As the global leader in health and wellness innovation since 1935, GNC motivates people to reach their goals with the most trusted and exciting selection of products in the industry.

As #TeamGNC, we work hard to ensure that our consumers come first. We are always cultivating and collaborating on new ideas to bring innovative solutions to the forefront and testing new solutions to translate goals into action. Our team members are advocates for change and innovation. 

There is no greater gift than good health and no greater satisfaction than helping others to achieve it. Be a part of helping others to Live Well!

Responsible for overseeing and managing all phases of new product development throughout a product’s lifecycle from ideation to commercialization for GNC private brands.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Product Development Process
  • Collaborate with multiple departments on product innovation. Gather and review documents required for product intake. Set up meetings and lead discussions to understanding product vision.
  • Generate comprehensive timelines. Establish milestones and tasks and customize durations specific to a product’s needs while considering desired marketing date. 
  • Work with cross-functional partners (both internal and external) to ensure key milestones and supporting tasks are completed on time. 
  • Send out RFQ to vendors, gather bids, and prepare a detailed bid summary with recommendations. Report findings to manager and director to determine best partner.
  • Prepare a risk assessment and re-assess risk throughout the project life cycle. Proactively recognize potential issues, consider solutions, and report findings. 
  • Participate in product sensory evaluations. Must be able to understand the customer expectation, competitive landscape in addition to personal preference when providing feedback.
  • Work with subject matter experts such as quality, R&D and technical PD. Must be able to understand their areas of responsibility and interaction necessary as it relates to milestone required for formula approval to eventual product release.
  • Kick-off projects with packaging department for label creation and be a key participate in the label review process. Must be able to gather, review for accuracy then upload documents into WorkFront for art round review. 

• Communication & Reporting
  • Manage and update product status using varying systems or standard documents. Report out status at a re-occurring period or impromptu request.
  • Must be comfortable in communicating clearly, leading discussions, and influencing others.
  • Participate in multiple weekly meetings. This includes calls with external partners and meetings with internal cross-functional teams. Must be able to recognize the need for additional meetings/calls to facilitate communication or address an urgent issue.
  • Maintain accurate records that are organized and saved in appropriate locations for access company wide.
  • Inform management immediately of any interruption/delay of the project’s timeline. Be prepared with issues and solutions.
  • Seek to develop improvements to processes or create processes where applicable.

• All other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• None

• Bachelor’s degree in science, Art, or related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the key accountabilities of the job required
• Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred
• 5 years of specific experience in project management/ product development for private label consumer packaged goods
• Interest in health and wellness products and lifestyle
• Hybrid work environment, 2-3 days in-person attendance is required (Pittsburgh, PA) in addition to ability to work remotely. 
• Ability to communicate written and verbally in a professional manner with people at all levels of the organization and external contacts.
• Adaptability and flexibility to focus quickly on changing situations or revised goals.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail oriented, strong analytical skills, team-player
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
• Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
• Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as internal and external clients.
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines, and reporting

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

GNC Holdings LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer