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Vice President of Product Innovation

2 months ago


North Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Blue Signal Search Full time

Company Overview:

Our client is a prominent manufacturing organization that collaborates with leading Fortune 500 companies and well-known brands to create successful products. They are in search of a forward-thinking Senior Director of Innovation.

Role Overview:

The Senior Director of Innovation will oversee a vibrant technical team focused on enhancing the use of confectionary-based products within the Over the Counter (OTC) sector. This position is pivotal in driving innovation to secure a competitive edge in a swiftly changing market environment.

What This Position Offers:

  • A competitive compensation package, including bonuses and comprehensive benefits (medical, dental, vision), along with a 401(K) matching program.
  • A workplace culture that emphasizes high employee retention and minimal bureaucratic obstacles.
  • Strong financial stability, with the company holding a substantial market presence.
  • A dedication to innovation, with resources allocated for new product development and support for existing brands.
  • Exceptional autonomy, empowering you to influence your career path.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Work closely with the Commercial team to establish the strategic roadmap and pipeline for a high-value OTC product portfolio.
  • Lead the integrated Research & Development (R&D) and analytical laboratory teams to define and deliver a range of monograph/New Drug Application (NDA) products.
  • Steer the product and analytical development process from conception to market launch, collaborating cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and operations teams.
  • Partner with Value Stream Leaders to effectively scale and commercialize products, ensuring that key design criteria are satisfied.
  • Manage the portfolio/projects actively, documenting development activities, assessing risks, and making critical decisions with executive leadership.
  • Enhance and oversee the product development process to promote efficiency and compliance.
  • Establish and implement best-in-class tools, techniques, and methodologies to boost technical efficiency.
  • Cultivate a culture of innovation and collaboration across various product teams and functional areas.
  • Provide leadership at the site and company level by engaging in key initiatives and driving organizational goals.

Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g., chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences).
  • Over 15 years of experience in Research & Development, with a strong background in developing and commercializing both oral monograph and NDA drug products.
  • More than 10 years of progressive leadership and management experience.
  • Extensive experience in OTC product development across 505.B.2/NDAs & monograph drugs in the United States.
  • An entrepreneurial mindset with a strong sense of ownership to maximize business value.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively engage and motivate senior leaders both internally and externally.
  • Excellent communication skills, capable of representing the company and its products effectively with major CPG/pharma/retail clients.
  • Strong analytical capabilities and business acumen to drive innovation and effectively tackle challenges.
  • Ability to lead and mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and other relevant software applications.

About Blue Signal:

As an award-winning executive search firm, Blue Signal has a proven track record of placing top talent in the manufacturing and industrial sectors, specializing in manufacturing leadership, engineering, supply chain, and logistics roles.