Job description

About the Role

Our partner company is currently seeking a visionary Chief Product Officer based in Canada to spearhead the next wave of product innovation and expansion within a rapidly growing consumer health and wellness sector. This senior executive role encompasses directing product strategy, research and development, scientific affairs, and commercialization of products. The successful candidate will craft the future portfolio, explore emerging markets, and establish frameworks that foster sustainable innovation at scale. Operating within a fully remote, high-trust environment, you will collaborate closely with executive leadership and diverse teams to convert concepts into market-leading solutions. This role offers a unique chance to significantly influence business growth while cultivating and leading top-tier teams focused on innovation and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Set and implement a forward-looking product vision ensuring that innovation translates into commercial achievements and sustainable development.
Lead and nurture high-impact teams across product development, research, scientific affairs, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance initiatives.
Develop and refine scalable systems and procedures to speed product development and boost organizational efficiency.
Guide the creation of scientifically sound, regulatory-compliant, and distinct product formulations.
Maintain product quality, consistency, operational efficiency, and resilience within the supply chain throughout the product lifecycle.
Collaborate with commercial, marketing, and operation teams to craft effective go-to-market strategies maximizing business results.
Foster a culture emphasizing excellence, ownership, and continuous enhancement across all product-related functions.
Utilize emerging technologies and AI-driven methods to accelerate innovation, improve product formulation quality, and reduce time to market.

Qualifications and Requirements

A seasoned product executive with extensive background in innovation and leadership within consumer goods, health, nutrition, or related fields.
At least 15 years of progressive leadership experience in product development, research, or innovation roles.
A minimum of 5 years managing large product or R&D teams within supplements, functional foods, consumer packaged goods, or adjacent industries.
Demonstrated success in launching and scaling consumer products from concept through commercialization.
Strong expertise in formulation science, sourcing ingredients, regulatory affairs, and product quality management.
Proven experience building and leading cross-disciplinary teams spanning product development, science, quality assurance, and operational functions.
Excellent commercial insight with capability to align product strategies to growth targets, profitability, and brand objectives.
Ability to design scalable systems and processes fostering long-term organizational growth.
Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills in dynamic, high-growth settings.
Entrepreneurial spirit able to balance innovation speed, operational rigor, and market realities.
Interest in applying AI and cutting-edge technologies to enhance product development and operational efficiency.

Benefits and Perks

Competitive executive-level compensation with performance-linked incentives.
Fully remote work setting providing autonomy and flexibility.
Strategic leadership role within a swiftly expanding organization.
Opportunity to shape product strategy, innovation, and overall company trajectory.
Comprehensive health and wellness benefits covering employees and their families.
Generous paid leave promoting a healthy work-life balance.
Wellness-oriented perks and employee benefit programs.
Growth prospects and direct involvement in executive decision-making processes.
A collaborative, high-achieving culture focused on ownership, innovation, and tangible impact.
Participation in company-wide gatherings and team-building activities.

Additional Information

This position operates within a framework that utilizes AI-powered matching tools to ensure the application process is efficient, unbiased, and aligned with core job requirements. Final recruitment decisions including interviews and assessments are managed internally by the employer. The company complies with data privacy regulations, including GDPR, and candidates' personal data is processed legitimately during hiring. Candidates' rights concerning their data can be exercised at any time. AI tools support evaluation phases but do not replace human judgment in the hiring process.

Chief Product Officer