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About MetagenicsFor over 43 years, Metagenics has had the mission to help people live happier, healthier lives through the life-changing power of nutrition.We believe the way we do business is as important as the business we do; that a company in the nourishment business should nourish its people, too. So, we incorporated healthy, sustainable care into every dimension of our culture. Our diverse and expansive team are a prime example of the power of a people-first approach. We know first-hand, when an organization prioritizes internal growth and fosters empathy, its people come together to set an example of what the world can become.Join us in being the world’s leading healthcare professional-grade VMS company!

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The Role

The Senior Global Innovation Manager is accountable for defining and executing the long-term innovation strategy roadmap and develop and execute the pipeline for the relevant regions (NAM) & a designated Global Category.

Key Responsibilities

Innovation Strategy & Roadmap

Define and lead long-term innovation strategy (NAM + Active Living category)
Translate trends, science, and consumer needs into clear innovation priorities

Pipeline Development & Delivery

Build and manage a high-impact product pipeline (NPD, claims, repositioning)
Own end-to-end innovation process (insights → concept → business case → launch → review)
Deliver strong, commercially viable business cases (P&L, forecasts)

Product Development Leadership

Lead cross-functional teams (R&D, Regulatory, Supply, Marketing) to ensure on-time, on-quality product development & launches
Oversee claims, clinicals, and product positioning

Market & Consumer Insight

Develop deep understanding of consumers, competitors, and category trends
Identify growth opportunities and unmet needs
Use data and insights to shape strategy and pipeline decisions

Global–Regional Execution

Translate global strategy into regionally relevant innovations
Deliver innovation toolkits and handovers to markets

Portfolio & Performance Management

Optimize product lifecycle and portfolio for region
Track financial performance and pipeline impact

Leadership & Collaboration

Lead and align cross-functional stakeholders globally
Influence senior leaders and drive decision-making

Basic Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 10+ years’ experience in marketing/innovation (CPG, VMS, or pharma)
Proven cross-functional leadership and stakeholder collaboration
Strong portfolio strategy development and execution delivery
Excellent prioritization and multi-tasking skills
Confident communicator with senior stakeholder influence
Strong analytical capability (financials, consumer & market insights)
Advanced communication and presentation skills
Comfortable with global hours and travel requirements
Willing to work minimum 3 days/week in Jersey City office

Compensation

The current range for this hybrid position (3x/week in-office) based in Jersey City, New Jersey is $176,542 - $195,000/yr.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.

This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

Health and Wellness:

Medical, dental, vision
Annual employer HSA (Health Savings Account) funding for eligible employees who elect an HSA medical plan
STD, LTD, Basic Life AD&D coverage
401k + employer matching
Vacation and Sick Time
2 Volunteer Days off per year
Emergency evacuation time off
11 paid company holidays
1 Floating holiday to celebrate your birthday or important religious/holiday to you
Quarterly product allowance to use towards your favorite Metagenics products!
Product discount
Peer to peer recognition programs & more!

Learn more about how we help patient live happier and healthier lives here: https://www.metagenics.com/en-us/about-us

Metagenics, and its companies are committed to providing equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status with respect to recruitment, hiring, promotion and other terms and conditions of employment. Metagenics takes affirmative action in support of this policy to employ and advance in employment individuals who are minorities, women, disabled, and veterans.

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