Supply Chain Manager - Special Projects
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.
Role & Responsibilities:
The Supply Chain Manager - Special Projects will drive execution and innovation across key cross-functional supply chain initiatives. This role sits at the intersection of supply chain operations, strategy, and execution - with a mandate to improve systems, launch new workflows, and scale emerging functions across our supply chain.
You’ll report directly to the Senior Director of Supply Chain to build tools, optimize operations, and make sure the engine behind our bars runs as efficiently as possible.
Please note: David is a fast-growing company, and the scope of this role will evolve as we scale. We’re looking for someone who is energized by change, eager to grow, and excited to help shape the future of our supply chain organization.
Responsibilities may shift over time based on evolving priorities, emerging opportunities, and the dynamic needs of the business. They may include:
High-impact Projects:
- Launch and lead special projects tied to supply chain efficiency, cost savings, and operational excellence
- Identify gaps and bottlenecks in current supply chain systems and implement scalable solutions
- Collaborate with leadership to roll out new technologies, systems, or vendors
- Support readiness and planning for new product launches, pilot runs, or market expansion
Supplier & Contract Manufacturer Coordination:
- Support supplier onboarding and qualification for key materials or partners
- Support pricing negotiations and long-term planning with strategic vendors
- Ensure compliance and quality across raw material sourcing and co-manufacturing processes
Inventory, Forecasting & Logistics:
- Design tools to improve forecasting, planning, and raw material replenishment
- Work with internal and external partners to optimize warehousing and 3PL performance
- Own cross-org initiatives to improve lead time, reduce waste, and ensure supply continuity
Process & Documentation Infrastructure:
- Build new SOPs, dashboards, and workflows that improve visibility across the supply chain
- Manage project timelines and report weekly to the broader team on progress and impact
- Bring analytical rigor to decision-making by tracking key metrics and operational KPIs
Requirements
- 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced, high intensity work environment (consulting, investing, strategy, bizops, or early-stage startups)
- Strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity
- Proven ability to lead projects independently
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and switching between high-level thinking and hands-on work
- Self-starting attitude with a love for executing on ideas and moving quickly
- High IQ/intellectual horsepower
- Low ego, high self-awareness, and eagerness to learn
- Desire to help build an early-stage CPG company with a mission to create tools to increase muscle and decrease fat
Benefits
- This is a full-time, in-office role based in New York City. We work onsite five days a week — when the culture fits, it is fun to be in the office together.
- Compensation: $100 - $200K per year, dependent on experience. This is inclusive of cash bonus based on attainment of company targets. Ability to trade salary for equity compensation will be offered.
- 100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
- 401(k) with 4% match
- Additional perks, such as covered gym expenses
- Substantial and required PTO