Who we are:
Global Healing Center is a leading manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of healthy living products, specializing in cleansing and detoxification. Our mission: create and market the best products possible, help as many people as we can through education, and provide customers with solutions to live a healthy lifestyle. Check us out at www.globalhealingcenter.com if you are truly interested in working with us.
Here's the job:
As the Director of Product, you will be a key leader in driving product innovation and excellence within our organization(s). As a key member of the executive team, the Director of Product will drive the formulation, sourcing, and development of high-quality supplements, ensuring our products meet customer needs, quality standards, and market demands while achieving strategic growth objectives.
Responsibilities:
Strategic Leadership
- Provide high-level direction and oversight for Procurement, R&D, and QC departments, ensuring their objectives align with the company’s vision and goals.
- Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance product innovation, quality, and market positioning.
- Foster cross-departmental collaboration to achieve company objectives, including increased market share and customer satisfaction.
Product Development & Innovation - Guide the R&D team in the development of innovative, science-backed formulations that meet market trends and customer needs.
- Oversee the evaluation and integration of emerging ingredients and technologies to maintain competitive differentiation.
- Ensure the product pipeline is robust and aligned with long-term business growth strategies.
Procurement & Supplier Management - Provide oversight and direction to the Procurement team in sourcing high-quality, cost-effective ingredients.
- Ensure supplier partnerships support the company’s quality and ethical standards while meeting operational requirements.
- Identify strategic sourcing opportunities to enhance efficiency and scalability.
Quality Assurance & Compliance - Lead the QC function to ensure products meet all regulatory requirements and exceed customer expectations for quality.
- Drive the implementation of rigorous quality standards and continuous improvement initiatives across the organization.
- Monitor compliance with industry regulations and proactively address potential risks.
Research & Market Insights - Guide research initiatives to validate product efficacy and support marketing claims with robust scientific backing.
- Leverage market and consumer insights to inform strategic decisions and ensure product relevance.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to create educational materials that communicate the value and safety of the company’s products.
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (e.g., Business, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology); advanced degree preferred.
- 10+ years of leadership experience in product development, procurement, or operations within the supplement, nutraceutical, or related industries.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive alignment across multiple departments.
- In-depth understanding of industry regulations, quality standards, and market dynamics.
- Exceptional leadership, strategic planning, and communication skills.
Bonus:
- Knowledge of natural health industry;
- Actively embraces healthy living;
- Paid Time Off (PTO);
- Company covered health, dental, vision, and life insurance;
- 5% 401(k) match plus an additional 4%;
- Wellness Bonus for gym, continuing education, preventative care and other reimbursements;
- Employee store credit;
- Company sponsored events;
- Fun team-building activities.
**This position requires you to be on site at our HQ in Houston, TX.
