The Farmer's Dog is looking to solve the problem of improving pet health through innovative and personalized pet food solutions. They aim to reimagine pet care by developing new products and nutritional innovations within the pet food industry.
Requirements
- You are a Board Certified Animal Nutritionist (ACVIN) with a current DVM License.
- You have 8+ years of successful hands-on experience in product development - from concept to commercialization including formulation development.
- You bring a deep knowledge of methodologies and pre-commercialization product testing requirements.
- Your prior manufacturing experience including process development and ability to scale up foods.
- You have a strong regulatory (i.e. AAFCO, FDA, etc.) as well as food safety knowledge.
Responsibilities
- Formulate and develop canine diets that meet AAFCO requirements, while aligning with our fresh food philosophy.
- Collaborate with internal and external teams to gain insights into market trends and customer preferences.
- Partner with R&D to identify opportunities for new products and nutritional innovations.
- Manage product reviews, technical investigations, and enhancements in formulation and processes, while exploring new ingredient and processing technologies.
- Develop & lead product enhancement and maintenance initiatives
- Partner with FSQ, Legal, and Regulatory to ensure compliance with labeling requirements, adhering to AAFCO, USDA, FDA, and FSMA standards.
- Serve as the primary nutritionist for a designated product line, developing a deep understanding of its strategy, performance, and opportunities.
Other
- We are an in-office culture, made of in-office people who thrive on the collaboration and magnetism of working in a shared space.
- You have excellent communication skills, with the ability to simplify complex topics for diverse audiences.
- You have a passion for improving pet health through science and innovation.
- You are able to thrive in a fast-paced and ambiguous environment, naturally curious and proactive self-starter, constantly on the lookout for new opportunities and solutions.
- You're an owner, have excellent problem-solving skills and can prioritize tasks effectively, with a strong attention to detail.
