Senior Manager, Medical & Scientific Communications

HELP US BRING THE GIFT OF HEALTH TO LIFE. Working at Pharmavite is an experience like no other. With a focus on complete nutrition, each endeavor is urgent and every day counts. The company offers the opportunity to work on the #1 selling national vitamin and supplement brand, Nature Made, as well as an exciting portfolio of products shaping the future of healthy living. The role is not available for any form of immigration sponsorship or support, including completion of the Form I‑983 training plan required for STEM OPT. Responsibilities Science‑Led Strategic Enablement Lead development of evidence‑based claim platforms and scientific narratives that support brand differentiation and informed decision‑making. Clearly articulate the scientific rationale, context, and substantiation needs for key initiatives to ensure alignment with business objectives. Partner cross‑functionally to embed MSC early in innovation and brand planning, providing scientific input for positioning and go‑to‑market considerations. Translate complex scientific evidence into clear, credible communications tailored for consumers, healthcare professionals, and retail partners. Ensure all scientific outputs are accurate, compliant, and aligned to communication objectives, supporting broader business goals such as trust, engagement, and product understanding. Revenue & Demand Generation Enablement Partner with innovation, brand, and sales to deploy science that increases sell‑in, shelf conversion, and eCommerce performance. Develop shopper‑facing, bite‑sized education that improves purchase confidence at point of sale. Enable omnichannel activation of science across retail, digital, and media touchpoints. Strengthen retailer partnerships through science‑backed category leadership and insights. Own and track the impact of science‑enabled initiatives on conversion, sell‑in, and consumer engagement. HCP & External Influence Strategy Lead targeted, insight‑driven HCP engagement strategy to increase recommendation, credibility, and market influence. Expand and differentiate continuing education (CE) and professional engagement platforms. Build long‑term advocacy with key HCP segments and translate insights into business strategy. Represent the company externally to enhance scientific authority and brand credibility. Scalable Education & Content Ecosystems Build scalable education platforms (consumer, HCP, internal) that drive trust, understanding, and demand at scale. Translate complex science into bite‑sized, high‑impact content that drives behavior change and purchase intent. Ensure all content ladders lead to defined business outcomes (conversion, engagement, trust). Leverage digital and AI‑enabled formats to expand reach, personalization, and effectiveness. Thought Leadership & Category Authority Establish Pharmavite as a visible, trusted scientific authority in priority categories. Translate emerging science and trends into actionable opportunities for growth and differentiation. Develop and activate an external scientific voice strategy that builds brand equity and demand. Strategic Leadership & Business Impact Ownership Own the end‑to‑end value narrative of MSC, linking all activities to business strategy and outcomes. Proactively communicate how MSC drives growth, differentiation, and market influence to senior leadership. Establish and track clear success metrics for all initiatives, ensuring visibility and accountability for impact. Ensure the team consistently operates with a mindset of outcome ownership rather than activity execution. Take accountability for connecting scientific work to enterprise priorities without deferring ownership. Team Leadership & Capability Building Build and lead a high‑performing MSC team focused on business impact, not just scientific output. Establish best‑in‑class tools, frameworks, and processes to scale science translation across the organization. Drive a performance culture with clear KPIs tied to commercial outcomes. Manage budget, resources, and prioritization aligned to highest‑value business opportunities. Success Metrics Science contribution to conversion rate and purchase intent lift. HCP engagement, recommendation, and advocacy metrics. Retailer adoption, sell‑in, and partnership strength. Improvement in brand trust and scientific credibility. Speed and effectiveness of science‑backed claims and narrative activation. Clear linkage between MSC initiatives and business performance outcomes. Minimum Qualifications Education Advanced degree (M.S., Ph.D. or equivalent) in nutrition, health sciences, public health, or related discipline. Experience 8+ years in scientific communications, medical affairs, or related field (CPG/dietary supplements preferred). 5+ years of leadership experience. Demonstrated success linking scientific communications to business strategy and commercial outcomes. Knowledge / Skills / Abilities Proven ability to translate science into commercially impactful strategies and narratives. Strong business acumen with ability to connect scientific work to revenue, conversion, and growth drivers. Ability to define strategy, influence senior stakeholders, and drive cross‑functional alignment. Exceptional storytelling and communication skills for scientific and commercial audiences. Experience engaging with HCPs, retailers, and cross‑functional commercial teams. Strong leadership, prioritization, and performance management capabilities. Work Environment Hybrid role requiring 3 days in person at a location in West Hills, CA. General office environment; ability to sit for long periods and move about an office. Travel 15–25% travel required. Safety The incumbent must be able to perform this job safely without endangering the health or safety of self or others. Supervisory Responsibility Direct supervisory responsibility for one to six employees. Our Offer Pharmavite is committed to meeting the needs of employees with a comprehensive Total Rewards package, including competitive compensation, performance bonus, medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) match, and wellness benefits. Pay Range National Target Base Pay Range: $140,000.00 – $234,000.00. For California and New York metro candidates, the target base pay range is $156,000.00 – $260,000.00. Equal Opportunity Statement Pharmavite is an equal opportunity employer. We prohibit employment discrimination and harassment based on race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, national origin, and any other basis protected by state and federal law. Pharmavite recruits, hires, employs, trains, promotes, and compensates individuals solely based on job‑related qualifications and abilities. Reasonable Accommodation Pharmavite also provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities or based on a sincerely held religious belief. If you need to inquire about an accommodation to complete the application process, please email View email address on click.appcast.io. Disclaimer The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not intended to be a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications of employees assigned to this job. #J-18808-Ljbffr Pharmavite