About Javvy Coffee Company

Javvy is a fast-growing company committed to delivering exceptional coffee experiences to our customers. We’re on a mission to upgrade coffee routines with ultra-convenient, flavorful, better-for-you products. We first launched with our viral coffee concentrates and have been focused on innovating popular coffee products, making them healthier, without sacrificing flavor. 

We’re super passionate about the work we do and we’re looking for a self-starter who values excellence, creativity, and a genuine passion for delivering the best in every cup.

The Opportunity:

The Product Development Manager is a pivotal role at Javvy Coffee, responsible for ensuring that every sip of our coffee products delivers exceptional taste, texture, aroma, and functional benefits. This role is split approximately 50/50 between leading Research & Development (R&D) and overseeing the Stage Gate process.

On the R&D side, you’ll drive innovation, identify improvements, and ensure product concepts evolve to meet consumer needs. On the Stage Gate side, you’ll lead a structured, detail-oriented process that takes products from idea to launch, ensuring disciplined project management and strong cross-functional alignment at every step.

Your ultimate goal is to craft products that delight customers while maintaining Javvy’s commitment to health, quality, and innovation.

What You’ll Own:

R&D Innovation & Product Development (50%)

• Taste & Sensory Excellence: Lead the formulation and improvement of products to achieve superior taste, texture, and aroma. Conduct sensory evaluations and tastings to ensure consistency and quality.
• Functional Benefits Optimization: Enhance formulations to maximize health and functional benefits (e.g., high-protein, low-sugar, added nutrients). Stay on top of ingredient technologies and trends to introduce meaningful benefits.
• Customer-Centric Innovation: Gather and analyze customer feedback, monitor market trends, and evaluate competitor products to inspire new product ideas.
• Compliance & Labeling: Partner with regulatory teams to develop accurate product labels, claims, and nutritional information that are truthful, compelling, and compliant.

Stage Gate & Process Leadership (50%)

• Stage Gate Ownership: Lead and maintain the Stage Gate process from concept through commercialization, ensuring projects move efficiently and meet all key milestones.
• Cross-Functional Alignment: Drive collaboration across Marketing, Operations, Finance, and Sales to ensure all functions are aligned on project scope, timelines, and deliverables.
• Project Management Discipline: Build detailed project plans, monitor progress, and proactively manage risks to ensure timely and successful launches.
• Continuous Improvement: Evaluate and refine Stage Gate methodologies to strengthen efficiency, accountability, and outcomes across the product development lifecycle.

You’re a Fit If…

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Nutrition, Chemistry, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5+ years of experience in product development, preferably in the food and beverage industry.
• Proven track record of developing successful food or beverage products.
• Strong knowledge of ingredient functionality, flavor development, and sensory evaluation.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance and labeling standards in the food industry.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Passion for coffee and creating exceptional customer experiences.
• Customer-centric mindset with a passion for delighting consumers.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret feedback and market data.
• Creativity and innovation to drive product differentiation.
• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.

Why This Role Rocks:

• Competitive Salary 
• 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