The Task At Hand:

JuneShine Brands is building something serious in supplements - and we need the operator to make it real.

We're hiring a Director of Contract Manufacturing, Supplements to own the full external manufacturing function for every non-beverage product in our portfolio. Reporting to the VP of Product, this role is the connective tissue between R&D, Supply Chain, Quality, Finance, and Commercial - responsible for translating innovation into products that ship on time, on spec, and on budget. The scope spans powders, gummies, stikpaks, and nutraceuticals across a growing network of co-manufacturing partners.

This is a role for a builder who's equally at home in a contract negotiation and on a production floor.

Who You Are:

6–8+ years managing co-manufacturers in the dietary supplement, nutraceutical, or functional health and wellness space - this is your core, not a tangent
Deep hands-on expertise across multiple dosage forms: powders, gummies, stikpaks, and nutraceuticals
Technically fluent in supplement regulatory requirements (FDA 21 CFR Part 111, cGMP, NSF, USP) and can hold manufacturers accountable to them
Proven track record taking products from ideation through scale-up and into market - on time, on spec, and within budget
Equally comfortable negotiating a manufacturing agreement and standing on a factory floor conducting a production audit
Thrives in fast-paced, entrepreneurial environments where the brand is growing fast and the stakes are high

What You'll Do:

Partner Management & Strategy

Own and develop a portfolio of supplement co-manufacturing partners - from identification, evaluation, and onboarding through ongoing performance management, SLAs, and contract negotiation
Serve as JuneShine Brand's primary relationship owner with all supplement manufacturers; conduct regular site visits, capability assessments, and cGMP audits to drive continuous improvement and hold partners to standard
Directly manage and develop the External Quality Manager, Supplements

Production & Operations

Translate demand forecasts into detailed, executable production schedules across the co-manufacturing network; own on-time delivery to our distribution commitments
Partner with Supply Chain to align raw material and packaging supply at co-manufacturers, manage inventory levels to optimize working capital, and resolve production bottlenecks and non-conformances in real time

Quality, Compliance & Cost

Ensure all supplement products meet FDA, cGMP, NSF, and internal quality standards; drive CAPA resolution with manufacturing partners and ensure certifications and documentation stay current
Own COGS targets, tolling costs, and budget performance; lead cost reduction and efficiency initiatives across the network without compromising quality or delivery; establish KPIs and report regularly to the VP of Product on network health, risks, and opportunities
Support label accuracy and product specification integrity across all externally manufactured supplement SKUs

Innovation & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Partner with R&D on new product development - co-manufacturer selection, trial runs, scale-up, and full commercial launch readiness across new supplement formats and SKUs
Collaborate with Marketing, Sales, and Product to align on timelines, specs, and launch priorities; lead co-manufacturer onboarding projects from contract execution through first commercial production

Must Haves:

21 years of age or older at the time of application
6-8+ years of experience in contract or co-manufacturing management within dietary supplements, nutraceuticals, or functional health and wellness
Demonstrated expertise across multiple supplement dosage forms: powders, gummies, stikpaks, and nutraceuticals
Strong working knowledge of FDA 21 CFR Part 111, cGMP, NSF, and USP compliance requirements for dietary supplements
Proven track record managing R&D scale-up, formula transfer, and new product commercialization at contract manufacturers
Proficiency in ERP systems (NetSuite, SAP, or Oracle) for production planning and operational reporting
Hands-on experience managing COGS, tolling costs, and gross margin performance
Ability and willingness to travel 25–35% to co-manufacturing facilities

Nice to Have:

Experience in the CPG beverage or functional beverage category in addition to supplements
Familiarity with clean label, organic, or third-party certified supplement production (NSF Sport, Informed Sport, Non-GMO Project)
Background in supply chain or procurement adjacent to contract manufacturing
Comfortable operating in a high-growth, startup-paced environment where the playbook is still being written
Strong communicator who can translate operational complexity into clear updates for leadership and cross-functional partners

Compensation, Benefits + Perks:

Compensation:

$150,000.00-$170,000.00 per year
The final offer will be based on several factors, including experience, skills, overall expertise and location

Perks + Benefits:

Unlimited Paid Time Off
Healthcare coverage: up to 90% company contribution for employees and 25% for dependents
Voluntary vision, dental, and accidental plans
401(k) with up to 4% company match
12 weeks of paid Equal Parental Leave, $500 Baby Bonding Bucks, and a sustainable baby gift
Booch, spirit, beer, and soft good perks
And more!

Who We Are

Our Company

JuneShine Brands was built by people who believe you shouldn't have to choose between living well and working hard. Our founders met through a shared love of surfing, the outdoors, and chasing experiences worth having. That spirit still runs through everything we do.

We are a company with a purpose beyond profit. Every brand we build exists for a reason. We believe the next generation of consumers will choose brands that reflect their values, and we intend to build exactly those brands.

We hire exceptional people and get out of their way. Flexible hours, no micromanagement, and trust as the default — we take cues from Yvon Chouinard's Let My People Go Surfing, a book we give every new hire on day one. What we ask in return is simple: own your work, deliver with excellence, and never let flexibility come at someone else's expense.

We value people who are hungry and humble, who take ownership without being asked, who move fast without cutting corners, and who make everyone around them better. If that sounds like you, we'd love to meet you.

JuneShine Brands is a purpose-driven organization composed of a diverse and dynamic group of individuals with varied backgrounds, passions, and beliefs. We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone’s unique perspectives are valued. We seek to hire self-motivated, independent thinkers, who embrace challenging the status quo. Join us at JuneShine Brands where you’re encouraged to bring your authentic self to your craft every day. As a proud equal opportunity employer, we are dedicated to ensuring fairness and equity in our hiring practices.

You must reside in the United States to be considered for this position.

This role supports multiple beverage brands within the JuneShine Brands portfolio, including alcohol and hemp-derived THC beverages.

All Juneshine Brands products are intended for adults 21+.

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