Senior Manager of Sourcing

RYZE

4d • Remote

About The Position

At RYZE, we believe daily rituals create the foundation for living your greatest life. Our mushroom coffee and superfood products fuel the body and clarify the mind—helping people everywhere unlock their highest potential. We’re a fast-growing, mission-driven team passionate about wellness, innovation, and building a brighter future together. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in the food, beverage, or CPG industries and thrives in dynamic, high-growth environments. This leader will drive global sourcing strategy, strengthen supplier partnerships, optimize costs, and ensure the highest standards of quality, sustainability, and regulatory compliance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Demonstrated success in leading complex vendor negotiations, developing strategic supplier partnerships, and driving cross-functional initiatives.
• Exceptional analytical skills with a robust, data-driven approach to decision-making and problem-solving.
• Outstanding communication, stakeholder management, and team leadership abilities.
• Proven experience in international trade (import and export) is highly preferred.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools and ERP systems (e.g., Oracle NetSuite, Microsoft Excel, or similar).
• Knowledge of global industry regulations and compliance standards.
• Ability to work effectively across diverse teams in procurement, logistics, and operations.
• Willingness to travel 1-2 times a month, including international travel, for trade shows and vendor visits.

Nice To Haves

• An MBA or advanced degree is highly desirable.
• Experience in a startup or high-growth environment is highly desirable.
• Bilingual proficiency in English, Spanish, or a second language is a significant asset.
• Sourcing or purchasing experience in food, supplements, or CPG industries is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the company’s global sourcing strategy for raw materials, packaging, and ingredients, aligning with business growth and cost targets
• Identify and qualify new suppliers across domestic and international markets
• Negotiate supplier contracts, including pricing, terms, and service-level agreements (SLAs)
• Optimize sourcing models, including dual/multi-sourcing, to mitigate risk and ensure continuity of supply
• Establish long-term strategic partnerships with key suppliers and co-manufacturers
• Lead supplier performance management, including regular business reviews, scorecards, and corrective action plans
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality, R&D, and Operations to ensure supplier compliance with product specs, certifications (e.g., organic, non-GMO), and food safety standards
• Lead cost savings initiatives and value engineering projects without compromising quality
• Monitor commodity markets and input costs to proactively manage price volatility
• Collaborate with Finance to develop standard costs and forecast COGS impacts
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards (FDA, USDA, Prop 65, etc.) and ethical sourcing practices
• Maintain documentation and traceability for audits, recalls, and certifications
• Assess and mitigate sourcing risks including geopolitical, supply chain disruptions, and ESG concerns
• Build and lead a high-performing sourcing team; hire, coach, and develop talent as needed
• Establish sourcing policies, procedures, and best practices to support scalability and transparency
• Act as a thought leader and internal advocate for strategic sourcing excellence

Benefits

• Performance bonus eligibility
• Benefits: health, dental, vision, 401(k) with match, flexible PTO
• A fully remote work environment and the chance to work with RYZE’s first in-house team

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees