Naka Herbs & Vitamins is a leading Natural Health Products Distributor/Manufacturer. Naka is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Product Development Specialist to help grow our business.The Product Development Specialist formulates a variety of nutritional products, with emphasis on liquid products. The successful candidate would also be responsible for coordinating all development and commercialization activities. Products developed may contain various ingredients including protein, fat, carbohydrate, vitamins, minerals, stabilizers, antioxidants, flavor systems, fiber, prebiotic and probiotic ingredients. The job description also includes working with co-packers to establish manufacturing procedures, specifications and processing technologies as well as providing technical support. The preferred individual will have:- BS or MS in Food Science, Food Technology, Food Engineering or related degree required.- 4-15 years experience in product development of liquid nutritional products with a proven track record of developing complex and successful product introductions required.- Demonstrated experience with food chemistry, herbal technology, emulsion systems, flavor systems and protein interactions as it relates to manufacturing of stable liquid products for maximum shelf life.- Ability to manage all phases of new product development including confirming new product prototype design with a diverse group of highly energetic people, while establishing time lines for project completion.- Must have a proven track record in project management, commercial product launches and product development with co-packers.- Advanced computer literacy is essential.- Prior participation on project teams with previous record of successful project management and technical report writing is required.- Professional and strong interpersonal, oral and written communication skills are required.Competitive compensation and benefits will be offered to the suitable candidate. Our head office is located in North Etobicoke (Hwy 27 & Rexdale Blvd.). Please forward résumés in confidence to raffi@nakaherbs.com or via fax to: 416-748-1555.