Manager, Contract Manufacturing - iHealth | Shelton/Enfield, CT

Manager, Contract Manufacturing

Shelton/Enfield, CT

 

Play a pivotal role in bringing innovation to life by leading i-Health’s Contract Manufacturing and Tolling network. Drive high-impact projects, ensure top-tier product quality and safety, and serve as the technical force behind new product launches. Be at the forefront of delivering health solutions that make a difference.

At i-Health (a dsm-firmenich company), consumers and brands are at the heart of all we do. We are on a mission to unlock self-care for overlooked and unspoken health needs. As leaders in our respective categories of Microbiome (Culturelle® Probiotics, Lacteol® Postbiotics) and Women’s Health (AZO® intimate health and Estroven® menopause solutions), we strive to be the thought leaders and change makers, carrying the responsibility to shape the future of our categories and bring inspired, approachable science-backed solutions to our core audience of women and families. Discover more at https://dsmihealth.com/

 

Your key responsibilities

• Identify and select Contract Manufacturers/Tollers to ensure capacity, flexibility, and alignment with business needs.
• Partner with the innovation team to provide technical input on new product development and execution.
• Oversee implementation of new products and processes at Contract Manufacturer/Toller sites.
• Manage the startup and phase-out of products or partners within the external manufacturing network.
• Serve as the technical liaison between Contract Manufacturing, QA, RA, Supply Chain, R&D, and Brand.
• Support contract management, process improvement, and quality audit follow-up in collaboration with Global Procurement and Quality teams.

 

We offer

• Unique career paths across health, nutrition and beauty - explore what drives you and get the support to make it happen
• A chance to impact millions of consumers every day – sustainability embedded in all we do
• A science led company, cutting edge research and creativity everywhere – from biotech breakthroughs to sustainability game-changers, you’ll work on what’s next
• Growth that keeps up with you – you join an industry leader that will develop your expertise and leadership
• A culture that lifts you up – with collaborative teams, shared wins, and people who cheer each other on.
• A community where your voice matters – it is essential to serve our customers well.

 

You bring

• A Bachelor or Master’s degree in engineering, Manufacturing or related subject
• Requires knowledge of VMS contract manufacturing/tolling landscape in the region
• Requires influencing, negotiation/commercial and ability to work (if needed lead) in a multi-disciplinary team.
• Minimum 5-8 years’ experience in manufacturing/supply chain/tolling/quality or purchasing in the dietary supplement, or related industries
• Working knowledge of dietary supplement (or related) quality and regulatory regulations
• Ability to travel up to 25%

 

The salary or hourly wage scale provided reflects the pay range dsm-firmenich expects to pay the successful candidate for the position. Individual pay offered will be based on the applicant’s job-related skills, experience, relevant education, or training, and primary work location. Salary $128,700-155,000.

In addition to base salary, we also offer a comprehensive total rewards package, inclusive of annual incentive pay, a retirement savings plan, health care coverage, paid time off, recognition programs and a broad range of other benefits. All benefits and incentives are subject to eligibility requirements.

 

About dsm-firmenich

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