Job Description
Job Description
Innovation and Product Lifecycle Manager
Candidate must reside within 60 miles of Plymouth, WI
OUR STORY
Carbliss is a brand of SNFood & Beverage which is a family-owned and operated Ready to Drink Cocktail who stands for quality, excellence & innovation. We hire exceptional people who will lead & make learning part of their own career journey. From distribution to marketing, from sales to service, inspiration and motivation is at the core of what we do! An entrepreneurial spirit and ability to change directions quickly is a must.
OUR BENEFITS
At Carbliss, we believe in rewarding our team with more than just a paycheck. When you join us, you'll enjoy a comprehensive and people-first benefits package designed to support your well-being, career, and lifestyle:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (Immediate 4% Employer Match)
- Health Savings Account (HSA)
- Critical Illness, Accident coverage, and Hospital Indemnity (extra financial protection for eligible hospital stays).
- Life Insurance (100% Company-Paid)
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance (100% Company-Paid)
- 6 Weeks Paid Maternity & Paternity Leave
- Competitive Salary + Bonus
- Paid Time Off (PTO) + 9 Paid Holidays (Veterans receive Veterans Day off as a bonus)
- Birthday Off to Celebrate You!
- All-Inclusive Annual Trip for Two
- Company-branded apparel allowance
- Employee Discount and Perks Program
WHAT YOU GET TO DO
- Under the direction of Operations Leadership, with a strong partnership and dotted-line relationship to Sales, lead the development, launch, optimization, and management of Carbliss products throughout their lifecycle.
- Serve as the central point of coordination between Operations, Sales, Marketing, Supply Chain, Procurement, Regulatory, Co-Manufacturers, and Suppliers.
- Lead product initiatives from concept through commercialization and lifecycle management.
- Manage new product development projects, line extensions, reformulations, packaging updates, and product optimization efforts.
- Partner with Sales and Marketing to evaluate market opportunities, consumer trends, competitive activity, retailer requests, and portfolio gaps.
- Manage stage-gate processes and project timelines for innovation and commercialization initiatives.
- Coordinate formulation trials, ingredient sourcing, initial sensory evaluations, shelf-life testing, and specification management.
- Lead packaging development efforts including artwork coordination, component approvals, and supplier/production readiness.
- Manage regulatory compliance requirements with TTB and product registration across all applicable markets in coordination with Business Development.
- Collaborate with Supply Chain team to ensure ingredient availability, supplier readiness, inventory alignment, and production planning.
- Serve as the primary liaison with suppliers and co-manufacturers for product launch activities.
- Monitor product performance after launch and identify opportunities for optimization, cost savings, packaging improvements, or reformulations.
- Support portfolio management activities including SKU rationalization, product transitions, and product discontinuations.
- Develop and maintain commercialization scorecards, launch readiness tools, and lifecycle management dashboards.
- Identify risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies to ensure successful product execution.
WHAT WE EXPECT FROM YOU
- Minimum of 5 years of Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG) experience with direct responsibility for bringing products from concept through commercialization.
- Experience managing multiple product development or commercialization projects simultaneously.
- Food, beverage, beverage alcohol, or adjacent consumer goods experience preferred. Understanding of product development, packaging development, supply chain management, and commercialization processes.
- Familiarity with co-manufacturing environments and supplier management. Experience working with regulatory requirements, product registrations, specifications, and compliance documentation.
- Strong project management capabilities with demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize multiple assignments, and manage time effectively. Well versed in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
- Experience with ERP systems and project management software preferred.
- Valid driver's license, insurance, and satisfactory driving record required.
- Reliable transportation and ability to travel up to 25% of the time.
- Willingness to grow and take on new responsibilities as needed.
WHAT WE VALUE
- Team members who are Hungry, Humble, and Smart
- You take initiative, value teamwork over ego, and work with emotional intelligence
- An Entrepreneurial Mindset
- You thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment and embrace change with agility
- Team-First Mentality
- You support your teammates, celebrate wins together, and step in when needed
- Accountability & Integrity
- You own your work, follow through on commitments, and do the right thing even when no one's watching
- Results-Driven Approach
- You're goal-oriented, focused, and motivated by performance and progress
- Problem Solvers Welcome
- You bring solutions, not just problems, and you look for ways to improve
- Strong Communicators
- You actively listen and speak with clarity and respect to build trust with customers, teammates, and partners
Applicants currently employed by Carbliss wholesalers or distributors must obtain written approval from their employer to be considered for this position.
This full-time, 40-hour per week role is Monday through Friday and offers a flexible hybrid schedule, with two days working from home and three days working in the office each week.
SNFood & Beverage is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. SNFood & Beverage complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex (including gender, pregnancy, childbirth, and other pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, citizenship, genetic information, veteran status, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)
Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA)
SNFood & Beverage, LLC. participates in the E-Verify Program
E-Verify Notice (English/Spanish)
Know Your Right to Work (English/Spanish)
Final candidates will be required to complete a criminal background check, consistent with applicable law. We consider all qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, including fair chance and ban-the-box requirements. Where required, we conduct individualized assessments of criminal convictions and provide appropriate notices before taking any adverse employment action.
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