STEVEN MILFORD
Leuven
Summary
Accomplished product manager with over 20 years diverse experience in the international Direct Selling environment. Able to analyse, formulate and deliver integrated product development strategies. Significant expertise in managing food supplement, skin care and personal care product ranges. Commercially aware, able to make regulatory decisions based upon business requirements. Adaptable and contemporary approach to driving sales through product management and development.
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
European Product Manager
Modere Europe BV
09.2018 - 04.2025
Regulatory Affairs & Product Compliance Manager - EU
Isagenix UK
03.2017 - 08.2018
Product Compliance Officer
Young Living Essential Oils
12.2012 - 02.2017
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Neways International (UK) Ltd
09.2009 - 12.2012
Product Manager
Neways International (UK) Ltd
01.2001 - 09.2009
Education
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, UK06-1996
Skills
- PRODUCT MANAGEMENT
- EFFECTIVE AND COLLABORATIVE PRODUCT MANAGER WITH A CONSULTATIVE AND COMMUNICATIVE MINDSET
- Product launch management
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with R&D, Marketing, Regulatory, and Sales teams to ensure alignment in product messaging, claims, and compliance across the EU region
- Market-Driven Innovation: Evaluated consumer trends and regulatory feedback to guide product claims and development strategies Contributed to NPD planning for 2023–2025 and initiated early groundwork for the NPL 2026 roadmap
- Regulatory Insight & Foresight: Enhanced product positioning in the EU by aligning ingredient and claim strategies with evolving regulatory standards while supporting business objectives
- Storytelling & Brand Messaging: Crafted engaging, compliant product narratives and supporting content for use across social media, email campaigns, and customer service training initiatives
- Continuous Improvement Mindset: Applied insights from product trials and team feedback to challenge assumptions, leverage AI tools, and streamline product information processes for greater efficiency
- Team Support & Leadership: Maintained a positive, collaborative presence during high-pressure periods, helping sustain morale and productivity while delivering key project milestones
- KPI tracking
- Project planning
- Product strategy
- Product lifecycle management
- Teamwork and collaboration
- User story creation
- Product vision and strategy
Timeline
European Product Manager
Modere Europe BV
09.2018 - 04.2025
Regulatory Affairs & Product Compliance Manager - EU
Isagenix UK
03.2017 - 08.2018
Product Compliance Officer
Young Living Essential Oils
12.2012 - 02.2017
Regulatory Affairs Manager
Neways International (UK) Ltd
09.2009 - 12.2012
Product Manager
Neways International (UK) Ltd
01.2001 - 09.2009
Bachelor of Science - Chemistry
University of Hertfordshire
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