Head of Innovation and Product DevelopmentHead of Innovation and Product DevelopmentAt Wanderlust, we’re on a mission to inspire people to find their true north. With a growing range of supplements and an amazing lineup of wellbeing events and experiences (including the legendary Jane Fonda at our next event!), we're growing fast—and we want you to join us!The roleBased in either our Melbourne or Byron Shire offices, we're on the search for a strategic thinker and doer to lead innovation and product development across our growing supplement brands. You’ll lead a small team to build and deliver our innovation roadmap, ensure compliance across markets, and produce products that excite consumers and meet key business goals.Your day-to-day responsibilities will be to:Lead the full product development lifecycle—from concept development and feasibility, through formulation, regulatory approval and manufacturingDefine and drive the strategic innovation roadmap across multiple brands, identifying gaps, consumer trends and new ingredient opportunitiesLead and manage NPD projects across functions, ensuring timelines, budgets, and commercial objectives are metGuide regulatory strategy and ensure compliance for all product categories across Australia, NZ and key export markets—including claims, labelling and registrationsOversee quality systems, including GMP compliance, product specifications and SOPsManage pharmacovigilance responsibilities, including communicating potential risks across internal and external stakeholdersBuild strong partnerships with contract manufacturers, raw material suppliers, regulatory consultants and R&D expertsCollaborate closely with Marketing, Sales, Operations and Finance to bring new products to life and ensure successful market launchCoach and mentor a small internal team, fostering a high-performance and solutions-focused cultureTrack and report on key metrics including innovation pipeline progress, regulatory status, quality compliance, and budget performanceAbout you:We’re keen to hear from applicants who have:7+ years’ experience in supplements, FMCG, or complementary medicineA degree-qualification in Science, Nutrition, Pharmacy or similarDeep knowledge of TGA and food regulatory frameworksA track record of delivering NPD that lands commercially and compliantlyConfidence leading projects, people and external partnersCommercial nous, with strong attention to detail and a passion for making things happenPassion for health and wellnessThe perks of wandering with usAs one of our wanderers, you can expect to:Be part of an entrepreneurial, innovative and incredible team determined to set a new standard of wellness – our team may be small, but our aspirations are BIGBe challenged, inspired, and to continually learn and growBe rewarded with Nurture days (extra paid days off), wellbeing activities, team retreats, product consultations and your own tailored Wanderlust product mixUse your energy for great, joining our Pledge for Better through our work with Bcorp, RAP and 1% time and profit commitment to charitable causes through our partnership with Igniting ChangeIf this sounds like your kind of wanderful, then we would love to hear from you!Seniority levelSeniority levelDirectorEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionProduct Management and MarketingIndustriesWellness and Fitness Services, Wholesale, and Retail Health and Personal Care ProductsReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at Wanderlust (Australia and New Zealand) by 2xGet notified about new Head of Product Development jobs in Toorak, Victoria, Australia.Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoDirector - Product Management, Private DiningMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoHead of Product, CIB Deposits & Liquidity ManagementMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMulgrave, Victoria, Australia 2 hours agoHead of Quality - Design (Director Level)Melbourne, Victoria, Australia 4 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoCremorne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 14 hours agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoCremorne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoHead of Visual Merchandising - Country RoadCremorne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 13 hours agoSenior Compliance Manager, Financial ServicesMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoInnovation and Product Development Lead - FMCGMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$120,000.00-A$155,000.00 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 3 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 days agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 2 weeks agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia 1 week agoMelbourne, Victoria, Australia A$130,000.00-A$180,000.00 1 month agoWe’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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