulas, collaborating with cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and ensuring quality and compliance. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience in formula development, strong project management skills, and a commitment to innovation. Ro offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including comprehensive health insurance, retirement plan, flexible PTO, and various wellness programs. While Ro values in-person collaboration, it supports flexible work arrangements, allowing employees to work remotely from anywhere in the US.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree – Chemistry, Engineering or related field of study
• Proven experience of 3-5 years of formulation within Food, Personal Care or Confectionary industries required
• Excellent project management skills, Strength at timeline management, managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail
• Effective communication and collaboration skills, comfortable working with cross-functional teams and external partners
• Innovative mindset, always seeking opportunities to improve formulas / products and drive efficiency
• Commitment to quality and compliance, ensuring all products meet regulatory standards and Ro's quality expectations

Responsibilities

• Design and develop Lead formula development for products that meet regulatory requirements across pharmaceuticals, OTC drugs, cosmetics, and supplements
• Write the Product Development and/or Compounding Brief(s) & evaluate benchmark
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams, including packaging development, supply chain, and quality assurance, to align new product strategies with business objectives
• Own the formula development timeline: initiate requests, evaluate samples, redirect to a third-party lab when needed
• Take the lead on any reformulation needs & troubleshoot issues
• Strong timeline management skills, managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Stay informed of the latest compounding / manufacturing capabilities and material innovations, technology-driven raw materials and ingredients
• Evaluate and select appropriate raw materials, balancing factors such as cost, and product compliance
• Collaborate with suppliers and manufacturers to ensure raw materials meet Ro's quality standards and specifications
• Must be willing to travel up to 25%

Preferred Qualifications

• Compounding or Pharma formulation is a plus
• Knowledge of compounding pharmacy guidelines is preferred

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance + OneMedical membership
• Healthcare and Dependent Care FSA
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible PTO
• Wellbeing + Learning & Growth reimbursements
• Paid parental leave + Fertility benefits
• Pet insurance
• Student loan refinancing
• Virtual resources for mindfulness, counseling, and fitness