Job Description

This is an on-site role. Applicants must be commutable distance to Spanish Fork, UT.

Department: Research & Development 

Reports to: Caylin (SVP Operations/Quality), Jacob (VP Business Development) 

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About Western Botanicals

Western Botanicals is a fast-growing dietary supplement and sports nutrition manufacturer located in Spanish Fork, UT. As a result of our continued growth, we are seeking a Director of R&D to lead and expand our Research & Development function. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, outgoing, and thrives in a collaborative environment. This role requires a balance of technical expertise and customer-facing interaction, as well as the ability to develop and mentor an R&D team in a rapidly growing company. 

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Position Overview  

• Lead & direct the R&D department’s projects.
• Lead & direct the collection of regulatory documents and creation of supplement facts panels.
• Directly manage the R&D team, offering mentorship, accountability, development opportunities. 
• Serve as a collaborative partner with other departments, ensuring compliance, timeliness, and innovation in all R&D outputs. 
• Maintain strong vendor and partner relationships, particularly with flavor houses, to optimize costs and expand our internal product library. 
• Play a critical role in supporting new business by providing formulation expertise, flavor development, and direct interaction with customers when needed. 

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Essential Job Functions

• Manage the R&D team, providing leadership, guidance, and performance development. 
• Ensure all raw material documentation is accurate, complete, and uploaded correctly. 
• Create and manage SFPs (Specification Finished Product) for all new projects. 
• Partner with Regulatory on label reviews and respond to compliance questions. 
• Assist with claim verification for Non-GMO, Gluten-Free, Vegan, and other product certifications. 
• Oversee and maintain timely turnaround of open R&D tickets. 
• Support the Business Development team on customer calls requiring formulation or technical expertise. 
• Manage relationships with 3–5 key flavor houses, working to drive costs down and expand internal flavor/product testing libraries. 
• Collaborate cross-functionally with operations, quality, and regulatory teams to ensure smooth project execution. 

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Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in the nutraceutical industry, with preferred background in R&D and regulatory. 
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. 
• Proven ability to lead, manage, and develop high-performing teams. 
• Outgoing personality with the ability to engage in customer-facing interactions. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. 
• Strong time management and ability to manage multiple priorities effectively. 
• Culturally aligned, adaptable, and motivated to thrive in a fast-paced, growth-driven environment. 

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

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