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Ritual is a venture-backed personal health brand specializing in science-backed supplements, known for clinically validated prenatal vitamins and expanding wellness categories. The company operates with 120+ team members in Los Angeles and emphasizes transparency and evidence-based product development.
As Product Development Manager, you will lead innovation and new product development initiatives while maintaining brand standards. This is a highly cross-functional role requiring collaboration with Innovation Strategy, Science, QA, Regulatory, and Operations teams to shepherd products from concept through successful launch.
Key responsibilities include:
• Manage product development projects end-to-end using Stage-GATE processes, from formulation concept to commercial scale-up
• Collaborate with internal R&D teams, contract manufacturers, formulation labs, and flavor houses to develop and refine product formulas
• Conduct product review assessments and define success criteria for pilot and production runs
• Lead and coordinate prototype development, sensory evaluations, and testing across multiple product formats (capsules, powders, etc.)
• Ensure traceability and transparency throughout the development pipeline, from formulation to customer communication
• Partner cross-functionally to drive innovation strategy and support rapid product launches
You will be instrumental in scaling Ritual's product portfolio while maintaining the scientific rigor and transparency that define the brand. This role offers significant ownership of key growth initiatives in a fast-expanding organization.
