Company Description
Bulletproof is an omni-channel content driven consumer products company. Bulletproof’s Brand Purpose is focused on functional nutrition, here to prove that better is closer than you think. We re-imagine nutrition with science-backed and thoughtfully sourced ingredients to create quality additions to your daily wellness routine. Whether you’re supplementing your vitamin intake or fueling your workout, Bulletproof can help you discover what better feels like.
Bulletproof is a team of experienced professionals working to make high performance a daily reality for everyone on the planet. While our culture is casual and our workplace flexible, the team is passionate, customer driven, meaningfully connected, smart, and results focused.
Our customers know that our coffee, beverages, food, and supplements are the purest you can get anywhere, and you can expect to feel a difference in how you perform the first time you experience them. Environmentally conscious and ethically sourced products build a sustainable foundation for future generations to thrive. Bulletproof coffee has developed a cult following across the nation as a drink that provides sustained energy, while also programming your body to burn fat for energy. In addition to providing convenient access to products through eCommerce, Bulletproof has also launched products in various nation-wide retailers (e.g. Whole Foods Market, Sprouts, Kroger).
At Bulletproof 360, Inc. (“Bulletproof”), we welcome employees and candidates with different backgrounds and perspectives. We value and trust each other – including our differences – while remaining true to our mission of improving lives. We encourage a corporate culture of self-expression, asking employees to be authentic to themselves. Our team brings together their unique perspectives, experiences, and passions in the work they do because we believe diversity makes us stronger, together.
Bulletproof aims to create a workplace that celebrates the diversity of our employees at all levels of the workforce without regard to age, race, color, sex, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, veteran status, gender identity and/or expression, disability or any other laws. We strive to take steps in our recruiting practices by promoting diversity and fostering inclusion throughout our interview and hiring process, working toward the goal of a diverse and inclusive workforce.
Job Description
Bulletproof is looking for a
Director of Contract Manufacturing with a strong CPG background to help us build a world-class company and grow our knowledge base.
The Director of Co-Manufacturing reports to the VP of Supply Chain and is responsible for managing the manufacturing strategy and contract manufacturers for Bulletproof’s finished good supply network. This person is the primary point of contact for the co-manufacturer relationships, which will include project management, short and long- term capacity planning, new item commercialization, continuous improvement, cost savings, key performance indicators and monthly scorecards. This role is highly cross functional and will interact with marketing, sales, R&D, finance, procurement, and production planning groups on a frequent basis. Key to success in this role will be adherence to budget, driving cost savings, preventing out of stocks and building strong relationships with our co-manufacturing partners. This position will be setting strategy and negotiating with external executive leaders as well as participate as a core team member internally on key projects to ensure manufacturing activities are timely and deliver best total economic value.
Key Responsibilities:
Co-Man Partnership Management
- Lead day-to-day and strategic relationships with all co-manufacturing partners across the Bulletproof portfolio
- Manage raw material commitments, liabilities and end of month inventory reconciliation if applicable.
- Facilitate weekly production calls to review schedules, resolve roadblocks, and align cross-functionally with Planning, Operations, Logistics, and Sourcing
- Run quarterly business reviews and manage co-man scorecards (OTIF, yield, quality, cost)
- Negotiate and renew MSAs, SOWs, MOQs, and pricing agreements; maintain a strong understanding of market capacity and cost dynamics to identify savings or quality improvement opportunities
- Partner with co-mans to identify and project manage mutually beneficial cost savings and efficiency initiatives
- Monitor tolling fees, yield loss, and variances; mitigate risk via dual sourcing, safety stock strategies, and network diversification
- Act as the internal advocate and subject matter expert on co-manufacturing—supporting Planning, Innovation, Quality, and Procurement initiatives
- Standardize ways of working across partners—including SOPs, production planning processes, and performance metrics
- Ensure all products, ship on time, and are produced within budget
- Leverage ERP tools (NetSuite) and Excel to manage planning cycles and data-driven decision-making
Commercialization & Product Transfers
- Serve as Supply Chain lead for fast-track product launches and coordinate efforts within Supply Chain.
- Support early-stage product development with clear production feasibility, co-man alignment, and launch timelines
- Own scale-up and transition plans between co-manufacturers to protect supply continuity and margin
- Coordinate first production runs across QA, Raw Materials, and Planning to ensure readiness
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Food Science, or related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
- 8+ years in Supply Chain, Manufacturing, or Ops roles, ideally in food & beverage, CPG, or dietary supplement industries.
- 5+ years of experience negotiating supplier contracts and driving cost savings.
- 5+ years of experience managing and developing teams.
- High degree of business ethics, financial accountability, and a strong track record in supplier relationship management.
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency in ERP and Excel.
Additional Information
Annual base salary gross: $130,000 - $150,000. The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high end of the salary range for this position. The base salary is one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other benefits include performance bonus program, generous time-off, flexible schedules, comprehensive health insurance (several options to choose from), 401k program with company match, paid parental leave, company paid disability insurance, and bulletproof.com store discount & credit.
This is a full-time position that is open to candidates located in PST and MST time zones. Maximum fun, maximum knowledge, and maximum performance are a part of the job description, and you’ll get to work with the team on a regular basis to upgrade your game, your mental performance, and your life. This is a great opportunity to grow with a company.
Grupo Mariposa's mission is to nurture growth and foster sustainability within the global food and beverage industry. We are committed to excellence through disciplined management, innovative practices and dynamic culture that embraces change.
Grupo Mariposa is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
