Product Development Associate

Iovate is a dynamic, leading-edge nutrition company that delivers some of the highest quality, most innovative and effective active nutrition, and weight management products in the world. Each of our Brands are committed to biology, science, and their own culture to assist customers in reaching their goals.

Iovate – Commited to a higher standard

Accountabilities:

  • Supports product development team through product concept to actualization via costing, brand review, flavor/technical development leading directly to shelf (‘Concept to Shelf’) through generation of final formulas and product development briefs
  • Supports product development team in lab duties
  • Manages and controls PD documentation including updates and approvals
  • Maintains product formula database (formula updates, entity management, active production vs. concept)
  • Maintain working knowledge of new and innovative trends in the supplement/food industry
  • Coordinate sensory evaluations to ensure the final formula meets or exceeds organoleptic expectations
  • Other role related duties as assigned

Experience & Skillset:

  • BS/MS in food science, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical or related field required.
  • Minimum 1 to 3 years of manufacturing or product development experience in the food or pharmaceutical/ Supplement/ Natural product industry an asset
  • Knowledge and technical expertise relating to wellness and sports nutrition science is an asset
  • Ability to travel to the US on short notice for observation of manufacturing of new product launches and finalization of sensory activities or any tradeshows, expos etc.
  • Proactive and able to continuously manage change in an extremely fast paced, energetic work environment with ability to manage both short term needs and long term department initiatives
  • Outstanding communication, problem-solving skills and organizational skills
  • Proficient in the use of MS Office Suite

What We Offer:

  • World class gym, fitness classes and external basketball court
  • Community involvement through charitable events
  • Competitive compensation package
  • 100% Group Health & Dental Coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Company RRSP Matching
  • Paid vacation & 5 personal days
  • Employee Engagement Events
  • Product & Swag from our industry leading brands
  • Professional career development
 

Culture:

Located in Oakville, Ontario, Canada we offer a dynamic, progressive, team based environment.  We have on-site premium fitness facilities and encourage a healthy lifestyle.  We also offer a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to grow with us. For further information please visit us at www.iovate.com.

Iovate Health Sciences international Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible work environment. We are committed to meeting the needs of all applicants in a timely manner and will do so by meeting accessibility requirements under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Human Rights Code.  If you require accommodations to fully participate in the recruitment and selection process, please email the Iovate Human Resources team at accessibilities@iovate.com to make an accommodation request.  Any information received relating to accommodations will be treated as confidential 

We appreciate applicant interest in this position, however, due to the volume of submissions, the Iovate Human Resources team will only contact candidates selected for an interview.