Sr. Manager, Supplement Formulation

We are seeking an experienced dietary supplement formulator to join the Nutrafol Formulation team. You will serve as a primary formulator for Nutrafol supplements, evaluating the functional ingredient landscape to identify novel ingredients with strong science, potency, bioavailability, and regulatory clearance. You will evaluate internal and third party scientific research as it pertains to human physiology, nutrition science, and mechanisms of action that connect the ingredients to the structure and function of the hair and/or skin. You will be accountable for staying up-to-date on functional ingredient innovation (internal and external) and competitor advancements, translating those insights into differentiated formula profiles, along with ensuring ingredient-level benefits can be substantiated. A successful candidate will be able to bridge their strong science background into actionable recommendations for product development, along with sharing complex scientific material to both technical and non-technical audiences.

This role reports to the Director of Formulation and will interface across multiple departments at Nutrafol, within Unilever, and with external physicians with the goal of advancing Nutrafol’s scientific expertise and thought leadership in the hair wellness space.

Bachelors or Advanced degree in Biology, Biochemistry, Nutrition Science, Pharmacology, Molecular Biology, or related scientific discipline with established experience

5-10 years of experience in dietary supplement industry

Proven track record in developing formulations for successful product launches

Develop and lead the strategy for substantiating ingredient level and mechanism of action and root cause claims across the portfolio, ensuring alignment with regulatory, scientific, and marketing requirements

Document root cause and ingredient claims substantiation into appropriate dossiers and science presentations

Partner with the internal Innovation, Clinical/Medical, Product Development, and Regulatory teams on understanding the ingredient level data and additional bridging data needed for launch claims

Collaborate with Product Development and internal teams to translate complex science into accurate, consumer-facing claims

Partner closely with Product Development, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Clinical/Medical, Marketing, and External Partners to ensure claims are credible, compliant, and differentiating

Serve as a subject matter expert to advise cross-functional teams on claim feasibility, positioning, and evidence requirements

Supplement Formulation:

Conduct thorough evaluations of new ingredients and technologies for potential use in products

Propose ingredients or technologies and dosages that can deliver against the intended consumer end-benefit

Work closely with raw material vendors to identify emerging ingredient technologies and whitespaces for innovation

Translate internal innovation findings into unique and differentiated formulations

Match root cause and mechanism of action understanding with novel innovative functional dietary supplement ingredients