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Product Formulator
Contract type
Ongoing
Work mode
Remote
Experience
Mid-level · 3+ years
Job description
The Product Formulator develops preliminary dietary supplement formulas, prepares Bills of Materials and quote packages for customer projects, and reviews Finished Product Specifications for consistency with quotes. The role supports the nutraceutical product development and quoting process in collaboration with Product Development, Sourcing, Procurement, and Sales.
At a glance
- Employment
- Full-time · Employee (employment agreement)
- Work mode
- Remote
- Languages
- English
What you'll do
- Interpret customer briefs, target formulas, and label claims to develop technically accurate ingredient lists and preliminary formulas
- Determine appropriate ingredient forms, potency levels, biological activity values, and extract standardization requirements
- Calculate ingredient overages to account for manufacturing losses, moisture, and shelf-life stability
- Identify incompatible ingredients, potential formulation risks, and gaps in claim substantiation
- Build detailed preliminary Bills of Materials (BOMs) for powders, capsules, and other finished product formats, including raw material specifications, part numbers, quantities, yields, unit costs, and estimated packaging components
- Prepare preliminary Supplement Facts Panels (SFP) and Nutrition Facts Panels (NFP), ensuring accurate ingredient declarations, serving sizes, percentage Daily Values, and required non-ingredient statements
- Enter and maintain accurate quote information in ERP and project management systems, including Deacom and Odoo
- Ensure data accuracy for costs, suppliers, minimum order quantities (MOQs), and raw material sourcing notes
- Collaborate with Sourcing and Procurement teams on ingredient requests for quotations (RFQs), providing project details, estimated volumes, and sample requirements
- Compare finalized Finished Product Specifications against the original quote to verify formula integrity, ingredient levels, overage calculations, BOM accuracy, and label compliance
- Document discrepancies between original quotes and finalized specifications, escalating unresolved issues to the Product Development Manager before approval
- Work closely with Product Development, Sales, Sourcing, and Procurement teams to communicate technical assumptions, ingredient availability, cost drivers, and project requirements
- Update legacy quote sheets, identify data gaps, maintain accurate formulation records, and support continuous improvements throughout the quote-to-order process
What we're looking for
- Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or a related scientific field
- 3–6 years of experience in nutraceuticals, dietary supplements, food and beverage product development, or technical sales support
- Strong knowledge of supplement ingredient science, including potency and activity declarations, overage calculations, extract standardization, and bioavailability considerations
- Hands-on experience preparing detailed Bills of Materials (BOMs), including raw material specifications, quantities, yields, and cost calculations
- Experience with ERP systems and project management tools
- Strong analytical skills and excellent numerical accuracy in formulation and cost calculations
- Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to identify inconsistencies in formulas, ingredient declarations, and product specifications
- Good understanding of supplement labeling requirements and Supplement/Nutrition Facts panel preparation
- Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent written English communication skills and the ability to explain technical information clearly
- Proactive problem-solving skills and the ability to identify potential formulation, sourcing, and costing risks
- Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams in a remote, international environment
- Ability to work independently while maintaining close communication with the Product Development team
Nice to have
- Knowledge of Deacom and Odoo
- Experience working with or alongside a Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO)
Your team
Product Development
Benefits
- Competitive salary in USD
- 10+ business days of paid time off
- Equipment provided by the company
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About Zelh
A fast-growing, passionate outsourcing company
Zelh is a fast-growing, passionate outsourcing company. We achieve our mission by fostering long-term relationships with customers, employees, and vendors. Personal attention, timely communication, and respect for all people are the foundation of our business philosophy!
Mission
To be the most reliable company by offering and maintaining consistently high-quality services.
Key facts
- Outsourcing
What they value
- Personal attention
- Timely communication
- Respect for all people