Role Details
* Permanent Part-time role based in Rowville (24-32 hours per week)
* Hybrid working to support work/life balance
Role Overview
We have an exciting opportunity for a Product Developer – Complimentary Medicine to join our team. This role is focused on creating and improving nutraceutical products from initial concept through to commercial launch. Reporting to the Head of Research and Development, you will take full ownership of both New Product Development (NPD) and Existing Product Development (EPD), leading projects end-to-end.
The role combines creativity and technical expertise, requiring you to design innovative, effective, and consumer-focused products while ensuring they meet all regulatory, quality, and commercial requirements.
You will be responsible for bringing ideas to life, managing timelines, and ensuring products are scalable and viable for market success. Working cross-functionally with teams across the business, you will play a key role in delivering high-quality products on time and within scope.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead NPD projects from concept through to commercialisation, ensuring products meet formulation, regulatory, and quality requirements
* Develop and optimise formulations for efficacy, stability, and sensory performance
* Manage project timelines, risks, and stakeholder communication using stage-gate processes
* Conduct research on ingredients, trends, and innovations
* Oversee product testing, factory trials, and QA collaboration
Experience and Qualifications
* 10+ years' experience in product development (nutraceuticals/complementary medicine preferred)
* Qualification in Nutrition, Herbal, Naturopathy, or related field
* Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills
* Hands‐on formulation and manufacturing experience
* Solid understanding of TGA regulations and claims substantiation
* Strong technical writing and scientific evaluation skills
Benefits
* Flexible Work – option to work hybrid – in the office and from home
* Free products, staff allowance and substantial discounts on all our product range
* Core values that we live and breathe each day – Permission to play, Be purpose led, Think future act now, Play fair & as One, Make it happen and Communication is key
* Benefits program – Access to health initiatives focusing on your mind, body, soul, occupational and financial wellbeing (paid birthday leave, employee recognition program, paid parental leave and EAP)
Pre‐employment Requirements
Employment offers are subject to satisfactory reference checks, a pre-employment medical assessment, and confirmation of working rights. Applicants must hold valid Australian working rights to be considered for this role.
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