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Director of Operations - Odara Functional Beverage
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Director of Operations - Odara Functional Beverage
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Background:
ODARA, a Grupo Cargo Company, is a premium functional beverage brand launching in Houston, Texas in 2027. Our products are lightly carbonated, mineral-rich, and designed for clean hydration, performance, and wellness. We are building a modern, athletic, wellness-driven brand with a strong sporty aesthetic and a focus on high-quality ingredients and manufacturing excellence.
We are now looking for an experienced Director of Operations to guide our production, supply chain, and go-to-market readiness.
Role Overview The
Director of Operations
will be responsible for building ODARA’s operational foundation: covering supply chain, production planning, quality control, co-packer management, regulatory compliance, and operational scalability. This role is ideal for someone with significant CPG/beverage experience who has helped brands launch, scale, or operate efficiently in their first years. The position will start part-time or advisory and can evolve into a full-time leadership role as we grow.
Responsibilities
Lead the operational setup for ODARA’s first production runs (2 SKUs).
Work directly with co-packers to negotiate MOQs, pricing, schedules, and quality standards.
Coordinate with formulation labs to ensure production feasibility and ingredient sourcing.
Oversee line trials, batching processes, carbonation levels, pH targets, and product consistency.
Build and manage the full supply chain (ingredients, cans, ends, cartons, pallets).
Select and supervise suppliers, freight providers, and warehousing/3PL partners.
Create efficient systems for demand planning, forecasting, and inventory management.
Oversee QA/QC protocols, COAs, shelf‑life testing, and product stability.
Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, food safety standards, and labeling rules.
Establish SOPs for manufacturing, recalls, sanitation, and documentation.
Build scalable systems for growth from 100K+ units to 1M+.
Create operational budgets, cost‑per‑unit models, and margin improvement plans.
Assist with operational due diligence for investors and retail partners.
Identify risks and implement strategies to reduce cost, waste, and operational failures.
Required Qualifications
7–15 years of experience in CPG operations (beverages strongly preferred).
Experience working with co-packers and managing production runs.
Strong understanding of supply chain design, forecasting, and cost modeling.
Familiarity with food/beverage regulatory requirements (FDA, QA/QC, COAs).
Proven track record launching or scaling a beverage or functional CPG product.
Ability to thrive in an early‑stage, fast‑moving startup environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in sparkling water, functional beverages, kombucha, energy drinks, or wellness CPG.
Networks with ingredient suppliers, packaging manufacturers, and co-packers.
Previous role as Director of Operations, VP Ops, COO, Head of Supply Chain, or equivalent.
What We Offer
Opportunity to build a beverage brand from the ground up.
Flexible structure (Hybrid).
Equity participation for experienced operators.
Direct collaboration with the founder on brand‑building, product development, and go‑to‑market.
A creative, ambitious brand vision blending wellness, fashion, and performance.
Location Houston, TX
Salary $165,000.00 - $195,000.00
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Director of Operations - Odara Functional Beverage
role at
Nosh.com
Background:
ODARA, a Grupo Cargo Company, is a premium functional beverage brand launching in Houston, Texas in 2027. Our products are lightly carbonated, mineral-rich, and designed for clean hydration, performance, and wellness. We are building a modern, athletic, wellness-driven brand with a strong sporty aesthetic and a focus on high-quality ingredients and manufacturing excellence.
We are now looking for an experienced Director of Operations to guide our production, supply chain, and go-to-market readiness.
Role Overview The
Director of Operations
will be responsible for building ODARA’s operational foundation: covering supply chain, production planning, quality control, co-packer management, regulatory compliance, and operational scalability. This role is ideal for someone with significant CPG/beverage experience who has helped brands launch, scale, or operate efficiently in their first years. The position will start part-time or advisory and can evolve into a full-time leadership role as we grow.
Responsibilities
Lead the operational setup for ODARA’s first production runs (2 SKUs).
Work directly with co-packers to negotiate MOQs, pricing, schedules, and quality standards.
Coordinate with formulation labs to ensure production feasibility and ingredient sourcing.
Oversee line trials, batching processes, carbonation levels, pH targets, and product consistency.
Build and manage the full supply chain (ingredients, cans, ends, cartons, pallets).
Select and supervise suppliers, freight providers, and warehousing/3PL partners.
Create efficient systems for demand planning, forecasting, and inventory management.
Oversee QA/QC protocols, COAs, shelf‑life testing, and product stability.
Ensure compliance with FDA regulations, food safety standards, and labeling rules.
Establish SOPs for manufacturing, recalls, sanitation, and documentation.
Build scalable systems for growth from 100K+ units to 1M+.
Create operational budgets, cost‑per‑unit models, and margin improvement plans.
Assist with operational due diligence for investors and retail partners.
Identify risks and implement strategies to reduce cost, waste, and operational failures.
Required Qualifications
7–15 years of experience in CPG operations (beverages strongly preferred).
Experience working with co-packers and managing production runs.
Strong understanding of supply chain design, forecasting, and cost modeling.
Familiarity with food/beverage regulatory requirements (FDA, QA/QC, COAs).
Proven track record launching or scaling a beverage or functional CPG product.
Ability to thrive in an early‑stage, fast‑moving startup environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience in sparkling water, functional beverages, kombucha, energy drinks, or wellness CPG.
Networks with ingredient suppliers, packaging manufacturers, and co-packers.
Previous role as Director of Operations, VP Ops, COO, Head of Supply Chain, or equivalent.
What We Offer
Opportunity to build a beverage brand from the ground up.
Flexible structure (Hybrid).
Equity participation for experienced operators.
Direct collaboration with the founder on brand‑building, product development, and go‑to‑market.
A creative, ambitious brand vision blending wellness, fashion, and performance.
Location Houston, TX
Salary $165,000.00 - $195,000.00
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