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Job description
BOTANIE SOAP is the best soap company you’ve never heard of . .
Unless you’ve seen Vlogbrother and entrepreneur Hank Green talk about us in this YouTube post, where he says,
“I love this soap. I’ve been using it for years, and it is made among the mountains of Montana by people who care about their impact on the world.”
Botanie manufactures, packages, and ships high‑quality, organic soaps and solid shampoo and conditioner bars. We make custom soap for consumer brands who sell it as their own. Our customers span a wide range of consumer market segments, including: natural, safe, health, body care, hair care, luxury, men’s care, pet care, athletic, aromatherapy, no‑plastic, etc.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
The Product Director plays a critical role in supporting Botanie's continued growth and operational success. This full‑time position leads all chemistry‑driven and innovation projects, serving as the company's technical authority on product formulation, research, and new product development. In this role, the Director acts as the primary technical liaison for the Sales team and external clients, translating complex formulation data into clear, actionable business insights. The Director leads, manages, and holds accountable a small R&D team.
CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Possessing deep knowledge of the full suite of Botanie products
Conducting regular state‑of‑the‑art industry research
Serving as front line liaison to the Sales team and clients on technical formulation details
Vetting and allocating all incoming test batches
Assessing new potential product opportunities
Conducting hands‑on research
Leading new product development
Managing all chemistry‑driven and innovation projects
Conducting process research and supporting process development
Maintaining thorough records and structured documentation of department research
Manage a small R&D team.
JOB REQUIREMENTS
Successful candidates must be able to:
Demonstrate formulation experience
Lead, Manage and hold team accountable
Insist on fostering a positive team environment
Apply management and leadership experience and skills
Posess a chemistry degree or work equivalent
Apply project management expertise
Engage customers with technical sales experience
Preferred candidates will also have these qualifications:
High level self‑starter
Both independent and collaborative skills
Physical requirements: Ability to follow directions and safety procedures
Work calmly & efficiently under time constraints.
Requires bending, stretching, twisting, stooping, carrying, lifting, kneeling up to 50 lbs
Reaching above the shoulder up to 25lbs
Bending and lifting occasionally up to 50 pounds
Go up and down step ladders safely while carrying raw materials & products.
Ability to work under variable temperatures and noise levels
Work at a desk for most of the day.
Ability to work with fragrant products and in a fragrant environment
Why Join Us
Botanie Soap makes the best soap for the best brands, and we're looking for someone who wants to help shape what comes next. As Product Director, you'll have ownership over formulation and innovation, backed by a team that trusts your technical judgment and a company that takes pride in doing things right. If you want your work to matter and your ideas to go somewhere, we'd love to hear from you.
Rewards and Benefits:
7 paid holidays
Up to 8 half‑paid holidays at mid‑year and year‑end
Up to 4% employer match to the employee’s 401(k) retirement contributions
$50 monthly employer contribution to a Health Savings Account (HSA) if you enroll in a high‑deductible health plan
Free soap for personal household use; discounted soap for gifts
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Worksite address
missoula, MT, 59812, US
Who can apply
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