What we do, we do with love – that’s why Vilgain is a brand loved by us and hundreds of thousands of people! We want to make the highest quality food, cosmetics, and clothing accessible to everyone.
We are now seeking a new colleague to join our NPD (New Product Development) team. This role is pivotal in shaping Vilgain’s product offerings by identifying market trends, sourcing exceptional products, and developing exclusive own‑brand collections.
Do you dare to jump on such a challenge? Keep reading what we have to offer!
What will be your main responsibilities:
- Research market trends, consumer preferences, and competitor offerings to identify opportunities for new product development and assortment expansion in supplements category.
- Develop and execute product development strategies aligned with Vilgain's brand identity and target market
- Source and evaluate suppliers and manufacturers to ensure high‑quality and cost‑effective production of own brand products
- Negotiate pricing, terms, and contracts with suppliers to achieve competitive product margins and optimal inventory levels
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including marketing, design, and supply chain to develop product specifications, packaging, and pricing strategies
- Manage the end‑to‑end product lifecycle from concept development, sampling, and production to launch and post‑launch evaluation
You have a great chance to succeed if you have:
- Proven experience in product development, sourcing, or buying roles within the food or other consumer goods industry
- Innovative thinking with a passion for food and brand development
- Understanding of supply chain management
- Excellent negotiation skills to secure the best deals
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast‑paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously
What else you can expect:
- Dive into a dynamic, fast‑paced workspace where your ideas come to life instantly.
- Say goodbye to boredom with a role that's as thrilling as our almost 200 % year‑over‑year growth.
- Collaborate with inspiring colleagues who are eager to learn from you as much as you learn from them.
- Enjoy monthly credits to splurge on our e‑shop!
- 5 weeks of PTO and flexible working hours so you can combine your work with anything else you enjoy.
You can follow how we are doing and what we experience together on our LinkedIn profile Vilgain or Instagram @lifeatvilgain.
Do you feel that this role could be the right fit? Let us know about yourself and our HR team will get back to you! We look forward to hearing from you!