Head of Product Development – Innovation
Javvy Coffee
full-time
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Location Type: Remote
Location: United States
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About the role
- Own product formulation and innovation end-to-end
- Lead the next generation of functional coffee innovation at Javvy
- Formulate and optimize protein coffee, creamers, matcha, and functional beverages
- Master protein systems (whey, MPI, plant), prebiotics, MCTs, sweeteners, and emulsifiers
- Elevate flavor systems — dessert-inspired, indulgent, competitive with café beverages
- Continuously refine texture, mouthfeel, mixability, and stability
- Translate consumer feedback into rapid product iteration
- Improve COGS without compromising product experience
- Lead co-manufacturers and flavor houses with authority
- Build a scalable innovation pipeline for retail expansion
Requirements
- Background in Food Science, Food Chemistry, or Sports Nutrition
- Deep understanding of protein markets and functional ingredients
- Strong experience working with flavor houses and building custom systems
- Equally comfortable discussing PDCAAS and dessert flavor notes
- Obsessed with taste, texture, and repeat purchase behavior
- Consumer-obsessed — you study reviews like game tape
- Move fast. Test fast. Iterate fast.
- High standards. Zero tolerance for 'good enough'
- Bring expertise + obsession — not one or the other
Benefits
- 100% Company-Paid Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance for employees (Family coverage available at employee cost)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Parental Leave
- Free Access to Javvy Products
- Career Growth Opportunities
- Collaborative, Fast-Paced Start-Up Environment
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
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Hard Skills & Tools
product formulationinnovationprotein systemsprebioticsMCTssweetenersemulsifierstexture optimizationconsumer feedback analysiscost of goods sold (COGS) improvement
Soft Skills
leadershipconsumer obsessionhigh standardsrapid iterationattention to detailcollaborationproblem-solvingcreativitycommunicationadaptability
Certifications
Food Science degreeFood Chemistry degreeSports Nutrition degree