Business Unit Overview Here's what all the hype is about: Premier Nutrition Company (PNC) is one of the fastest-growing companies in the convenient nutrition space showing clear leadership in the category of protein shakes and protein powders. We make the brands Premier Protein, Dymatize, and PowerBar, which is sold internationally, and we are part of our holding company, BellRing Brands (NYSE: BRBR). We have a simple, yet powerful, formula for our success, which we’ve been nailing for over 15 years. We start off with an organization powered by our company purpose—Changing Lives with Good Energy. Then our purpose-driven people are given the support and autonomy to develop and grow. Next, we are super-intentional about designing a culture where everyone feels like they truly connect and belong, which is one of our five company core values. Purpose-driven, connected employees who are consistently mastering new skills deliver amazing business results. And winning companies with amazing people and thriving cultures attract and retain top talent, so the cycle becomes self-reinforcing or what we call our regenerative culture. We don’t mind sharing our formula since, as people who we believe in the power of changing lives with good energy, we think the world would be a better place if more workplaces treated adults like adults and gave them the platform to do the best work of their lives—alongside some truly amazing colleagues. Why don’t more companies do this? It takes deep-in-your-bones conviction to your people, products, and purpose to pull it off. It also takes resisting the urge to try to control people, and instead trusting them to make the right decisions. The results of our vibrant culture speaks for themselves: We were certified as a Great Place to Work™ for the 8th year-running in 2024. And we currently rank #2 on Fortune Magazine’s Best Workplaces in our category, and in the top 12 for each of the last 5 years. We have a long list of ways we take care of our people, but here are some crowd-pleasers that our employees often say they love most: Year-round ½ day Fridays, in-office massages, free lunches & snacks, dogs in the office, month-long cultural and diversity celebrations, monthly over-the-top in-office events like bring your kids to work day, 6% 401k match after 1 year, as-needed sick leave, generous paid family leave regardless of gender, all positions bonus-eligible, company-wide volunteer days, company-matched charitable donations, no employee handbook, no dress code, coaching conversations instead of performance reviews, walking meetings, free exercise classes, and company-paid gym membership for Emeryville-based employees. PNC seeks individuals who will flourish in this type of work environment and will add to our culture and help build this high-growth company for the next phase in our amazing journey. Does this sound like you? Then read on…#LI-hybrid Responsibilities The Role… Responsible for leading development of new products and/or revitalizing core products, mainly Ready-to-Drink (RTD) formats but will also work on Ready-to-Mix (RTM) formats. Responsible for applying scientific method and logic to the following: experimental design, formulation, lab/pilot plant work, and manufacturing process. Responsible for clearly translating data and knowledge into workstreams to drive product development and commercialization process. Lead flavor projects for new flavor launches and flavor optimization work. This position requires ability to apply principles of food science to solve industry relevant issues and then explain data and scientific principles to business functions. This position requires the ability to lead and move forward multiple projects at the same time that are at different stages of the development cycle and that are different types of development projects. The position will be based out of our 60,000 sq. foot, modern Emeryville, California office. WE ARE A CULTURE OF PERSONAL CONNECTON, WHICH IS WHY WE’VE CHOSEN A PERMANENT HYBRID WORK ENVIRONMENT WITH NORMS THAT EQUATE TO 2-3 DAYS MID-WEEK IN THE OFFICE FOR EMPLOYEES BASED IN NORTHERN CALIFORNIA. The expected pay scale this role is $100k to $110k, which may vary based on relevant experience, qualifications, geographic area (if applicable), and internal equity for the role. You’re excited about this opportunity because your time will be filled with… Product Development: 80% of Time Provide and exercise technical expertise through the development of solutions for new and novel ingredients, product formulations, and undertaking technical and manufacturing challenges. Responsible for execution of all assigned projects and alignment with project scope, brief, processes, business standards and practices. Responsible for product compliance (food safety, ingredient usage, NLEA information, product claims) against internal and external standards (FDA, USDA, and third-party certification) through collaboration with regulatory, QA, marketing, and other parties. Work closely with suppliers to develop formulations within tight timelines. Ensure successful scale-up to commercial production through collaboration with operations, QA, marketing and external co-mans by aligning on process capabilities and finished product specifications. Lead and provide technical updates on a variety of R&D projects, ensuring alignment throughout the course of project lifecycles. Provides insight and expertise on future product development opportunities for new ingredients, products, and processes. Technical Services Support: 20% of Time Provide and/or obtain technical expertise to solve problems on ingredients, formulations, processing, sensory and/or consumer testing. Support for current product line- optimize supply chain for ingredients and manufacturing, provide and implement solutions for cost control/reduction and other continuous improvement initiatives. Responsible for assigned technical services projects and commercialization efforts. Identifies area for continuous improvement and assists in developing and implementing action plans. Job requires a willingness to lead, take charge, and offer opinions and direction when needed. Qualifications What are we looking for? Education / Experience: BS in Food Science, Food Chemistry, Food Engineering or similar disciplines AND 5+ years of experience in the Food industry (CPG) within Food Product Development (dairy protein-based or RTD products). MS in Food Science, Food Chemistry, Food Engineering or similar disciplines AND 0 - 2+ years of experience in the Food industry (CPG) within Food Product Development (dairy protein-based or RTD products). Skills: Ability to taste different formulations and describe differences in taste profile and dial in specific flavor profiles. Ability to conduct rapid prototyping development under tight timelines. Strong technical knowledge to solve complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement suitable solutions. Possess curiosity, creativity and alternative thinking to develop new innovative solutions. Being a confident and independent worker with great communication skills. Critical thinking ability to explain complex technical subject matters to non-technical personnel. Communicate technical details to team leaders to drive decision making. Demonstrated presentation skills to ensure understanding at various levels within R&D. Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment through excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills (both written and verbal). Ability to excel in dynamic fast paced business environment, demonstrated ability to self-motivate and manage multiple priorities. Possess curiosity, creativity and alternative thinking to develop new innovative solutions So, if after reading through this long list you’re thinking—I’m not sure I meet 100% of these requirements, should I still apply? YES—if you embody a growth mindset, see challenges as opportunities to develop, and find innovative ways to get the real work that matters done, you sound like our kind of candidate! Select 5 Key Capabilities & Traits Important to Add to and Diversify your Current Team: Emotional intelligence Drive and own results Embody a strategic mindset Bring people along Creativity, exploration, & innovativeness You will thrive here and may just do the best work of your life if… You want to be an integral part of shaping and nurturing an amazing work culture You like trying out novel minimum viable product people-related ideas You can be flexible in your approach to people challenges and abandon past practices if they don’t make sense or would lead to a poor outcome You are comfortable being natural, casual, open, and even a bit playful at work You don’t have a big ego and hate siloed thinking You like to get sh*t, I mean—stuff done You can be friendly, vulnerable, and self-deprecating in one moment, and deal with a challenging, delicate people-related matter as a professional in the next You can do periods of focused, deep work on projects that drive the needle This may not be your ideal next career move if… You like a lot of structure, rules, and uniformity You like hierarchy, command and control management You want to build lots of processes, systems, governance, or policies and make a beautiful bureaucracy Dealing with ambiguity or experimentation is not your jam You try to resolve challenging interpersonal situations over instant messaging or passive aggression You like managing from your house with your camera off and demonstrating excellence through email You tend to chase whatever shiny object presents itself during the day instead of real results If we haven’t convinced you to apply already, here are some of our favorite perks and benefits: Friday afternoons off year-round (and of course a hefty PTO package plus 11 holidays) 6% 401K match. Literally free money Hybrid work with an average of 2-3 days a week in the office for local folks All jobs are bonus-eligible Work-out time during work Free custom lunch twice a week. Plus, plenty of snacks and shakes. 2 weeks of work from anywhere time to move your Big Rocks Quarterly team building events/happy hours (city-wide scavenger hunt, bowling, ropes course, putt-putt) Bring your dog to work (3 days/week) Extended paid parental leave regardless of gender or familial make-up We strive to create an equitable and inclusive environment to contribute to the success of our organization. Premier Nutrition provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a covered veteran and any other category protected under applicable federal, state, provincial and local laws.