Product Development Specialist

Mercola

$78K — $98K *
Food & Beverages
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's in Nutritional Science, Food Science, Biochemistry, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 3+ years in product development or formulation (supplements, functional foods, or natural products)
  • Strong project management and prioritization skills
  • Ability to interpret scientific research and nutritional data
  • Excellent communication and vendor relationship skills

Responsibilities

  • Generate and present original product concepts
  • Research ingredients and review scientific literature
  • Source and evaluate new raw materials
  • Partner with manufacturers to solve formulation challenges
  • Ensure formulas meet compliance, safety, and label claim standards
  • Manage multiple projects from concept through launch
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Compliance, Regulatory, Marketing, Operations)
  • Review marketing materials for scientific accuracy
  • Analyze competitor products and pricing trends

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Dayforce Wallet - get paid as you earn
  • Employee Discount
  • Retirement Planning (401k with matching contribution)
  • Pet Insurance
  • Wellness Program Offerings
  • Paid Time Off, starting at 15 days annually
  • 9 Paid Holidays per year, including 1 floating holiday
Full Job Description
ROLE SNAPSHOT

  • Pay: $78,000 to $98,000 annually
  • Location/Schedule: Remote, Full-Time
  • Purpose: Lead the research, formulation, and launch of innovative dietary supplements and sports nutrition products.


KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Generate and present original product concepts.
  • Research ingredients and review scientific literature.
  • Source and evaluate new raw materials.
  • Partner with manufacturers to solve formulation challenges.
  • Ensure formulas meet compliance, safety, and label claim standards.
  • Manage multiple projects from concept through launch.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Compliance, Regulatory, Marketing, Operations).
  • Review marketing materials for scientific accuracy.
  • Analyze competitor products and pricing trends.


MUST-HAVE QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor's in Nutritional Science, Food Science, Biochemistry, or related field (or equivalent experience).
  • 3+ years in product development or formulation (supplements, functional foods, or natural products).
  • Strong project management and prioritization skills.
  • Ability to interpret scientific research and nutritional data.
  • Excellent communication and vendor relationship skills.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in both supplement formulation and functional food development.
  • Familiarity with market trends in clean-label nutrition.


WHAT WE OFFER

  • The chance to innovate with a mission-driven team.
  • Meaningful work that impacts millions of health-conscious consumers.
  • A collaborative culture that values learning and growth.


Honest Challenge
You'll juggle multiple projects, navigate tight timelines, and balance innovation with compliance-requiring creativity, adaptability, and resilience.

PLEASE NOTE: While we appreciate candidates who reach out directly, given the volume, we are unable to respond to each inquiry individually.

The pay range for this position is $78,000 to $98,000 annually. Please note that the quoted pay range for this job is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) experience, including industry or specific experience, education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, and/or other applicable laws.

This position is benefits-eligible. Mercola provides competitive, affordable, and diverse benefit programs that support your total health - from a healthy body to a healthy mind. These benefits support you and your family in all aspects of life:
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Accident, Hospital Indemnity, and Critical Illness
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Employer Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Optional Supplemental Life and AD&D Insurance
  • Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Health Savings Accounts
  • Dayforce Wallet - get paid as you earn
  • Employee Discount
  • Retirement Planning (401k with matching contribution)
  • Pet Insurance
  • Wellness Program Offerings
  • Paid Time Off, accrued per pay period based on years of service, starting at 15 days annually.
  • 9 Paid Holidays per year, including 1 floating holiday.

The compensation and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. The Company reserves the right to modify this information at any time, with or without notice, subject to applicable law.

The Company expects to accept applications for this position until July 28, 2026, but encourages interested applicants to apply as soon as possible. We will review this information, and one of our Talent Acquisition professionals will reach out if your background aligns with the position.

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