Health & Happiness (H&H) Group is a publicly traded company, with established market positions in more than 15 countries in Asia-Pacific, Europe, North America and Oceania with over 3,300 team members working across the globe. Our vision is focused on premium nutrition and lifetime wellness, backed by science. We have 3 business segments - Baby, Adult and Pet Nutrition and Care - supporting whole-family health and happiness across 8 international brands.
On our journey to making a positive difference across the world, you will work with passionate people in an innovative and collaborative organization as we inspire wellness through #PurposeLedCareers!
We are passionate about our customers and community and are looking for similar-minded talent to join us! As an equal opportunity employer, we care deeply about creating an inclusive workplace where our team members feel valued, respected, and empowered.
Your role within the team
We are looking for a Product Development Manager for Asia who will lead Swisse product development for Asia markets.
Key responsibilities include
Lead the Product development stream for new and existing product development within the Asia innovation pipeline
Develop clear strategic alignment for the Asia innovation plans and support timely execution at scale
Collaborate with our Marketing and Science teams, along with your ideas and insights contribution, to enable concept ideation and smart formulation decisions
Work closely with cross-functional teams and build strong relationships with the contract manufacturers (CMs) and ingredient suppliers, ensuring projects move along at pace
Establish close connection with product development team across the regions and act as Asia's communication hub for updates on key projects' development
Explore trending ingredients, format and packaging technologies to feed innovation funnel based on Asia consumers' needs
Input into new processes and ways of working to help us build a world class product development function
Desired Skills and Experience
To make sure we are setting new starters up for success, we ask that you meet a few criteria relevant to the role to be considered for this opportunity:
Tertiary qualifications in Pharmaceutical sciences, Formulation chemistry, Health, Life and/or Applied sciences
Minimum 5 years' experience in the new product development of dietary supplements and/or nutrition industry in Asia
Good understanding of regulatory environment across Asia and experience in managing the varying requirements to design products with potential to scale across multiple markets
Experience in managing new product development process - from concept, brief creation, formula development to launch
Ability to critically evaluate raw materials and experience in assessing specifications and samples for suitability of use
Experience working with contract manufacturers and ingredient suppliers
Exceptional communication skills in English. Knowledge of another Asia language highly preferred
Dynamic, organized and able to manage multiple projects effectively
Team-player with ability to build strong working relationships cross-functionally, internally and externally
Willing to travel as required
Candidate with less experience may be considered as Assistant Manager*
H&H Group believes in the benefits of a diverse and inclusive workplace and aims to reflect the varied cultures within which we exist. We are committed to providing a working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment, creating a safe and inclusive environment for all.
We encourage applications from people of all ages, nationalities, religions, racial and gender identities, sexual orientations, abilities and cultures, and our hiring decisions will be based on business needs, position requirements, and the qualifications and experience of individuals. If you require support or assistance during the application process, please notify us at the time of application and we will be sure to enable reasonable adjustments where suitable.
If you have what it takes, please apply via the online portal and we will be in touch soon. We move quickly and may fill the role prior to the application close date, so we suggest you get in touch today!
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