Job Description:
• Strategic Sourcing of Raw Materials: Proactively source and procure a wide range of raw materials for dietary supplement products, ensuring all ingredients meet defined specifications for quality, purity, and potency.
• Supplier Identification and Qualification: Identify, evaluate, and onboard new suppliers aligned with our commitment to quality, transparency, and ethical sourcing. Conduct thorough due diligence to ensure compliance with regulatory and brand requirements.
• Innovation and R&D Collaboration: Support the innovation pipeline by identifying new and emerging ingredients for R&D initiatives. Partner closely with internal R&D teams and external labs to source sample materials for product development.
• Supplier Network Development: Build and maintain a robust, high-quality supplier network within the dietary supplement industry. Develop strong, long-term vendor relationships to ensure supply continuity and scalability.
• Negotiation and Cost Management: Lead supplier negotiations to secure competitive pricing, favorable terms, and reliable delivery schedules while maintaining quality standards. Monitor market trends to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Quality and Compliance: Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure all sourced materials comply with FDA regulations and internal standards. Manage required documentation including Certificates of Analysis (COAs), specifications, and supplier records.
Requirements:
• 5–7 years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain roles
• Demonstrated experience sourcing raw materials within the dietary supplement, nutraceutical, or functional food industries
• Existing network of high-quality raw material suppliers strongly preferred
• Proven negotiation skills and experience managing supplier relationships
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with R&D and Quality Assurance teams
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Nutrition, Food Science, or a related field preferred
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic, and fully remote environment
Benefits:
• Flexible work arrangements across time zones
• Attend required meetings
• Communicate effectively across time zones
• Deliver work by agreed-upon deadlines
• Equal Opportunity Employer