Innovation & Ingredient Specialist

Innovation & Ingredient Specialist Apply for this role! Please submit resumes in English only. Thank you! The Innovation & Ingredient Specialist is an integral role within the MaryRuth’s Science & Innovation team, supporting product ideation and development through extensive ingredient research, evaluating and partnering with ingredient suppliers and co-manufacturers, and collaborating with other internal Operations teams to expand and refine the new product pipeline. Reporting to the Director of Science & Innovation, this is a full-time, salaried, remote position with a compensation range of MXN $36,833 to $38,500 per month. Responsibilities Conduct ingredient research reviews including mechanisms of action, clinical evidence quality, dosing, and regulatory status (NDI, GRAS, structure/function claims). Evaluate supplier-provided dossiers, white papers, and study summaries for methodology and claims supportability. Support the development of internal ingredient research reports for hero ingredients and new product pipeline concepts. Own ongoing supplier communication: sample requests, technical documentation, pricing, MOQ, and relationship maintenance. Support competitive landscape research by monitoring new product launches, category trends, and emerging ingredients across key retail channels. Support innovation summits with ingredient suppliers and contract manufacturers including prep, documentation, and follow-through. Contribute ingredient research and intelligence to support strategic product briefs. Synthesize diverse information sources- supplier documentation, clinical literature, and competitive landscape- into clear internal outputs. Track emerging ingredient categories, format trends, and consumer behavior shifts relevant to the MaryRuth's innovation pipeline. Maintain and update the Sc.I supplier, ingredient, and claims database ensuring accuracy and sourcing traceability. Other responsibilities as assigned. Some travel (<10%) may be required on an as needed basis, with advance notice provided to the employee. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Food Science, Biology, or a related life sciences field (or equivalent experience) required. Minimum 1-3 years of experience in dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, natural products, or health & wellness consumer packaged goods required. Business/professional level of fluency in written and verbal English is required (e.g. B2, C1, C2). Working knowledge of branded ingredient ecosystems, supplement regulations (DSHEA, NDI, structure/function claims), and ingredient evidence evaluation strongly preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including experience or comfort working with international partners and suppliers across time zones. Comfortable in external-facing settings: supplier calls, trade show floors, co-manufacturer meetings, industry conferences, etc. Experience interacting directly with ingredient suppliers or contract manufacturers. Ability to manage multiple concurrent projects independently. Familiarity with AI-assisted research tools, competitive intelligence platforms, or ingredient databases. Exposure to retail supplement categories (Walmart, Costco, Amazon, Whole Foods) and channel-specific dynamics. Experience supporting strategic briefs, innovation decks, or new product development processes. Physical Requirements Must be able to exert up to 10 pounds of force occasionally or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. This role involves sitting most of the time but may also involve moving for brief periods of time. Benefits Summary Competitive compensation, commensurate with experience. Paid time off. Paid sick time. Paid holidays. Medical insurance. Aguinaldo. The Culture at MaryRuth’s We are a fast-growing startup with a small, unified team that has a lot of fun and a big drive to change the world through our products. We are a health-conscious company with a focus on creating vegan and organic vitamins and supplements for everyone. We believe our work benefits from the diverse perspectives of our employees. As such, MaryRuth’s celebrates inclusion and is committed to equal opportunity employment. MaryRuth’s is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity. We provide employment opportunities without regard to age, race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital or civil union status, veteran or military status, status as a victim of domestic violence, sexual assault, or trafficking, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This commitment applies to all aspects of the employment relationship, including recruiting, hiring, placement, training, promotion, compensation, and termination. Where applicable, MaryRuth’s complies with local employment and labor laws in the jurisdictions in which it operates. Department Operations Locations Mexico City Remote status Fully Remote Monthly salary MXN36,833 - MXN38,500 Employment type Full-time