Manager, New Product Innovation
Westwood, CA
Marketing & Comms – Product /
Full-Time /
Hybrid
About Niagen Bioscience
Niagen Bioscience (NASDAQ:NAGE), the parent company of ChromaDex, is a global bioscience company dedicated to advancing NAD+ research and healthy-aging science. Our scientists partner with leading universities and research institutions worldwide to discover, develop, and create solutions that help people age better. Our flagship ingredient, Niagen®, a patented form of nicotinamide riboside, is one of the world's most extensively researched and validated NAD+ precursors, backed by 35+ human clinical trials and 400+ peer-reviewed studies.
We offer two product brands: Tru Niagen®, a daily supplement clinically proven to increase NAD+ levels; and Niagen® Plus, our premium pharmaceutical-grade NAD+ therapy brand featuring Niagen™ IV and injectables.
As pioneers in NAD+ technology, Niagen Bioscience and ChromaDex continue to set the Gold Standard in scientific rigor, quality, safety, and transparency through our commitment to excellence, innovation, and integrity. We have two locations in California (Tustin, CA and Westwood, CA) and a premier research laboratory in Longmont, CO.
Our C.H.E. (pronounced chi)
We enjoy working with like-minded people who embody “C.H.E.” and share our passion for health, wellness, discovery, and innovation. In our collaborative environment, employees quickly adapt to different situations, bringing:
Character – A positive attitude, commitment to success, and strong ethics.
Horsepower – Good judgment, creative problem-solving, and a strong work ethic.
Experience – Functional knowledge and skills to perform efficiently.
If you're eager to work with incredible people and contribute to something meaningful, join our team and help shape the future of bioscience on a global scale!
What we Offer:
A competitive salary, affordable health benefits, company sponsored life insurance, wellness initiatives, retirement savings with company match, paid time off, career growth opportunities and a flexible/hybrid work environment.
About the Role:
The New Product Innovation Manager will lead the development of next-generation dietary supplements. In this pivotal role, you will shape the future of our product portfolio by driving product innovation initiatives, creating new development frameworks, and guiding products from concept to commercial launch.
You will play a central role in our innovation pipeline, collaborating across R&D, quality, marketing, and sales teams to bring science-driven, market-ready solutions to life. This is an exciting opportunity to directly impact millions of lives by delivering products that redefine healthy aging.
Core Expectations:
• Pioneer New Products: Lead the full development cycle of NAD+ dietary supplements from concept to launch, identifying new market opportunities and creating innovative product pathways
• Champion Scientific Innovation: Translate cutting-edge NAD+ research into commercially viable formulations through close collaboration with R&D, regulatory, marketing, and manufacturing teams
• Define and Optimize Processes: Create and establish efficient product development frameworks that enhance collaboration, accelerate innovation, and streamline the path from scientific discovery to market launch
• Master Formulation Development: Direct and oversee the creation of high-quality supplement formulations focused on efficacy, bioavailability, stability, and consumer safety
• Optimize Manufacturing Processes: Collaborate with operations and quality teams to effectively engage CMOs, leveraging deep understanding of manufacturing capabilities to streamline formulation development, scale-up transitions, and quality assurance protocols
• Navigate Regulatory Landscapes: Ensure all new products meet or exceed FDA and international regulatory requirements
• Lead Cross-Functional Teams: Collaborate with R&D, marketing, quality, and sales to align product development with business objectives
• Balance Competing Priorities: Skillfully manage multiple high-priority initiatives simultaneously, making strategic decisions about resource allocation and timing
Qualifications and Success Factors:
• Bachelor's degree in food science, nutrition, biochemistry, or related field (Master's preferred)
• 3-5 years’ experience developing dietary supplements or related health products
• Proven success bringing multiple supplement products from concept to market
• Strong track record of cross-functional leadership across R&D, operations, marketing, and regulatory teams
• Hands-on experience with regulatory compliance for supplements
• Background in developing premium health or nutraceutical products
• Experience managing multiple development initiatives simultaneously
• Deep knowledge of supplement formulation, ingredient science, and regulatory requirements a plus
Competencies & Skills
• Strong project management and cross-functional leadership skills
• Adaptable, solution-focused, and effective in fast-changing environments
• Solid understanding of FDA, GMP, and international regulations to ensure compliant product launches
• Strong ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in fast-paced environments
$110,000 - $145,000 a year
We are an equal opportunity employer that operates with an emphasis that People Matter. We respect and will consider every and all kinds of people regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, natural origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other factors prohibited by law or humanity.
