Product Developer / Senior Product Developer - Nutraceutical Product Development

Job Details: Product Developer / Senior Product Developer – Nutraceutical Product Development
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Job Title of Vacancy
Product Developer / Senior Product Developer – Nutraceutical Product Development

Vacancy No
VN2411

Category
Science, Research and Laboratories

Contract Type
Permanent

Contract Duration
Full Time / Part Time
Full Time

Location
Vejle, Denmark

Job Advert
Are you driven by innovation and passionate about developing products that make a difference?

Do you have experience with - or a strong interest in - powder formulation, chemistry, and tablet technology? Join us as a (senior) Product Developer in our Nutra category, part of the fast-growing nutraceutical segment at Fertin, where your expertise will help shape the future of health and wellness.

Fertin Pharma – Shaping the Future of Consumer Health and Wellbeing
Rooted in both pharmaceuticals and confectionery, we have built a unique foundation of expertise - one that bridges efficacy, technology, and experience. Today, our company is on an ambitious growth journey, scaling its capabilities and strengthening its global presence to meet evolving consumer needs and deliver on our purpose: to improve people’s lives through innovation, science and consumer insights.

As part of our strategic growth, we are broadening our focus into health and wellness segments creating exciting opportunities for forward-thinking professionals. We are proud of our innovative oral and intra-oral delivery technologies which provide extensive health space, in areas such as oral care, vitamins, immunity, energy and gastrointestinal remedies.

About the job:
As a (senior) product developer, you will play a significant role in implementing new Nutra products and processes from ideas via product development to commercial production. Your innovative approach, technical expertise and collaborative skills will be critical to our success in the market.

Key Accountabilities:
• Develop appealing and effective product formulations within our different product platforms (chewing gums, chewable tablets and lozenges) in our Nutra category (covering VMS & Oral Care products)
• Collaborate with both customers and cross-functional teams to ensure integration of formulations into final products across various product platforms, aligning with regulatory requirements and target market specifications
• Conduct experiments in laboratory and full scale to optimize formulation and process performance.
• Work closely with suppliers to source appropriate ingredients and excipients for each product platform

Experience & competencies:
• Minimum of a master’s degree in food sciences, pharmaceutical, biotechnology or a related field.
• Experience in product development and process implementation from food or nutraceutical/pharmaceutical industry.
• Understanding of powder and tableting technology and the ability to apply this knowledge in different product platforms will be an advantage.
• Team oriented personality with a high interest and skills in collaboration with cross-functional teams, stakeholders and external partners.
• Creative mindset with the ability to think outside the box and create unique products with regards to taste and mouthfeel.
• Initiative and self-starting personality with strong problem-solving capabilities.
• Structured and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple development projects and deadlines effectively.
• Effective communication skills in English and Danish, both written and verbal.

What we offer:
Fertin Pharma offers an inspiring environment to shape both personal and organizational success — and to be part of a company where innovation makes a positive impact on consumers. In this role you will:
• Develop impactful products that promote healthier living across the globe.
• Collaborate with leading pharmaceutical and nutraceutical companies, helping them grow and innovate in a fast-evolving industry.
• Join a customer-focused team in a company driven by ambition, professionalism, and a shared commitment to excellence.
• Thrive in a dynamic matrix organization, where daily collaboration with cross-functional experts fuels efficient project delivery, sparks creative solutions, and supports your continuous personal and professional development.

Apply and contact:
Please upload a CV and include a cover letter explaining why you would be a great fit for this role. We interview candidates continuously. Therefore, the deadline for sending your application is 15th of august. We look forward to receiving your application. For questions, please contact Malene Kjær Müller, Vice President, Innovation and Product Development at email: Se e-mailadresse på jobbank.dk or Se telefonnummer på jobbank.dk. Please note that due to GDPR, we are unable to accept application via email. Instead, please use the following link to submit your application and CV.

Applications Close Date
16 Aug 2026