Sr. Scientist & Product Stewardship

Job Details Employee Type: Full-Time Exempt Required Degree: 4 Year Degree General Job Description Catalyst Nutraceuticals is seeking a role that requires someone who desires broad exposure across both product development and product delivery. This person will have to be highly technical from a product development/commercialization aspect, yet comfortable working with production and procurement to meet product delivery needs for an industry‑leading brand within our portfolio. This unique hybrid role blends advanced formulation expertise, commercialization leadership, strategic customer engagement, operational planning, and financial acumen. The ideal candidate will operate as both a technical subject matter expert and a trusted account partner, ensuring seamless product execution from concept through scale‑up and post‑order delivery. The role requires scientific rigor, operational fluency, financial acumen, and strong executive presence. Duties & Responsibilities Product Stewardship Facilitate designated products through development from concept to post‑launch. Anticipate risks and mitigate escalation through proactive alignment. Champion cross‑functional communication between Product Development, Operations, QA, Packaging, and the Brand. Lead technology transfer initiatives for complex greens and functional blend products. Co‑develop and refine prototypes to meet strict organoleptic, nutritional, and performance standards. Establish reference standards and ensure translation from bench to production. Conduct root‑cause analysis and troubleshoot formulation or process challenges. Support change controls and deviations as product steward. Commercialization & Technical Execution Partner with Operations to ensure seamless scale‑up and manufacturability. Develop and review blend instructions and process parameters. Participate in first‑time production runs and provide technical oversight as needed. Support process capability improvements and operational efficiency initiatives. Ensure documentation integrity in collaboration with Technical Documentation. Strategic Customer Engagement and Operational Planning Serve as primary technical liaison for a major greens brand account. Lead recurring technical calls to align on development progress, specifications, and commercialization readiness. Lead open‑order calls with the customer. Ensure jobs are placed correctly in the schedule, working with production to ensure the correct documentation and compliance. Documentation & Compliance Oversight Collaborate with Technical Documentation on material specifications, BOM validation, finished product specifications, and SFP/NFP review. Ensure product concepts are supported by appropriate composition, allergen, and regulatory documentation. Interface with Regulatory as needed to support claims substantiation and compliance. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Chemistry, Nutrition, or a related scientific discipline (advanced degree preferred). 5+ years of experience in nutraceutical or food product development, preferably powder‑based systems. Demonstrated expertise in greens, botanical blends, or complex multi‑ingredient formulations preferred. Strong understanding of scale‑up and blending dynamics. Experience engaging with external customers, suppliers, and manufacturers. Exceptional communication and presentation skills. Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities. Willingness to learn new things across multiple functions. Employment Eligibility Verification Must possess valid documentation to establish identity and U.S. employment eligibility. Security Requirements Submission to, and ability to pass, a thorough pre‑employment background check by Catalyst is a requirement of employment. Equal Opportunity Employer Catalyst is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kids for the Future