Associate Manager, Product Innovation Strategy (CPG)

Santa Monica, CaliforniaOverviewWho We AreO Positiv Health is a Los Angeles-based women’s health company on a mission to support women through every stage of life—from their first period to well beyond their last. Since launching in 2018, O Positiv has reshaped the women’s health space, tackling long-overlooked issues with innovative, science-backed products and boldly breaking taboos along the way. Our growing portfolio spans PMS & hormone balance, vaginal & urinary health, digestion, menopause, and conception support—offering vitamins, supplements, and personal care products that women trust. Today, O Positiv products are sold nationwide at Target, Walmart, CVS, Amazon, TikTok Shop, and . We’re proud to hold the #1 Vaginal Probiotic nationwide and multiple top-performing products across major wellness categories. We are scaling fast and shaping the future of women’s health. Our team combines an entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation and a commitment to impact. Join us, and you’ll have the opportunity to grow alongside a company that’s making a real difference.Your RoleAs the Associate Manager, Product Innovation Strategy you will play a critical role in supporting the development and execution of our innovation pipeline at a high-growth women’s health company. Reporting to the Senior Manager of Product, you will help shape our product portfolio through deep consumer and market analysis, competitive benchmarking, and cross-functional collaboration. You’ll be responsible for identifying and evaluating innovation opportunities, supporting business case development, tracking product performance and driving execution alongside partners across R&D, Brand, Creative, Commercial, and Retail. This is a highly analytical and strategic role, ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has experience synthesizing data into actionable insights. This role is perfect for someone with a passion for consumer products and a desire to help women live healthier, more confident lives.Responsibilities and DutiesHelp Drive Portfolio Strategy Through Analysis and Insights: Evaluate new product opportunities and unmet needs by analyzing consumer trends/surveys, syndicated data (e.g., Nielsen, IRI, Numerator), competitive landscapes, retailer dynamics, and category white space to inform the product roadmap and prioritize innovation opportunities.Support Innovation Pipeline Development: Help develop commercially viable product concepts by supporting business case development, including pricing, margin modeling, SKU rationalization, and assessing retailer and channel fit.Lead Analytical Workstreams: Independently own modeling and in-depth analysis to evaluate product performance, innovation opportunities, and business impact, synthesizing findings into clear and actionable recommendations for the team.Build Strategic Storytelling and Presentations: Support building compelling, insight-driven presentations and tools to communicate strategy, recommendations, differentiation and product rationale to relevant stakeholders.Collaborate Cross-Functionally to Drive Execution: Partner with Product Development, Marketing, Creative, and Commercial teams to bring new products to market, ensuring alignment across go-to-market assets and timelines.Monitor and Optimize Product Portfolio: Track and evaluate key product KPIs (e.g., velocity, repeat, consumer sentiment) and provide data-driven insights to support product improvements, discontinuation, or expansion decisions.Contribute to Project Management and Timely Execution: Support the Senior Manager in ensuring all workstreams and projects stay on track by managing timelines, coordinating cross-functional inputs, and contributing to milestone deliverables across the product lifecycle.Qualifications and SkillsExperienceBachelor’s DegreeStrong analytical experience with Excel or in a quantitative field2-3 years of experience in a strategy role or management consultingData-driven decision maker with experience transforming large datasets into actionable insightsInterpersonalDeeply empathetic and seeks to understand our consumer’s needs and behaviorsStrong project management and prioritization skillsAdaptable to new technology and innovationsEffective communicator, thoughtful and self-reflective, willingness to learnTeam-player, hard-working, organized, and goal-orientedHighly resourceful and efficient working in a scrappy environmentExcitement for startups and building from the ground upHours and CompensationThe anticipated base compensation range for this role will be $105,000 - $130,000 annually. Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate’s experience and local market rates.Job Type: Full-timePay based on prior experiencePosition will be based out of Santa Monica, Los Angeles - in person (Mon-Thurs in office/Friday remote)Flexible PTO, Sick Days, and Wellness DaysMonthly Social HoursMedical, Vision, and Dental Coverage401K with matching$50/month Fitness Reimbursement + Up to $1,800 in annual wellness benefitsAn environment of collaboration, high performance, & respect amongst all employeesEqual OpportunityO Positiv is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.O Positiv believes in the power of building a diverse and culturally inclusive team. We seek candidates from all backgrounds to join our teams. We are driven to build a workplace based on inclusive behaviors and equitable systems, where all employees can bring their authentic selves, feel engaged, and share their perspectives as a valued member of O Positiv. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-10-06