Product Development Manager

ABOUT US:

Built around our mission, we started Athletic Greens more than a decade ago as a way to bring comprehensive and convenient daily nutrition to just about everybody. Originators of the Essentialist Nutrition movement, our philosophy is to focus on a very small number of products based on what the latest science indicates is essential to human health.

AG1 is made from the highest quality ingredients, in accordance with the strictest standards and obsessively improved based on the latest science. 75 vitamins, minerals, and whole-food sourced nutrients in one convenient daily serving. Optimized for athletes, life-letes, and everyone in between. Vegan, Paleo, and Keto-friendly. One scoop or travel packet, 8 ounces of water. Every day. That's it.

Our mission is to empower people to take ownership of their health.

THE ROLE:

We are looking for an experienced and highly motivated Product Development Manager to join our growing Research, Nutrition, and Innovation department. In this role, you will be responsible for driving forward the iteration and innovation of AG1 and other physical products at AG including current and future offerings.

Our ideal candidate has incredible attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and is passionate about pushing boundaries . You have deep working knowledge about the supplement industry and will serve as the ingredient and formula expert when it comes to product development at Athletic Greens.

WHO YOU ARE:

• You come to the table with new and creative ideas to challenge ways of thinking and tackling the problem through an innovative lens.
• You have the intellectual curiosity and drive to learn more about nutrition, botanicals, the microbiome and nutrients and their impact on the human body.
• You have an extreme focus to detail and even the most minute adjustments and changes.
• Presentation is important to you and you understand the importance of upholding high standards.

WHAT YOU'LL DO:

• Gain a deep understanding of the Athletic Greens product portfolio; identify and fill product gaps, and generate new ideas that grow market share, improve customer experience and drive growth.
• Serve as a thought leader by offering professional expertise and input into the innovation and iterations of the formula and ingredients behind AG1 and other products.
• Continuously review and learn about the AG1 product through continuous research, clinical studies, third party sources, and other forms of research by partnering close with the internal Research team.
• Work with internal and external groups to create a long term physical products roadmap.
• Scope and prioritize product development activities based on complexity and customer impact.
• Write new product development briefs leveraging research insights and competitive analysis to bring new innovative ideas to market.
• Write and develop new standard operating procedures (SOPs) to improve process, flow and outcomes which should be done prior to any project work.
• Offer input and assistance in the label review process.
• Participate and help support the formula review process.
• Actively engage in reviewing of Certificates of Analysis on ingredients and offering sound judgment on the approval process.
• Partner closely with the Research team to expand and dive deep into product development for specific ingredients.
• Help execute on new product launches, partnering with the communications team, executives, and other product management team members.
• Work in lockstep with the Finance team on product development and R&D budget including packaging, ingredient sourcing, testing, etc.
• Partner with key stakeholders such as the Research Team, Sourcing, and Procurement to ensure highly quality of ingredients.
• Work closely with customer facing teams to review consumer feedback and advise on potential formulation or product changes/development.
• Assist with managing inventory timing across packaging components, phased out ingredients, and finished goods to coincide with new product releases and to minimize waste across our supply chain.
• Work with our external vendors and manufacturers on the sampling process and ensure we have a robust User Acceptance Testing for all new product releases.
• Work closely with our Quality team to establish stability and quality testing of all new products, including product labeling and FDA compliance.
• Work with the Quality team to manage certification and approval processes across different geographies.

WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR:

• Minimum of five years of experience working in a product development and R&D focused role within the food or supplement industry.
• Background in sciences including integrative medicine, naturopathy, biochemistry, biology, chemistry or related sciences.
• Proven track record of managing all aspects of a successful product throughout its lifecycle.
• Intellectually curious and motivated to learn more about the Nutrition, Research, and Innovation strategies for Athletic Greens products.
• Someone who is naturally solutions-oriented and is comfortable working with ambiguity.
• Ability to work independently and take ownership for outcomes while prioritizing and juggling multiple projects.
• Strong adaptability, flexibility and resourcefulness.
• Demonstrated experience and ability in forming relationships with and working with multiple stakeholders, both internal and external, in a remote environment.
• A full life outside of work with personal passions and hobbies!

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

• A 100% remote working environment, which has been implemented from day one.
• An immensely strong company culture that is enforced through the hiring process ensures values alignment and a highly collaborative team.
• A mission-driven approach to each and everything that we do, with an overall goal to significantly improve our customer's health and wellness.
• 90-100% premium coverage for top medical, dental and vision plans; certain plans associated with HSA employer contribution.
• Employer paid short-term disability and life insurance.
• Paid maternity and paternity leave to allow you to spend time with your new family.
• A monthly fitness class credit to support you on your health and fitness journey.
• Annual company-wide retreats and quarterly department-wide meetups (COVID permitting).
• A 401k plan with company-matching because life is an opportunity and we care about your future.
• Paid holidays and an unlimited vacation policy to ensure you have a healthy work-life balance.
• The opportunity to work with passionate, high-growth, business-minded colleagues.
• A brand new company laptop and a generous home-office budget so you can work your best.
• Access to Athletic Greens product and swag items.

Athletic Greens is dedicated to providing equitable and competitive compensation & benefits packages. For this particular role, the annual base salary range is $85,000 - $145,000 and will ultimately be decided at the offer stage, based on an individual candidate's level of skills and experience aligned with the needs of this role. Base salary is one component of total compensation for this position. We provide a competitive mix of base salary, performance bonus, and stock option allocation for eligible roles.

Athletic Greens is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to inspiring fulfilling lives, starting with a focus on health and we believe this starts in the workplace. We do this by providing employees with a safe and welcoming work environment free of discrimination and harassment. We strive to create a diverse & inclusive environment where all team members can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and make a difference in the world together. We do not discriminate based on age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by law. We are an equal opportunity employer.