Your role
We are looking for an experienced Category / Product Innovation Manager – Pet Food & Pet Food Supplements to lead and drive our product development initiatives within the dynamic global supplements market.
For this role, we are seeking senior professionals with a background in Animal Nutrition, Food Science, Chemistry, or related fields, along with hands-on experience in the product development of pet food supplements, particularly in capsule formats. In this pivotal position, you will oversee the end-to-end process of developing and optimizing innovative supplement products – from initial concept and formulation through to successful market launch.
1. Own and manage the pet food & pet food supplements category, driving growth through innovative product development and portfolio optimization – from start to finish
2. Develop cutting edge products that set new standards in your category
3. Coordinate cross-functional teams (R&D, Regulatory, Supply Chain) to bring new products from concept to market launch
4. Conduct in-depth market analysis to identify trends, consumer insights, and competitive landscape within the global supplement space
5. Develop and execute category strategies aligned with business objectives and market opportunities in strong collaboration with Marketing
6. Bring in your eCommerce & digital marketing insights to ensure successful product positioning in online FMCG channels
7. Monitor product performance post-launch, recommending enhancements and lifecycle strategies
8. Ensure compliance with international regulatory requirements for dietary supplements
Your profile
9. Proven experience (5+ years) in Product Management, Product Innovation, Product Development, NPD or R&D (research and development) within the animal food / dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, or broader FMCG sector
10. Deep knowledge of formulating / developing pet food supplements and related animal health & wellness products
11. Strong understanding of the online retail environment and digital consumer behavior – retail experience is a plus
12. Strategic mindset with a hands-on approach to execution as well as excellent project management and cross-functional leadership skills
13. Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable strategies
14. Familiarity with global regulatory frameworks for dietary supplements
What we offer
15. An appealing discount on all of our products – from essential oils to vitamins & nutrients
16. We offer 28 days of paid time off per year plus up to 5 days off between Christmas and New Year
17. The Urban Sports Club membership, Swapfiets bike rental and a subsidy for the Deutschland ticket
18. We believe great things happen when we meet in person, which is why we embrace a hybrid model with one home office day per week – up to two depending on the area you are working in – and up to two weeks per year working from abroad
19. Receive various discounts of up to more than 50 percent on attractive brands such as Flaconi, Bosch, Apple or Expedia
20. You will be given real ownership and plenty of room for new initiatives, as well as the opportunity to contribute your expertise and implement your great ideas
21. Inviting office spaces with access to plenty of organic teas and superfoods from around the world
22. We like to celebrate each other Regular tea & office parties, Christmas and summer feasts and various influencer events such as Women's Day
Apply with your CV and cover letter via our application portal. To show us that you've read the entire job ad, please include the phrase 'YES, I AM SUNDAY'S NEW TEAM MEMBER' in the first sentence of your cover letter.
Contact
Sabrina Thome