Director, R&D

Somafina•Layton, UT

About The Position

Somafina is an industry leader in contract manufacturing of dietary supplements. Our commitment to innovation and excellence in R&D drives our aggressive growth strategy. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to manage unique and complex formulations while collaborating with dedicated experts who share a passion for quality and advancement. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest quality standards while fostering a collaborative and supportive company culture. Senior Manager R&D Overview: The Senior Manager R&D leads a team of formulators and product development scientists, consisting of 9 total members (7 direct reports across two functional groups), and is responsible for driving the team's growth and performance.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years in the dietary supplements industry, specifically in formulating, quoting, and product development roles.
Experience with tablets, capsules, and powders

Nice To Haves

Gummies experience is a plus but not essential.

Responsibilities

Oversee a team of formulators and scientists, focusing on performance management, goal-setting, and regular follow-ups to enhance productivity.
Reorganize both functional groups into a unified team, facilitating cross-training and motivating members through the transition.
Enhance technical outcomes by reducing operational and quality issues in delivered formulas.
Engage with operations to implement formulation changes that optimize production outcomes.
Maintain a working manager role, taking on hands-on responsibilities as needed.
Identify and drive necessary changes to support team and company growth, collaborating with executives and managers across departments.
Consulting with operations to enhance production via formulation adjustments.
Writing and/or approving deviations to accommodate formulation changes.
Proficient in writing documented procedures and conducting organoleptic product design and screening.
Experience in quoting and cost development for formulas and finished products.
Regular interaction with customers to support the sales team, acting as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) to enhance customer projects and reinforce Somafina's reputation as industry experts.
Manage and train the team to improve quality and efficiency in benchtop work and quoting processes.
Maintain updated project information in CRM systems, ensuring awareness of project status, risks, and needs.
Exhibit strong sense of ownership for all responsibilities, proactively assuming accountability for necessary changes and actions, even beyond job description.
Champion industry best practices, including cGMP compliance for the team.
Adhere to all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and company policies.