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Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture and market Splenda, the #1 brand in the low calorie sweetener category and the most recognized in the world. We make coffee, tea and water taste better and help people live happier, healthier and longer lives by making it easy to reduce sugar.

We offer an excellent compensation and benefits package. Come grow with us!

This role is not a remote opportunity, it is on-site at our Manufacturing Plant in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Scope:

The Project Manager plays a critical role in ensuring the effective and efficient execution of strategic projects, driving delivery on time, within budget, and on strategy. This individual is responsible for establishing and championing best-in-class project management methodologies, standards, and tools across the organization. The Project Manager provides end-to-end leadership for a diverse portfolio of initiatives, including product development and commercialization, marketing initiatives, major operational transitions, supply chain optimizations, and other strategic projects requiring seamless cross-functional collaboration. This role involves close partnership with both internal teams and external stakeholders to achieve business objectives and communicate project status and performance to leadership across the supply chain.

Essential Duties and Key Responsibilities:

1. Project Leadership & Execution

• Lead Complex Projects: Drive the planning, execution, and closure of critical supply chain and operational initiatives, such as major product transitions, system implementations, supply chain network optimization, key cost-saving programs, and supplier transitions.
• Full Project Lifecycle Management: Oversee project health against established timelines, identify and proactively mitigate risks, and provide leadership to measure variance in scope, schedule, cost, and quality for each project.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with functional heads (e.g., Operations, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, Marketing) to translate strategic requirements into actionable, measurable projects and ensure adequate resourcing for short-term and long-term goals.
• System and Process Implementation: Own the cross-functional implementation of new systems and processes to enhance speed, foster growth, and improve productivity. Collaborate across the company to identify, implement, and leverage project management best practices and tools.
• Risk Management & Mitigation: Proactively identify and assess project risks, employing defined processes and tools for swift resolution or escalation. Develop and prioritize risk management strategies based on a deep understanding of key processes and systems to optimize delivery and minimize exposure.

1. Continuous Improvement & Optimization

• Process Enhancement: Evaluate project improvement opportunities and effectively implement enhancements to advance projects and overall project management maturity.
• Documentation & Best Practices: See special projects through to completion, thoroughly documenting results, lessons learned, and best practices for future reference and organizational knowledge.
• Manufacturing & Packaging Optimization:
• Continuously improve the packaging specifications system in collaboration with Operations, Quality Assurance, Purchasing, and Marketing teams.
• Ensure manufacturing specifications are current and accurate through regular inspection.
• Identify and implement improvements in palletization optimization and material design to drive cost efficiencies.
• Collaborate with packaging materials vendors on key service points, ensuring compliance with specifications and fostering continuous improvement.
• Analyze technical data and drawings to determine appropriate packaging material attributes that meet customer specifications and production capabilities.
• Contribute innovative ideas to improve packaging technologies and resolve consumer application-related challenges.
• Support end-of-life (EOL) activities with Purchasing, Operations, and Commercialization for discontinued packaging.

1. Stakeholder Engagement & Influence

• Influence & Communication: Effectively influence stakeholders at all levels to facilitate decision-making and ensure project alignment.
• Commercialization Handoff: Manage successful handoffs from plant trials of new products, working closely with Manufacturing, QA, and Engineering to ensure efficient commercialization.

Qualifications:

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Three to five years of experience in project management.
• Preferred:
• Experience in the Food Processing industry, particularly with consumer-packaged goods.
• Background in either product development or supply chain.
• Strong knowledge of packaging materials (e.g., corrugated, paperboard, rigid plastics, flexible pouches) and characteristics for packaging structural design.
• Working knowledge of packaging-related manufacturing processes, including but not limited to printing, die-cutting, thermoforming, injection molding, and extrusion blow molding.
• Experience with TOPS/CAPE pallet building software.

Key Competencies:

• Project Management Expertise: Demonstrated knowledge of project management concepts (e.g., cost and time management, scope management, quality control) to effectively execute assigned tasks and lead project teams.
• Leadership & Management: Proven track record of strong people leadership, management, and development.
• Strategic Thinking: Broad functional experience in innovation and/or supply chain management, with a demonstrated ability to lead complex cross-functional initiatives. Approaches problems from multiple angles, identifies new areas of risk, and leverages emerging trends to anticipate and mitigate issues.
• Business Acumen: Strong business acumen and the ability to oversee project budgets effectively.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to physically perform functions such as climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting (up to 40 pounds), grasping, feeling, talking, hearing, and repetitive motions.
• Ability to work seated using a computer and phone for extended periods.
• Ability to work extended hours, including daily overtime and occasional weekends, as needed.
• Possess visual acuity to accurately document company records.
• Continuous walking throughout plant and distribution center facilities may be required.

The Senior Purchasing Manager is a strategic leader responsible for developing, executing, and optimizing sourcing and procurement strategies across protein commodities (chicken and beef), ingredients, and packaging materials. This role manages volatile commodity markets, negotiates complex agreements, mitigates supply risk, and leads cross-functional initiatives to ensure continuity of supply and long-term value creation. This leader partners closely with Marketing, R&D, Operations, QA, and Finance to support innovation from concept through commercialization—translating consumer insights into sourcing strategies, qualifying differentiated suppliers, and accelerating speed-to-market. The Senior Purchasing Manager drives cost savings through total cost of ownership (TCO) management, maintains strong supplier performance, and supports business growth through effective category management and team leadership.

What You’ll Do:

• Develop multi-year category strategies for proteins, ingredients, and packaging aligned with business goals.
• Analyze commodity markets (e.g., USDA data, feed costs, live cattle/poultry, resin and pulp indices) and model impacts on standard costs.
• Create should-cost models and TCO analyses that include yield, conversion, freight, packaging line efficiency, and waste.
• Identify alternate materials, suppliers, and qualification paths to improve cost, service, quality, and sustainability.
• Own category playbooks (risk maps, sourcing roadmaps, supplier segmentation, and governance).
• Lead RFI/RFQ/RFP processes; define specifications and evaluate bids using scenario and sensitivity analyses.
• Manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle from requisition through contract execution and change control.
• Select optimal pricing mechanisms (indexed, fixed, formula/hybrid) by category dynamics; manage forward buys and hedging alignment as applicable.
• Establish dual-sourcing and continuity plans for high-risk materials and sites.
• Ensure ethical sourcing and compliance with corporate policies and documentation standards.
• Negotiate commercial terms including pricing, volumes, service levels (OTIF), lead times, payment terms, and escalation/de-escalation clauses.
• Draft, review, and administer supply agreements, statements of work, and amendments in partnership with Legal and Finance.
• Monitor contract compliance and implement corrective actions and continuous improvement measures.
• Embed quality, food safety, regulatory, ESG/sustainability, and traceability requirements into agreements.
• Build strategic relationships and conduct quarterly business reviews with key suppliers across proteins, ingredients, and packaging.
• Implement supplier scorecards covering cost, quality, delivery (OTIF), innovation, service, and sustainability.
• Resolve escalations (capacity constraints, quality deviations, food safety or labeling issues, logistics disruptions).
• Drive innovation and value engineering with suppliers (spec optimization, right-weighting, mono-material designs, alternative inputs).
• Partner with demand/supply planning and operations to align forecasts, MPS/MRP signals, and inventory targets.
• Support S&OP with market outlooks, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies; communicate impacts to Finance and Operations.
• Proactively manage supply risks (e.g., animal health events, tariffs, weather/drought, labor shortages, transportation bottlenecks).
• Coordinate new product introductions, reformulations, and packaging changes with R&D, QA, and manufacturing.
• Develop detailed cost models for proteins (yields, trim values), ingredients (actives, concentration), and packaging (materials, conversion, scrap).
• Track and communicate market indices (grain, cattle, poultry, resins, paper) and inflationary/deflationary trends.
• Build and deliver annual productivity pipelines (VA/VE, specification rationalization, supplier consolidation, logistics optimization).
• Own annual procurement budgeting and standard cost setting; report variances and mitigation actions to leadership.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of buyers/category specialists and analysts.
• Set objectives, manage performance, and build capabilities in negotiation, analytics, and SRM.
• Champion process discipline and adoption of tools (ERP, e-sourcing, contract repository, dashboards).
• Foster a culture of safety, ethics, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
• Partner closely with Marketing to support innovation roadmaps, brand renovations, and product launches from concept to commercialization.
• Source ingredients, proteins, and packaging aligned with consumer trends, claims (e.g., clean label, sustainability), and brand positioning.
• Participate in stage-gate, concept reviews, and commercialization meetings to ensure supplier/material readiness and timelines are met.
• Identify and qualify suppliers that provide unique capabilities (innovative ingredients, sustainable packaging, proprietary processes) that enable marketing-led differentiation.
• Perform feasibility and should-cost analyses during early concept phases and provide market outlooks to guide pricing strategy and margin targets.
• Coordinate with Regulatory/QA to validate claims, labeling, certifications, and compliance implications early in the development cycle.
• Other duties as assigned or necessary.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):

• Productivity savings ($ and % of addressable spend) and TCO improvements
• Cost avoidance and variance vs. budget/standard
• Service and quality: OTIF, ppm/defects, corrective action closure time
• Contract coverage and policy compliance
• Innovation impact: time-to-market adherence, launch OTIF, supplier-enabled innovations, sustainable material adoption

What You’ll Need:

Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Operations or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive procurement/strategic sourcing experience with direct ownership of ingredients, and packaging categories.
• Demonstrated mastery of supply chain planning fundamentals, purchasing contract management, best purchasing practices, SRM, TCO, cost modeling, and negotiations.
• Proven success leading teams and cross-functional initiatives (including Marketing, R&D, QA, Operations, Finance) in fast-paced environments.
• Advanced analytical and financial acumen; proficiency with Excel/Sheets and data visualization.
• ERP/MRP experience (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Infor) and familiarity with e-sourcing tools.
• Onsite ability required; fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and tight deadlines.
• Occasional travel (5–10%) for supplier visits, plant audits, industry events, and cross-functional meetings.

Preferred:

• MBA or advanced degree in supply chain or related discipline.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, CPIM.
• Experience in food manufacturing, CPG, foodservice/QSR environments.
• Working knowledge of quality and food safety standards (e.g., HACCP, SQF/BRC), labeling/claims, and sustainability frameworks relevant to packaging.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and category management
• Advanced negotiation and influence
• Supplier relationship management and governance
• Financial acumen and data-driven decision-making
• Cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement
• Innovation mindset; ability to translate consumer/brand insights into sourcing strategies
• Project management and stage-gate commercialization support
• Risk management, problem solving, and resilience
• Operational excellence and process discipline
• Leadership and talent development

Healthy, Diverse Teams Breed Innovation:

Kevin’s Natural Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We deeply believe that diverse backgrounds and experiences make better teams, and we seek to attract talent from all walks of life. The team at Kevin’s is smart, humble, and passionate and we value a work environment that fosters personal development and opportunities to move within our small, but quickly growing organization.

More About Kevin’s Natural Foods:

Kevin's Natural Foods is a line of refrigerated and frozen meals, sides, soups, and sauces on a mission to empower even the busiest people to eat clean without sacrificing flavor. Co-founded by Kevin McCray who battled an auto-immune disorder for years, Kevin's Natural Foods was born from his desire to make clean eating seamlessly fit into any lifestyle. Shockingly delicious and made with clean ingredients, Kevin’s products are ready in minutes and always free from gluten, soy, and refined sugar.

In 2023, Kevin’s Natural Foods joined the Mars Food & Nutrition family, allowing us to expand our reach, accelerate innovation, and bring our mission to even more households while staying true to the quality and integrity that define our brand. A true market disruptor, Kevin's is the first clean refrigerated entrée brand working to prove every day that proper nutrition can be as delicious as it is healthy.

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Job Summary

As our Information Technology (IT) Specialist, you'll be part of the reliable team behind the scenes—ensuring computers, hardware, software, mobile devices, networks, servers, and more run at peak performance every single day. You'll set up workstations and software so new hires hit the ground running, keep login credentials secure and up-to-date in our databases, and deliver fast, friendly support that keeps our teams productive and smiling. Efficiency, diligence, and accuracy are your strengths, and our IT Team is all about being the dependable force that powers the entire company.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate trainings with the HR Team for new hires.
• Prepare for IT updates and trainings
• Work with IT Team to ensure everything is setup and ready for new hires
• Organize, manage, and update support tasks
• Ensure IT Department is efficient and responding to tasks quickly
• Manage asset tracking to ensure all devices are enrolled
• Organize, manage, and update login credentials, asset tracking, etc.
• Provide user support.
• Educate users on company software.

Role Requirements

• A genuinely pleasant, polite, and professional attitude
• Outstanding interpersonal skills and excellent written/oral communication
• Top-notch organizational abilities and laser-sharp attention to detail
• Proficiency with company software.
• Preferred: Bachelor’s degree or higher in a related field.
• Bonus: You thrive in solving a tricky issue and knowing your work keeps the whole company connected and moving forward.

Ready to be the calm in the tech storm? Join our IT Team and keep everything running seamlessly. You are the reliable backbone behind every login, laptop, and jobsite device —come make efficiency look effortless with us!

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity company (EEO).

About Aegis Sortation

At Aegis, our purpose is clear: to create raving fans through expert innovation in intralogistics. Our team combines innovative thinking with deep industry expertise to deliver solutions for projects of all sizes, throughputs, and complexities.

Aegis Sortation is a leader in the intralogistics technology and innovation space. Our expertise spans E-Commerce, Freight and Parcel, and Warehouse and Distribution. As a prime integrator, we have a team capable of conceptualizing and laying out complex systems, and completing detailed design engineering, procurement, and field installation across various project platforms. Our commitment to integrating excellence throughout the project life cycle sets us apart, delivering automation solutions to businesses ranging from local service providers to international logistics giants.

About the role

• The Senior Vice President of Innovation will lead Aegis’ enterprise-wide Innovation and Technology Development Strategy, driving measurable business impact through disciplined execution, technology scouting, new product development, and strategic partnerships. Cultivate a culture of creativity, inspire and motivate teams, and uphold Aegis’ Mission, Vision, and Core Values. Success in this role directly impacts company growth, revenue, and industry transformation.

What you'll do

• Drive innovation strategy and execution across product development lifecycle.
• Own P&L responsibilities for innovation initiatives.
• Lead Agile Stage Gate process for product development, ensuring disciplined risk and resource management.
• Collaborate with ELT and operating committee to align innovation with business goals.
• Foster a culture of innovation, resilience, and continuous improvement.
• Translate vision into actionable plans; chart the course through ambiguity.
• Oversee technology transfer, scaling, and commercialization of new products.
• Monitor market dynamics and iterate product strategies post-commercialization.
• Manage IP considerations and ensure compliance with company standards.

Embrace and promote by incorporating into your work the core values of Aegis:

1. Professionalism: Maintain a positive attitude and strong work ethic. Everyone is accountable for their work. Above all, respect others.

2. Customer Focus: Always work to exceed customer expectations.

3. Collaboration: Share ideas; train and mentor others to your level. Improve one another. 4. Take it Personal: Complete every task as if your reputation depends on it. Because it does!

5. Make it Better: Ask yourself, “What can I do to make our company better?”

6. Open Minded: Look at the possibilities and think outside the box. Embrace change.

Qualifications

• 10+ years in executive leadership, with direct P&L responsibility.
• Bachelor's degree in STEM (Master's preferred)
• Experience on executive leadership team and operating committee.
• Demonstrated success running stage gate/product development processes.
• Proven ability to commercialize products and manage lifecycle.
• Background in automation, electro-mechanical devices, or related fields.
• Strong financial acumen and risk management skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional leadership.
• AI, data science, and Gen AI experience preferred.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• 10 Company Holidays
• Professional development opportunities

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of Aegis Sortation to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Aegis Sortation will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

JOB DIMENSIONS

General purpose: Responsible for guiding and managing the Infrastructure (Asphalt and Pavement applications) R&D portfolio from initial ideation through full commercialization. Within the Infrastructure projects and platform, this role ensures the efficient deployment of technical resources across North America, with strategic resourcing aligned to both Global Platform teams and North American Business teams. Focused on driving new product and market growth, as well as defending existing market positions, the portfolio’s outcomes directly influence North America’s sales, earnings, and operating margins.

ACTIVITIES

• Work with the BU leaders and the R&D Director on project selection and prioritization.
• Work closely with the BU leadership to drive the technical programs through the different phases of commercialization.
• Makes use of Portfolio management and Stage Gate to successfully drive programs to commercialization.
• Contributes to the global innovation strategy and portfolio of programs; Leads the North American portfolio for Infrastructure.
• Ensures that the NA Innovation and New Product Development programs are properly organized, resourced and in-sync with the global programs.
• Develop IP portfolio in Infrastructure and makes recommendations concerning NA portfolio and competitive landscape.
• Propose new R&D projects to the R&D Director and the NA leadership team,
• Outline resources and capital expenditures required to ensure a pipeline to develop and enhance the portfolio.
• Ensure technical and scientific competencies are aligned with business objectives and strategies.
• Develop product roadmaps and multigenerational product plans to meet business objectives
• Communicate to management: Progress on development projects, significant technical or market findings which may offer new business opportunities.
• Communicate on technical papers at conferences and manage webinars and customer road shows.
• Support business strategies and initiatives at key customers by building relationships with key stakeholders.
• Work with the sales force to coordinate and participate in field trials with customers.
• Responsible for performance reviews, career development and safety for direct reports in their organization within R&D group in North America.
• Talent development within their direct reports.
• Contributes to Talent recruitment.

QUALIFICATIONS/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Ph.D. or advanced degree preferred in Chemistry, Material Science, or Chemical/Civil Engineering
• 10+ years of experience in specialty chemicals/Asphalt and/or Pavement chemicals
• Demonstrated innovation track record
• Demonstrated technical and managerial excellence which delivers significant commercial impact in a globalized business

About the Role

Ariat is seeking a motivated and curious minded Footwear Development Intern to join our innovative team. This internship offers a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in footwear development while contributing to the evolution of industry-leading products. The intern will collaborate closely with seasoned developers to assist in bringing products to market while learning about the complete footwear product creation process—from concept to commercialization.

As a Footwear Product Development Intern, you'll become part of a team that values craftsmanship, innovation, and authenticity. Ariat is committed to helping you grow professionally while enjoying a fun, inclusive, and creative work environment. Expect mentorship, hands-on projects, and exposure to real-world product development cycles.

What You’ll Gain

Development Support:

• Complete overview of the Footwear Development process (concept to commercialization)
• Learn Centric PLM system
• Work with Development Manager on footwear projects to learn about materials, shoe construction and manufacturing processes
• Communicate with the Development team in our sourcing offices for expediting the sampling process, evaluating feedback and implementing revisions
• Participate in fit testing sessions

Technical Development:

• Gain knowledge of the complete footwear development process including tooling, pattern engineering, product construction and materials and costing.

Presentation & Communication:

• Participation in Product Development team meetings and presentation of work as required.
• Present internship goals and outcomes to the team at the conclusion of the program.

By the end of the internship, the intern will:

• Gain an in-depth understanding of the footwear industry, including role of product development
• Learn the full lifecycle of footwear development, from concept to commercialization
• Develop a new Ariat style/SKU through the seasonal process.

About You

• Currently pursuing or recently completed a degree in Engineering, Industrial Design, Material Technology or like degrees.
• Knowledge or curiosity of materials, construction, and manufacturing is preferred
• Passionate for Western, Equestrian lifestyle or Industrial knowledge a bonus
• Passionate about footwear and eager to learn from a collaborative, fast-paced team
• Strong written and verbal communication and project management skills

About Ariat

Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style.

The hourly rate for this position is $20.00 per hour.

The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future.

This contract position may be eligible for select benefits through the payrolling agency. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 401k.

Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email

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Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.

Food Scientist

The Food Scientist plays a critical role in developing, optimizing, and commercializing ingredient solutions that meet customer needs and manufacturing realities. This role is responsible for driving formulation excellence, supporting scale-up from bench to production, and ensuring products perform consistently, efficiently, and safely. The focus of the Food Scientist is practical problem-solving, cross-functional collaboration, and translating food science into commercially viable, manufacturable solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and reformulate ingredient solutions including powders, pastes, butters, inclusions, and blends
• Lead formulation scale-up from bench to pilot to commercial production
• Troubleshoot formulation and processing challenges related to texture, viscosity, stability, oxidation, color, flavor, and shelf-life
• Partner with Operations to adapt formulations to equipment capabilities, line constraints, yields, and sanitation requirements
• Support and participate in plant trials, first production runs, and continuous improvement efforts
• Collaborate with Sales and customers to solve application challenges and support customer trials and approvals
• Clearly communicate technical tradeoffs and recommendations to customers and internal stakeholders
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation including specifications, technical data sheets, and sample notes
• Support cost-in-use optimization while maintaining product performance, quality, and clean-label objectives
• Maintain working knowledge of food safety, regulatory, labeling, and allergen requirements
• Support customer audits, specification development, and documentation requests
• Demonstrate ownership of projects from concept through commercialization and post-launch support

What Will You Need

• B.S. or M.S. in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field
• 5-7+ years of hands-on experience in ingredient manufacturing and/or food formulation
• Proven formulation experience with powders, pastes, butters, inclusions, or blends
• Customer-facing experience supporting technical discussions and trials
• Working knowledge of food safety, regulatory, and allergen requirements
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams)
• Able to read, write, and speak English fluently

What Will Put You Ahead

• Clean-Label reformulation experience and ability to optimize formulations for cost, functionality, and manufacturing practicality
• Experience supporting large CPG customers, customer trials, and product approvals
• Exposure to CAPEX-driven formulation changes or process improvements
• Bilingual (Spanish/English) speaking and communication skills a strong plus

About the Role

Kolon TissueGene, Inc. is seeking an Associate Director, Clinical Quality Assurance responsible for maintaining the Quality Management System and other programs to support Clinical Operations and commercialization of biopharmaceutical products. This role will ensure that all Clinical QA details are managed efficiently and exhibit continuous improvement.

Reporting to the Head of Quality Assurance, this role will support Inspection Readiness, regulatory Inspections, Quality policies and procedures. The Associate Director, Quality Assurance will work with Clinical Operations and Regulatory Affairs to ensure adherence to KTG policies, programs, and procedures in support of commercialization. A fundamental measure of success for the position will be a successful BLA Approval Inspection and launch of commercialized drug products.

This position is based on-site at our Rockville, Maryland headquarters.

Key Responsibilities

Quality Systems Leadership

• Lead the implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS), including Change Control, Deviations, Complaints, Vendor Management, and Audit programs.
• Ensure quality processes and systems meet FDA and global regulatory expectations.
• Oversee electronic quality systems supporting training management and GxP document control.

Clinical Quality Oversight

• Drive the GCP Quality strategy across clinical development programs.
• Provide independent Quality oversight of Clinical Operations to ensure compliance with regulatory and internal quality requirements.
• Review and approve clinical and nonclinical documentation, including protocols, amendments, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Oversee the development and maintenance of Clinical SOPs.
• Manage training qualification and compliance for Clinical Operations and Data Management teams.

Inspection Readiness & Regulatory Support

• Lead inspection readiness activities across clinical programs.
• Serve as a lead representative during FDA inspections and vendor audits.
• Support regulatory interactions including GCP inspections, Pre-Approval/BLA inspections, and investigator site inspections.
• Ensure clinical programs maintain inspection-ready documentation and processes.

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Lead quality risk management initiatives, facilitating risk assessments and implementing mitigation strategies.
• Identify opportunities for process improvements and quality system enhancements.
• Ensure quality initiatives and projects are properly resourced and executed within established timelines.

Leadership & Team Development

• Build and lead a high-performing Clinical QA team.
• Manage hiring, coaching, and development of Quality staff.
• Promote a culture of quality, compliance, and “first-time-right” execution.
• Ensure team members maintain appropriate training and qualifications.

Operational & Strategic Support

• Develop and manage Quality department timelines, budgets, and resource planning.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and project teams regarding Clinical QA activities and inspection readiness.
• Manage Quality vendor relationships and contracts, including quality consultants and electronic quality system providers.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Biological Sciences, Life Sciences, Physical Sciences, or a related discipline required
• Advanced degree (M.S., Ph.D., or equivalent) preferred

Experience

• 10+ years of experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, with a minimum of 8 years demonstrated experience of direct interaction with FDA and other regulatory agencies through GCP, Pre-Approval/BLA Inspections, and Investigator Site inspections.
• 6+ years of leadership experience in Clinical Quality Assurance roles
• Experience developing, implementing, and maintaining Quality Management Systems (QMS)
• Experience working with Clinical Operations and Regulatory Affairs teams in regulated development environments
• Experience in cell and gene therapy programs or advanced biologics preferred

Core Competencies

• Strong knowledge of ICH guidelines, FDA regulations, and GCP compliance requirements
• Expertise in Quality Management Systems, including change control, deviations, CAPA, audits, and vendor oversight
• Ability to maintain independent Quality oversight of Clinical Operations
• Strong leadership, organizational, and team development skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities
• Demonstrated commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• On-site position with up to approximately 20% travel.
• Extensive computer and keyboard use involving repetitive motion.
• Regular telephone and in-person communication.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Kolon TissueGene will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state law.

Why Join Kolon TissueGene?

Kolon TissueGene is advancing innovative regenerative cell and gene therapies designed to address the root causes of disease. As a member of our Bioinformatics team, you will contribute directly to the scientific rigor and data integrity that enable safe, effective therapies to reach patients.

About Us

Kolon TissueGene, Inc. (KTG) is a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company developing first-in-class regenerative therapies, including TG-C for osteoarthritis of the knee. We are building a mission-driven team committed to scientific excellence, regulatory compliance, and patient impact.

Benefits Highlights:

• Onsite yet Flexible work schedules
• Premium-free global health insurance (50% dependent coverage)
• 401(k) with immediate eligibility
• Long-term incentive bonuses
• On-site gym & wellness perks
• Extra PTO accrual every year
• Global and local training opportunities
• Visa sponsorship available for qualified candidates

Equal Opportunity Employer

Kolon TissueGene, Inc. is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Apply today to shape the future of regenerative medicine with precision, rigor, and purpos

Valeris is a fully integrated life sciences commercialization partner that provides comprehensive solutions that span the entire healthcare value chain. Formed by the merger of PharmaCord and Mercalis, Valeris™ revolutionizes the path from life sciences innovation to real-life impact to build a world in which every patient gets the care they need.

Valeris works on behalf of life sciences companies to improve the patient experience so that patients can access and adhere to critical medications. Backed by proven industry expertise, a deep commitment to patient care, the latest technology, and exceptionally talented team members, Valeris provides the data and strategic insights, patient support services and healthcare provider engagement tools to help life sciences companies successfully commercialize new products. Valeris provides commercialization solutions to more than 500 life sciences customers and has provided access and affordability support to millions of patients. The company is headquartered in Morrisville, North Carolina and Jeffersonville, Indiana. To learn more about Valeris, please visit a Virtual Access Educator (VAE) you will help support patient access to critical therapies by resolving access challenges through virtual education of healthcare provider (HCP) and support staff at sites of care. The VAE will be HCP-facing and serve as the subject-matter expert on regional payer access, prior authorizations, appeals processes, and patient support financial assistance offerings. This role focuses on ensuring timely and effective patient access and is strictly non-promotional and does not involve sales or the provision of clinical care/medical advice.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing national VAE team, ensuring consistent delivery of high-quality virtual access education and reimbursement support.
• Partner with Sales and Market Access leadership to align reimbursement strategies with brand and territory goals.
• Oversee VAE expertise in retail prior authorization processes, pharmacy benefit troubleshooting, payer requirements, and appeals pathways.
• Monitor team performance across defined KPIs, including triage time, enrollment efficiency, case resolution cycle time, documentation quality, and HCP satisfaction.
• Implement standardized processes, best practices, and compliant workflows for all VAE interactions.
• Serve as primary liaison across internal teams to identify, escalate, and resolve systemic access barriers.
• Guide the team in effective virtual engagement techniques, including platform use, presentation skills, and efficient troubleshooting.
• Ensure all activities adhere to HIPAA requirements, non-promotional standards, and all SOP/BRD policies. Reinforce the compliant use of approved materials and approved talk tracks only.
• Oversee consistent and accurate CRM documentation, ensuring data quality, completeness, and insights that drive access strategy.

Qualifications:

Required

• Proven leadership experience managing remote or field-based teams.
• 8+ years in the pharmaceutical or healthcare industry, with strong expertise in HCP access, reimbursement, and pharmacy benefits.
• Demonstrated collaboration with Field Sales, Market Access, and other commercial stakeholders.

Preferred

• Experience leading reimbursement or access teams supporting retail medications.
• Expertise in managing access complexities, especially for new-to-market therapies.
• Ability to translate payer insights into actionable coaching for access teams.
• Strong competency with CRM platforms (e.g., Veeva) and virtual engagement technologies

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit for long periods of time, use hands to type, handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. Prefer candidates who can type at least 35 words per minute with 97% accuracy.
• Although very minimal, flexibility to travel as needed is preferred.
• This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, etc.

Location Preferences:

• Remote role with national scope.
• Occasional travel for national meetings, training, or field collaboration.
• Valid driver’s license required

Why Work for Valeris?

We’re committed to supporting the well-being and success of our team members. As part of our organization, full-time employees can expect:

• Medical, dental, and vision plans, including HSA- and FSA-eligible options, with Valeris contributing toward premium costs
• Additional health support, including telehealth and Employee Assistance Program (EAP) services
• Company match on Health Savings Account contributions
• Free Basic Life and AD&D coverage equal to your annual earnings, with a minimum of $50,000 and a maximum of $300,000
• Company-paid Short-Term Disability coverage, with the option to purchase Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with 100% match on the first 5% you contribute, with immediate vesting
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave to support work-life balance
• Team members receive nine paid holidays plus two floating holidays
• Opportunities for advancement in a company that supports personal and professional growth
• A challenging, stimulating work environment that encourages new ideas
• Work for a company that values diversity and makes deliberate efforts to create an inclusive workplace
• A mission-driven, inclusive culture where your work makes a meaningful impact

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, depending on the position, a drug screen in accordance with company standards. Please note that this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or activities associated with the position. Responsibilities and tasks may be modified at any time, with or without notice.

Our Commitment to Equal Opportunity

At Valeris, we don’t just accept difference – we celebrate it, support it and we thrive on it for the benefit of our employees, our products and our community. Valeris is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Global Vice President, Research & Development - High-Growth CPG

A rapidly growing consumer products company is seeking a visionary and results-driven Global Vice President of Research & Development to lead its core innovation team. This is a pivotal leadership position for an individual passionate about driving aggressive growth and shaping the future of a dynamic, market-leading brand.

The ideal candidate will be a strategic leader with a proven track record of bringing highly successful products to market. You will be responsible for overseeing a talented research group of 30+, fostering a culture of innovation, and aligning the R&D strategy with ambitious business goals.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a diverse R&D team, cultivating a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Develop and execute a robust R&D roadmap that supports the company's aggressive growth trajectory.
• Manage the entire product development lifecycle, from concept and formulation to commercialization.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends, technologies, and consumer insights to maintain a competitive edge.
• Oversee the R&D budget, ensuring resources are allocated effectively to maximize impact.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in Research & Development within the Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) industry.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and scaling R&D teams of a similar size (30+ professionals).
• A strong portfolio of successful product launches and a deep understanding of commercialization processes for billion dollar+ company
• Exceptional business acumen and a history of managing complex budgets.
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate large teams.
• Preference for someone with a Ph.D.
• Due to the confidential nature of this search the exact location has not been disclosed

How to Apply

This is a confidential search. All inquiries and resumes will be handled with the utmost discretion. To be considered for this exclusive opportunity, please submit your confidential resume by applying here