Director of Supply Chain

Base pay range $160,000.00/yr - $180,000.00/yr Director of Supply Chain Magic Mind | Remote | Full-Time CA, TX, CO preferred, but not required. Why is this role exciting? Magic Mind is on a mission to help millions unlock their mental wealth, transforming brain fog into laser focus, stress into productivity, and energy crashes into all-day performance. We're not just another supplement company. We're building the category-defining brand that helps high performers like Pete Holmes, Kim Kardashian, Justin Kan, and Nathan Florence achieve peak mental performance. As our Director of Supply Chain, you’ll architect and scale the operational backbone that powers Magic Mind’s next phase of growth. You’ll own everything from supplier strategy to production planning to inventory optimization—directly impacting our ability to scale from $50M to $250M and beyond. This is a hands‑on, high‑impact role where your decisions will shape margin, quality, customer experience, and our speed to market. If you’re a builder who thrives in fast-moving environments, loves solving complex supply chain puzzles, and has a track record of elevating operations in CPG businesses, this is your opportunity to create a world‑class supply chain for one of the fastest-growing wellness brands in the world. About Magic Mind Magic Mind has cracked the code on mental performance with our clinically‑proven shots featuring 12 premium ingredients including Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and time‑released caffeine delivered through proprietary nano‑encapsulation technology. We're profitable, Series A funded, and growing 2-3x per year with a proven subscription eCommerce model and expanding retail presence. Our customers aren't just buying a product, they're investing in their mental wealth. From Silicon Valley entrepreneurs pulling all‑nighters to athletes preparing for competition, Magic Mind delivers sharper minds, calm energy, and stress resilience when it matters most. Notable users include: Pete Holmes, Rufus du Sol, Nathan Florence, Kim Kardashian, Justin Kan, Kevin Rose, and thousands of other high performers who rely on Magic Mind to unlock their potential. The Role You’ll lead the end‑to‑end supply chain function, owning everything from supplier strategy and procurement to production planning, inventory management, and logistics. You’ll develop scalable systems, manage cross‑functional workflows, and ensure that Magic Mind products are produced on time, at the highest quality, and at the most efficient cost. You’ll collaborate closely with Operations, Finance, Product Development, and our external manufacturing and fulfillment partners to keep production aligned with demand forecasts, launch timelines, and customer experience goals. You’ll be responsible for navigating constraints, solving bottlenecks, and driving constant improvement across the supply chain. This role is ideal for someone equal parts strategic operator and meticulous project manager—comfortable negotiating with vendors, building production schedules, optimizing inventory flows, and coordinating complex processes across teams and partners. If you thrive in fast‑paced environments where you can build systems, reduce costs, and drive operational excellence, you’ll excel here. What You’ll Own Supply Chain Strategy & Planning Own and improve Magic Mind's end-to-end supply chain strategy across procurement, production, inventory, and logistics Forecast demand in collaboration with Sales, Ops, and Finance to ensure optimal inventory levels and cash‑efficient planning Build and manage capacity plans across co‑manufacturers, co‑packers, and suppliers Identify bottlenecks and design scalable processes to support aggressive growth targets Supplier & Vendor Management Own all key supplier relationships, contracts, and performance management (co‑packers, raw material suppliers, packaging vendors, 3PLs) Evaluate and onboard new suppliers to improve cost, quality, reliability, and sustainability Negotiate pricing, MOQs, SLAs, and long‑term agreements that reduce COGS and minimize operational risk Maintain a robust approved vendor list and audit cadence Procurement & Materials Management Oversee procurement of raw materials, packaging, and finished goods with a focus on cost control and lead‑time reduction Implement a formalized purchasing and replenishment process that aligns with production schedules Monitor ingredient and packaging markets to anticipate risks or price fluctuations Production & Co‑Manufacturing Oversight Manage monthly and weekly production schedules with co‑manufacturers to ensure on‑time, in‑full delivery Align inventory, ingredient availability, and capacity constraints to prevent stockouts or overproduction Implement quality control frameworks, including batch review, COA checks, lot‑tracking, and issue resolution Inventory & Logistics Management Own inventory accuracy, replenishment, and safety‑stock modeling across all storage locations (3PLs, co‑man facilities, etc.) Partner with 3PLs to ensure world‑class pick/pack, shipping speed, and cost efficiency Reduce logistics costs through optimization of freight, carriers, and fulfillment processes Oversee inventory audits, cycle counts, and reconciling discrepancies Cross‑Functional Collaboration Work closely with VP of Operations, Finance, and Marketing to maintain alignment on forecasts, launches, and operational constraints Support new product development with supply chain feasibility assessments, sourcing plans, and production timelines Provide proactive communication on risks, delays, and mitigation plans Data, Systems & Reporting Optimize supply chain tools (ERP, inventory systems, demand planning models) Manage and build dashboards to monitor KPIs: service levels, forecast accuracy, COGS, inventory turns, lead times, etc. Leverage data to drive decisions around capacity, purchasing, and network optimization About You Food & Beverage CPG Background 5–8+ years of experience in supply chain, operations, or production planning within the food, beverage, or broader CPG space Strong understanding of FDA, GMP, HACCP, and quality/compliance standards relevant to beverage manufacturing Experience working with co‑manufacturers and co‑packers, ideally in a high‑SKU, fast‑growth environment Comfortable navigating ingredient sourcing, formulation changes, and batch/lot traceability Vendor Management Experience Proven track record managing relationships with suppliers, co‑mans, 3PLs, and packaging vendors Skilled at negotiating pricing, MOQs, lead times, and long‑term supply agreements Adept at evaluating new vendors, running RFP processes, and building a reliable, diversified supplier network Demonstrated ability to resolve production issues, quality concerns, and supply chain disruptions quickly and diplomatically Leadership & Project Management Experience owning cross‑functional initiatives from concept to execution with clear timelines, budgets, and outcomes Strong leadership presence with the ability to manage both internal contributors and external partners Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and able to build systems and processes that scale Comfortable working in a fast‑paced, lean startup environment where priorities shift and proactive problem‑solving is essential Excellent communicator who can translate complex supply chain issues into clear recommendations for stakeholders You're a Culture Fit High EQ/IQ soulful killer Energized by building a brand that helps people feel and perform better every day! Thrives in remote, asynchronous work environments with strong communication skills Organized, curious, and proactive Comfortable in fast‑moving, iterative environments Natural collaborator who can work effectively across time zones and departments Entrepreneurial attitude towards problem solving and self‑starting, ie., high agency Compensation & Culture Remote‑First Culture : Work from anywhere with optional half‑day Fridays and a heavily asynchronous approach that values deep work and life balance. Competitive Package : Significant cash compensation plus meaningful equity in a fast‑growing, profitable company with clear path to exit. Growth Opportunity : Join at an inflection point where your creative leadership will directly impact our trajectory from $50M to $250M and beyond. Mission‑Driven Team : Work alongside soulful killers who genuinely care about helping millions of people achieve peak mental performance. Professional Development : Budget for conferences, courses, and tools that help you stay at the cutting edge of creative strategy and performance marketing. How to Apply We’d love to see your strategic thinking in action. Submit your application with: Loom Video (3–5 minutes) answering one of these questions below: Walk us through how you build a supply chain strategy for a fast‑growing CPG company. What are the first levers you assess? Tell us about a time you redesigned or significantly improved a supply chain. What results did it drive? Describe a complex vendor negotiation you led. What was the strategy and outcome? Describe a time when something went wrong in production or fulfillment. How did you diagnose and fix the issue? Resume: Highlight your Supply Chain expertise and quantifiable results. Send both to View email address on click.appcast.io with the subject line "Director of Supply Chain, [Your Name]" Magic Mind is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, or disability status. Seniority level Director Employment type Full‑time Job function Management and Manufacturing Food and Beverage Services Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Magic Mind by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Medical insurance Vision insurance 401(k) Paid paternity leave Paid maternity leave Get notified when a new job is posted. Sign in to set job alerts for “Supply Chain Director” roles. United States $145,000.00-$180,000.00 3 days ago #J-18808-Ljbffr