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Head of DTC - Supplements - US (Remote)

Scale Up Search • United States

Growth MarketingMid-levelOn-siteFull time$180K - $240K
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DTC EcommerceVP-LevelSupplements/VMSRemote$180K-$240KEquity

The Challenge

A fast-growing vitamins & supplements brand is looking for a battle-tested DTC leader to own their core growth engine. You'll build the strategy, team, and systems to scale revenue while optimizing unit economics in a competitive, high-growth market.

Your Mission

First 3 Months
1

Audit current DTC performance (CAC, LTV, repeat rate, AOV) and establish baseline KPI dashboards across all channels

2

Define 12-month DTC growth strategy with clear channel prioritization, customer segment targets, and revenue forecasts

3

Hire 2-3 key team members (growth manager, retention specialist, analytics lead) and establish weekly planning rhythms

4

Identify 3-5 quick wins on site conversion, email flows, or paid media efficiency to demonstrate early impact

By 6 Months
1

Launch optimized subscription program with 15%+ adoption rate and measurable improvement in LTV vs. one-time buyers

2

Scale paid media channels profitably with CAC:LTV ratio of 1:3+ across Facebook, Google, and emerging channels

3

Implement CDP and attribution system to track customer lifecycle accurately across email, SMS, loyalty, and repeat-purchase

4

Drive repeat purchase rate to 25%+ and AOV growth of 10-15% through merchandising, personalization, and lifecycle optimization

KPIs You'll Own

Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC)

Track paid media efficiency and payback period; optimize channel mix to maintain CAC:LTV ratio of 1:3 or better.

Lifetime Value (LTV) & Repeat Rate

Measure subscription adoption, repeat purchase frequency, and average customer lifespan; target 25%+ repeat rate.

Average Order Value (AOV)

Monitor product bundling, upsell effectiveness, and cart optimization; drive 10-15% growth via merchandising and personalization.

Conversion Rate & Site Performance

Track homepage-to-purchase conversion, product page CTR, and checkout abandonment; target 2%+ overall conversion rate.

Subscription Metrics

Monitor subscription adoption rate, churn, and cohort retention; track subscription LTV vs. one-time purchase LTV.

Email & SMS Performance

Measure open rate, click-through rate, revenue per email/SMS, and unsubscribe rates across lifecycle campaigns.

Tools & Stack

ShopifyEmail Service Provider (ESP)Google Analytics / analytics platformSubscription technology platformCustomer Data Platform (CDP)Paid media (Facebook, Google)SMS platformCMS

Your Team

Your Manager

Likely CEO or Chief Revenue Officer

Current Team

Cross-functional: growth, retention, CX, and ecommerce teams (size unknown; you'll likely inherit and expand)

Backfill + expansion; you'll build out growth, retention, and analytics roles

The Package

Salary

$180K-$240K base

Variable

Performance-driven incentives (bonus structure not specified; estimate 15-25% at risk)

Equity

Equity opportunity in fast-growing company (% not specified)

Remote

Remote (despite 'ONSITE' label, partner company operates remotely or hybrid; confirm with recruiter)

Benefits & Perks

Competitive health and wellness benefits
Equity stake in a high-growth CPG brand
Lifestyle perks (mission-driven health brand)
Performance-based bonus structure
Fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with autonomy

Company Intelligence

A disruptor in the rapidly growing vitamins & supplements (VMS) market, backed by Scale Up Search (recruitment partner). DTC is their core growth engine; they're looking to scale aggressively in a competitive space.

Culture

Mission-driven, health-focused, fast-paced, entrepreneurial. Focus on helping people live healthier lives.

Is This Role For You?

For You If
  • You've scaled DTC revenue at a growth-stage CPG or digitally native brand (ideally supplements, health, or beauty)
  • You're comfortable with unit economics obsession—CAC, LTV, repeat rate, AOV are your native language
  • You've built and managed cross-functional DTC teams (growth, retention, CX, product) from scratch or at scale
  • You thrive in fast-paced, high-growth environments and can move fast while staying data-driven
  • You have hands-on Shopify, ESP, and analytics experience plus a proven track record optimizing subscription programs
Won't Work If
  • Your DTC experience is <7 years or limited to B2B, marketplace, or wholesale channels
  • You prefer to delegate over hands-on execution or shy away from analytics and metric tracking
  • You need a fully built-out team or stable processes; this role requires building from the ground up in a fast-moving startup

Interview Process

1

Recruiter screen

Confirm DTC background, key metrics you've moved, and motivation for a VP-level role in supplements.

2

CEO/Founder conversation

Deep dive on DTC strategy, team building approach, and vision for scaling the brand. Expect questions on unit economics and channel strategy.

3

Functional conversation

Likely with head of product, design, or finance to assess collaboration style and execution rigor.

4

Case study / presentation

Present a 90-day DTC growth plan for the brand (based on data you'll receive pre-interview).

Interested in this role?

Apply now and hear back within days, not weeks.

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