Supply Chain Manager - Director (Procurement)

Davidprotein; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance

401(k) with 4% match

Covered gym expenses

Substantial and required PTO

Company equity opportunity

Job summary

A leading food innovator in New York City is looking to hire experienced Procurement professionals to build and scale their supply chain capabilities. The role requires a blend of strategic sourcing expertise and operational rigor. Responsibilities include designing procurement processes, managing supplier relationships, and driving operational efficiency. The position offers a competitive salary ranging from $150,000 to $250,000 per year, comprehensive health coverage, equity opportunities, and additional perks like gym expenses and substantial PTO. This is a full-time, on-site role in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or vendor management roles.
• Strong foundation in strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management.
• Hands-on experience with ERP systems like NetSuite.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable procurement processes.
• Strengthen the supply chain for continuity and risk mitigation.
• Build and manage strong supplier relationships.
• Drive continuous improvement in procurement operations.
• Partner with cross-functional teams for strategic alignment.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Supplier relationship management

ERP systems experience

Attention to detail

Clear communication

Tools

NetSuite

Job description

Company:

David creates tools to increase muscle and decrease fat. Our first product is a protein bar. More broadly, David is a platform to develop high‑protein, low‑calorie, blood‑sugar‑friendly foods that are craveable.

This is a rare opportunity to join a breakout food brand at a pivotal stage of growth. Led by CEO Peter Rahal, Cofounder and Former CEO of RXBAR, David is working to become the leading consumer food brand focused on high‑protein foods in North America and beyond.

The Role:

We are seeking experienced Procurement professionals across levels to build and scale our procurement and supply chain capabilities as the company continues to grow. The ideal candidate combines strategic sourcing experience with operational rigor, and is excited to build systems, processes, and supplier networks that support long‑term growth.

Depending on level and experience, responsibilities may include:

1. Procurement Systems & Operational Infrastructure

• Design and implement scalable procurement processes and systems that enable efficient purchasing, planning, and supplier coordination


• ERP onboarding, including supplier setup, purchasing workflows, and data governance


• Develop materials planning frameworks, including safety stock policies, inventory buffers, and procurement forecasting aligned with production and demand planning


• Establish standardized procurement workflows, documentation, and reporting systems


• Build dashboards and tracking tools to improve procurement visibility across suppliers, inventory, and purchasing cycles

2. Supply Chain Resilience & Redundancy

• Strengthen the company’s supply chain to ensure continuity, flexibility, and risk mitigation as operations scale


• Develop multi‑sourcing strategies and identify qualified secondary suppliers


• Map supply chain risk and implement contingency plans for key raw materials and packaging components


• Partner cross‑functionally with Commercialization, R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure reliable supply continuity


• Build long‑term supply strategies that balance reliability, flexibility, and scalability

3. Supplier Management & Strategic Negotiations

• Build and manage strong supplier relationships that support long‑term operational success


• Lead contract negotiations, pricing agreements, and supplier performance reviews


• Establish supplier scorecards and performance management frameworks


• Collaborate with suppliers to drive service improvements, lead time reductions, and operational alignment

4. Procurement Optimization & Value Creation

• Drive continuous improvement across procurement operations to maximize efficiency and long‑term value


• Identify opportunities to improve purchasing efficiency and supply chain economics


• Analyze procurement data to support strategic sourcing decisions


• Partner with Finance and Supply Chain functions to support scalable purchasing strategies as the business grows


• Lead initiatives that improve supplier terms, operational efficiencies, and procurement performance

• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, sourcing, or vendor management roles, with experience in a high‑growth or CPG environment strongly preferred


• Strong foundation in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, supplier relationship management, and procurement planning


• Hands‑on experience with ERP systems such as NetSuite, including purchase order execution, vendor setup, and inventory‑related workflows


• Solid understanding of supply chain operations in a CPG, manufacturing, or inventory‑heavy environment, including experience with co‑manufacturers, packaging suppliers, and/or 3PLs


• High attention to detail with a strong sense of ownership and accountability


• Self‑starter who enjoys building processes from the ground up and operating in a fast‑paced environment


• Clear and confident communicator able to collaborate effectively across operations, finance, planning, and external partners


• Excitement about helping build an early‑stage CPG company with a mission to help people increase muscle and decrease fat

• This is a full‑time role.




• Salary: $150,000 - $250,000 per year, inclusive of cash bonus based on attainment of company targets


• Company equity opportunity


• 100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance


• 401(k) with 4% match


• Additional perks, such as covered gym expenses


• Substantial and required PTO




• We work in the office 5 days per week in New York City – when culture lines up, it is fun to be in the office together.