Senior Manager, New Product Introduction

Are you passionate about taking innovative products from the lab to full-scale production? We are seeking a Senior Manager, NPI to lead the successful transition of new formulations from R&D through commercial manufacturing. This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for someone who thrives at the intersection of product development, process engineering, and manufacturing operations. Pay: $120-130k Annually + 12% Bonus incentive, 12-month fiscal year What You'll Do Lead scale-up and technology transfer activities from laboratory development through commercial production. Oversee the transition of formulations from bench scale to pilot and full manufacturing environments. Establish and optimize critical process parameters including mixing, heating/cooling, shear rates, vacuum pressure, and hold times. Support pilot runs and commercial launches while troubleshooting production and quality challenges. Partner closely with R&D, Quality, and Operations teams to identify and mitigate scale-up risks. Drive root cause investigations, CAPA activities, and continuous process improvements. Lead a multi-site scale-up team, including direct leadership responsibilities across multiple manufacturing locations. Develop and maintain manufacturing instructions, procedures, and technical documentation. What We're Looking For Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Cosmetic Science, or a related scientific discipline. 5+ years of experience in process development, scale-up, technology transfer, or manufacturing commercialization. Industry experience within personal care, cosmetics, OTC, pharmaceutical, or regulated manufacturing environments. Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects, troubleshoot complex manufacturing challenges, and drive operational excellence. Strong project management, analytical problem-solving, and leadership skills. Experience working within GMP-regulated environments is preferred. Why This Opportunity? Leadership role with direct impact on new product commercialization. Opportunity to influence manufacturing strategy across multiple facilities. High visibility with senior leadership and cross-functional teams. Competitive compensation package with bonus potential. Dynamic environment focused on innovation, growth, and continuous improvement. #J-18808-Ljbffr