About the posting
“We are seeking experienced Procurement Managers and Senior Managers to build and scale our procurement and supply chain capabilities as the company continues to grow.”
Read the full posting on David Protein's site
Seen live Oct 23, 2026; first seen Oct 22, 2026.
Pay in context
This posting lists $165,000 to $190,000 a year, a midpoint of $177,500.
The midpoint is higher than 72 percent of operations and logistics postings in New York, NY that list pay.
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How long it has been open
Posted Mar 13, 2026, 225 days ago, and seen on David Protein's careers page today.
At 225 days old, it is over the 31-day median.
David Protein at a glance
David Protein has 33 open postings that we can see, 7 in operations and logistics; 61 percent list pay.
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Seniority
Level: senior.
The posting mentions 5+ years.
Place and cost of living
On site in New York, NY; prices in NY run 8 percent above the US average.
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From David Protein's posting
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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 Managers and Senior Managers 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
Requirements
- 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, supplier 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
Benefits
- This is a full-time role.
- Salary: $165,000 - $190,000 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.