Director of Sourcing & Procurement - Functional Ingredients
Remote, Equity, High Growth, CPG, DTC, Retail This Jobot Job is hosted by: Dylan Currier Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply Now" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $140,000 - $175,000 per year A bit about us: Our client is a rapidly growing company in the functional ingredients and consumer health space, with expanding distribution across major retail channels. The company is mission-driven, focused on helping consumers live healthier lives through high-quality, functional products. Why join us? Opportunity to shape sourcing strategy at a rapidly scaling, mission-driven company High visibility and impact on cost structure, margins, and growth Work with innovative products that help consumers live healthier lives Job Details We are seeking a Director of Sourcing & Procurement to lead ingredient sourcing strategy, optimize supplier relationships, and drive cost efficiencies while maintaining quality, compliance, and supply continuity. This role will be highly cross-functional and critical to scaling the business sustainably. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimization Develop and execute sourcing strategies for functional ingredients to support rapid growth across retail channels Lead cost-reduction initiatives through supplier negotiations, alternate sourcing strategies, and value engineering Identify opportunities to improve margins while maintaining ingredient quality, efficacy, and regulatory compliance Supplier Management & Partnership Build and manage strong relationships with global and domestic ingredient suppliers Negotiate pricing, contracts, and supply agreements to ensure favorable terms and long-term reliability Collaborate with suppliers to improve efficiency, lead times, and scalability Supply Chain & Operational Excellence Ensure continuity of supply for key ingredients in a fast-growing environment Partner with operations, R&D, quality, and finance teams to align sourcing decisions with product development and demand planning Assess and mitigate supply risks, including availability, pricing volatility, and regulatory considerations Functional Ingredients Expertise Source and manage a diverse portfolio of functional ingredients (e.g., vitamins, minerals, botanicals, proteins, fibers, probiotics, or similar) Stay current on ingredient trends, innovations, and emerging suppliers within the functional and health-focused ingredient market Leadership & Process Development Build, mentor, and lead procurement and sourcing capabilities as the organization scales Establish best-in-class sourcing processes, KPIs, and governance Support long-term growth through scalable systems and strategic planning Qualifications 8 years of experience in sourcing and procurement, with significant experience in functional ingredients Proven track record of driving cost savings and operational efficiencies through supplier negotiations Strong understanding of ingredient quality, regulatory requirements, and supply chain dynamics Experience supporting high-growth consumer brands, ideally within food, beverage, nutrition, supplements, or CPG Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills Strategic thinker with a hands-on, execution-oriented mindset Interested in hearing more? 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