The Farmer's Dog · 5 hours ago
Senior Protein Manager
New York, New York, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$150K/yr - $175K/yr
7+ years expThe Farmer's Dog is dedicated to transforming pet health through innovative, personalized dog food solutions. The Senior Protein Manager will lead protein procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure sourcing aligns with business goals and product quality standards.
Consumer GoodsE-CommerceFood and BeveragePersonalizationPetSubscription Service
Responsibilities
Develop and execute the protein sourcing roadmap in alignment with commercialization goals, product quality standards, cost optimization targets and supply chain resilience objectives
Serve as the protein category subject matter expert, owning market intelligence, supplier landscape analysis and technology awareness across the category
Lead RFPs, conduct contract negotiations and supplier performance reviews to drive continuous improvement across key category KPIs including supplier quality, cost variance and service performance
Provide accurate cost forecasts, leveraging market indicators and scenario modeling to inform and guide category strategies
Translate complex market and supplier data into actionable insights for leadership and cross-functional teams
Own supplier and cost optimization initiatives by identifying opportunities to reduce total category spend while sourcing the highest quality ingredients at competitive terms
Manage supply continuity and obsolescence risks, implementing proactive mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions
Partner with R&D, FSQR and Commercialization to ensure protein sourcing deliverables are seamlessly executed in support of new product development and commercialization initiatives
Track project timelines, sourcing deliverables and supplier readiness, proactively escalating potential delays or risks
Lead, mentor and develop a high performing protein team, fostering a culture of ownership, data driven decision making and proactive problem solving
Elevate the team’s strategic thinking on markets and risks, translating tactical insights into actionable recommendations for the business
Qualification
Required
7+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or operations, preferably within consumer goods, food, or related manufacturing
3–5+ years of experience in protein category management
Self starter with strong analytical and financial aptitude, comfortable working with commodity markets, cost model and scenario analysis
Proven track record of developing and executing category strategies that deliver measurable business impact across cost, quality and supply assurance
Effective communicator, able to convey complex market and sourcing narratives clearly across multiple levels of the organization
Confident negotiator and influencer who builds strong supplier partnerships while maintaining clear governance and commercial discipline
Balance strategic thinking with operational follow through, ensuring plans translate into results
Effective team leader and mentor, capable of balancing tactical execution with strategic alignment
Proficient in Excel, e-procurement tools, and comfortable working within Google and Microsoft Suites
Willing to travel up to 25% of the time
Benefits
Dog-friendly office in Greenwich Village
Market-competitive compensation and equity packages
Comprehensive Healthcare, Dental, and Vision
Company supported mental health benefits
12 week paid parental leave
Competitive 401k plan with company match
Flexible PTO
Discounted fresh food for your pup
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Company
The Farmer's Dog
The Farmer's Dog is a pet food company that offers fresh dog food with online services.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$103.1MKey Investors
Insight PartnersShasta VenturesForerunner
2020-01-15Series C· $54M
2019-01-15Series B· $39M
2017-05-18Series A· $8.1M
Leadership Team
Jonathan Regev
Co-Founder, CEO
Brett Podolsky
Co-Founder
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