Job Description:

Our client is a large-scale manufacturing company that works with Fortune 500 companies and household brands to develop winning products. They're seeking a visionary Senior Director of Innovation. Do not wait to apply after reading this description a high application volume is expected for this opportunity.The Senior Director of Innovation leads a dynamic technical team dedicated to expanding the application of confectionary-based forms in the Over the Counter (OTC) space. This role drives innovation to achieve competitive advantage in a rapidly evolving market landscape. This Role Offers: Competitive salary package, inclusive of bonuses, comprehensive benefits (medical/dental/vision), 401(K) match, and more. A culture characterized by high employee retention and minimal bureaucratic hurdles. Stable financial positioning, with the company holding a significant market share. A commitment to innovation, with dedicated operations for new product development and support for existing brands. Unparalleled autonomy, allowing you to shape your career trajectory. Focus: Collaborate closely with the Commercial team to define the strategic roadmap and pipeline for delivering a high-value OTC portfolio. Lead the combined Research & Development (R&D) and analytical laboratory teams to define and deliver a portfolio of monograph/New Drug Application (NDA) products. Drive the product and analytical development process from ideation to commercialization, working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and operations teams. Partner with Value Stream Leaders to successfully scale-up and commercialize products, ensuring key design criteria are met. Actively manage the portfolio/projects, capturing development activities, managing risks, and driving key decisions with executive leadership. Optimize and manage the product development process to drive efficiency and compliance. Define and implement best-in-class tools, techniques, and approaches to improve technical efficiency. Foster a culture of innovation and collaboration across different product teams and functional areas. Provide site and company leadership by participating in key company initiatives and driving organizational objectives. Skill Set: Ph.D. degree in a relevant science discipline (e.g., chemistry, chemical engineering, pharmaceutical sciences). 15+ years of experience in Research & Development, with extensive experience in developing and commercializing both oral monograph and NDA drug products. 10+ years of progressive leadership and management experience. Comprehensive experience in OTC product development across 505.B.2/NDAs & monograph drugs in the US. Entrepreneurial spirit with a strong sense of ownership to maximize business value. Proven ability to effectively engage and drive action with senior leaders internally and externally. Excellent communication skills and the ability to represent the company and products effectively with major CPG/pharma/retail customers. Strong analytical skills and business acumen to drive innovation and address challenges effectively. 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 strong track record of placing top talent in the manufacturing & industrial space, with expertise in manufacturing leadership, engineering, supply chain, and logistics roles. Leare more at /3D3a7NH