Product Manager

Product Manager IFC Solutions Linden, NJ Job Details Full-time $110,000 - $120,000 a year 5 hours ago Benefits Health savings account Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Life insurance Qualifications Written communication Teamwork Clear verbal communication English Microsoft Office Food Science Bachelor's degree Attention to detail Chemistry Productivity software Cross-functional collaboration Project leadership Cross-functional team management Cross-functional communication Full Job Description

WHO WE ARE

IFC Solutions is a key ingredient provider to the food, beverage, cosmetic and personal care industries. We have a wide portfolio of product offerings including food colors, release agents/processing aides, and emulsifiers. We are a family-owned business with consistent growth over the past decade. As a family-owned company, IFC strives to have a fun and team-oriented culture. We offer several corporate events throughout the year, provide catered lunches on occasion, and regularly offer fun inter-departmental activities.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We are looking for a technically minded, business-oriented Product Manager to join our R D team in an important commercial capacity. The ideal candidate has worked in a technical role within food, beverage, cosmetic, or personal care ingredients and understands what makes a product technically sound, commercially viable, and operationally supportable. This person can combine technical, operational, and commercial data to inform and guide product decisions, portfolio improvements, pricing strategy, and product prioritization. This is a highly cross-functional and self-driven role that requires ownership, sound judgment and attention to detail. The right candidate is motivated by building structure, improving systems, and making a meaningful impact across IFC's product portfolio and the business functions that support it.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor's degree in Food Science, Chemistry, or a related field preferred. 5+ years of experience working with natural and organic ingredients. Experience with colors, emulsifiers, or release agent formulation or application is a plus. Experience in a product specialist/manager role or similar Must have strong written and verbal communication skills, and be comfortable presenting to groups. Experience leading cross-functional initiatives, projects, or processes. Must have a strong business and project management mindset. A high degree of competency with Microsoft Office Suite programs. Willingness to travel as needed for tradeshows or customer visits (