Sr. Product Specialist, Remedies & Personal Care at Saje Natural Wellness | Retail

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

01 Sep, 26

Salary

74000.0

Posted On

03 Jun, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, New Product Development, Commercialization, Cross-functional Collaboration, Risk Management, Timeline Development, Budget Management, Documentation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Stakeholder Management, Process Improvement, Product Lifecycle Management, Operational Execution, Problem Solving

Industry

Health;Wellness & Fitness

Description

Overview: At Saje Natural Wellness, we're nature's original farmacy, blending the superpower of plants so you can remedy real life, naturally. And like nature, we're continually growing! As we continue to build our team, we're seeking talented people to join us: in our stores, support offices, and distribution centres. We are a purpose-driven, people-first organization where collaboration, innovation, and entrepreneurial mindsets thrive. We look for individuals who have drive and warmth, agility and passion, and keep customer experience at the centre of everything they do. At Saje, you’ll connect with a dynamic community and make a positive impact. Join our team and grow your career, alongside the most talented, hardworking, and kind-hearted people out there. The impact you'll make: The Senior Product Specialist, Remedies & Personal Care is a highly cross-functional role responsible for facilitating and executing new product development (NPD) initiatives with a focus on the commercialization phase. The role reports directly into the Project Manager, R&D, and Innovation. Together, the team is responsible for end-to-end product development execution throughout the entire product life cycle. This role partners closely with R&D, Regulatory, Innovation, Operations, and Packaging teams. Once projects enter the commercialization phase, the Product Specialist is responsible for driving execution across all workstreams - ensuring alignment, tracking progress, resolving risks and maintaining clear communication across teams - until projects have successfully launched in market. In addition to project execution, this role supports operational excellence across the product development lifecycle, including documentation, cost management, system accuracy, and process coordination to ensure efficient and scalable product delivery. All team members are responsible for contributing to a positive, collaborative culture aligned with company values. What you'll do: New Product Development (NPD) & Project Ownership Own the end-to-end execution of NPD projects throughout the commercialization phase within the Remedies & Personal Care category Create clearly scoped project plans with defined timelines, milestones, deliverables and success criteria Build, manage and maintain detailed project timelines, ensuring on-time and on-budget execution Track progress against key milestones, proactively identifying risks, dependencies, and mitigation strategies Drive accountability across cross-functional teams to ensure deadlines and deliverables are met Maintain clear and up-to-date project documentation, including decisions, changes and key outputs Cross-Functional Stewardship & Execution Act as the central point of coordination for all tactical questions related to product development in the Remedies & Personal Care categories Align stakeholders on project scope, timelines, technical requirements and deliverables Facilitate regular cross-functional meetings, status updates and decision-making forums Ensure clear communication and visibility across all teams throughout the product lifecycle Identify and resolve cross-functional challenges to remove barriers and maintain project momentum Coordinate with Operations to align on manufacturing feasibility, production planning and launch readiness Operational Execution & Process Management Own and maintain accuracy of all product-related systems and documentation (e.g., cost sheets, specifications, product files) Track and manage all components of the NPD process, including formulations, packaging development, artwork and product materials Ensure all project inputs and outputs are documented, organized and accessible for cross-functional teams Support development and continuous improvement of NPD processes, tools and workflows to enhance efficiency and scalability Maintain visibility on project budgets, ensuring cost inputs are accurate and aligned with financial targets Coordinate internal approvals and ensure all requirements are met prior to launch We'd love to hear from you if you have: 2–3 years of experience in product development, project management, or a related role, preferably within Wellness, Beauty, or CPG Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects from concept through launch Strong project management skills, including timeline development, milestone tracking and risk management Experience working in highly cross-functional environments with diverse stakeholders Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and documentation rigor Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to drive alignment and facilitate cross-functional collaboration Proactive problem solver with the ability to identify risks and remove barriers to execution Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) Why Saje? Here at Saje, we understand that joining a team is an important decision to make, so we want to be sure you're supported to do your best work. The compensation range for this position is from $68,000-74,000 annually. Base pay is dependent on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. In addition to your base, we offer: Annual bonus program A hybrid way of working Flexible work hours based on business needs Wellness days to ensure you're taking care of your mental and physical health Health benefits - comprehensive health, vision and dental packages Paid sick days Generous product discount Full onboarding plan and onboarding buddy to help you settle in Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 support, resources, and information available to you and your family GRSP programs Paid time off to ensure you're resting & recharging Product training to help you learn about the benefits and efficacy of our 100% natural products to support your own wellness journey Note: The incentive programs, benefits, and perks have certain eligibility requirements. The company reserves the right to alter these incentive programs, benefits, and perks in whole or in part at any time without advance notice. Join our team! If this opportunity sounds like you, please apply in the link below. Not sure you're 100% the right fit? We encourage you to apply even if you don't have all of the listed qualifications. We offer a thorough onboarding experience to set you up for success, learning and development support, and help you to integrate seamlessly. All applications are viewed by a member of our team, and therefore we do not use AI as part of our screening & selection process. We do use AI to transcribe our preliminary screening calls with our recruitment team. This job posting is for an existing vacancy on our team that we are presently hiring for. Saje provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants, and we believe the best teams are made up of diverse perspectives and people. We offer reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process and will work with you to ensure you are supported while working at Saje. Apply for this position

Responsibilities

Lead the commercialization phase of new product development for the Remedies & Personal Care category. Coordinate cross-functional teams to ensure projects are launched on time, on budget, and aligned with operational requirements.