Founder's Associate
TLDR
Support high-priority initiatives by exploring new products and markets while working closely with the CEO, leading projects from concept to launch in a dynamic environment.
The Company:
David creates tools to help people build muscle and lose fat. Our first products are protein bars, and we’re building a platform for high-protein, low-calorie, blood-sugar-friendly foods that are craveable.
This is a rare opportunity to join a breakout CPG brand at a pivotal stage of growth and work directly with the CEO Peter Rahal, Cofounder and Former CEO of RXBAR.
The Role:
The Founder’s Associate supports high-priority initiatives and incubates new projects, explores new opportunities, and plants the seeds for the next generation of brands, products, and innovations at David.
We’re looking for a sharp, entrepreneurial generalist who thrives in ambiguity, moves quickly, and brings a sense of ownership.
What You’ll Do:
- Work directly with the CEO on special projects, including exploring new products and markets
- Run experiments, test products, and assess viability quickly
- Take ownership of projects from concept to launch, working across product, supply chain, and go-to-market
- Scale validated concepts into a potential new brand or business line
Requirements
- Strong analytical skills and intellectual curiosity
- Proven ability to lead projects independently
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and switching between high-level thinking and hands-on work
- Self-starting attitude with a love for executing on ideas and moving quickly
- Low ego, high self-awareness, and eagerness to learn
- Thinking from first principles and focuses on what works
- Desire to help build an early-stage CPG company
Benefits
- This is a full-time, in-office role based in New York City. We work onsite five days a week — when the culture fits, it is fun to be in the office together
- Salary: $110-140K per year, inclusive of cash bonus based on attainment of company targets
- Company equity opportunity on top of cash compensation
- 100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
- 401(k) with 4% match
- Additional perks, such as covered gym expenses
- Substantial and required PTO
Benefits
Health Insurance
100% covered Health, Vision, Dental Insurance
Covered gym expenses
Additional perks, such as covered gym expenses
Paid Time Off
Substantial and required PTO
David Protein creates premium protein supplements and nutrition products designed for fitness enthusiasts looking to build muscle and lose fat. Their first offering is a line of protein bars, but they're also developing a broader platform featuring high-protein, low-calorie, and blood-sugar-friendly foods that are flavorful and satisfying.