
Strategic Sourcing.
Scalable Growth.
Sustainable Innovation.
Helping mission-driven food and consumer brands source value-aligned suppliers and build scalable supply chains to support rapid growth and product innovation.
Leadership Grounded in Real World Experience
Welcome, I’m Jeff Ludwin
I've spent 18 years leading sourcing, merchandising, and supply chain strategy within fast-scaling food and CPG companies, managing everything from highly perishable products that require cold chain expertise to complex global commodity sourcing.
Today, I partner with mission-driven, growing brands that need experienced leadership to scale responsibly. Whether you're launching new product innovation, expanding production capacity, or rebuilding a vendor network, I bring a hands-on, results oriented approach that drives impact quickly.
My work is rooted in time spent on the ground, visiting farmers, ranchers, fishermen, and contract manufacturers to understand their operations firsthand. I know what distinguishes authentic, high-integrity suppliers apart and specialize in connecting brands with supply partners who align with their values and growth trajectory.
Where My Experience Delivers
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Meat & Poultry
Seafood
Food & Beverage CPG
Pet Food
E-Commerce
Omnichannel Retail
Baby Food
Supplements
Flavors
Meal Kits
Foodservice
Office Micro-Kitchens
Salad Bars
Packaging
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Strategic Sourcing
Identify and secure the right supply and co-man partners to meet quality, cost, and capacity needs
Sustainability & Impact Sourcing
Partner with vendors committed to regenerative, ethical, and transparent practices
Requests for Proposal (RFPs)
Run structured sourcing process to evaluate, compare, and select best partners
Supply Agreements
Structure and negotiate contracts that ensure supply continuity, pricing stability, and risk mitigation
Vendor Management
Build true strategic value-aligned supplier relationships that deliver price stability, transparency, and efficiency.
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Category Management
Define product, pricing, and promotion strategies to drive sales velocity and margin
New Product Innovation
Build launch ready roadmaps covering sourcing, co-man selection, and operational readiness
Contract Manufacturing
Identify, evaluate, and onboard co-manufacturers that meet product, volume, and quality requirements
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Cost Optimization
Diagnose cost drivers and implement strategies to reduce COGS without sacrificing quality
Benchmark Pricing
Evaluate supplier quotes against market data to ensure competitive rates
Price Negotiations
Lead data-backed negotiations that drive savings and strengthen supplier partnerships
Supplier Scorecards
Create performance tracking systems to identify gaps, improve service, and support contract compliance
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Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP)
Build cross-functional alignment across supply, demand, and finance
Procurement
Establish systems and processes for efficient purchasing and vendor communication
Inventory Management
Optimize stock levels to improve turns, reduce shrink, and preserve working capital
Logistics and Fulfillment
Manage 3PLs, warehousing, and last-mile delivery for omnichannel distribution
Trusted by Industry Leaders
How We Work Together
We’ll start by aligning on your business goals and developing a clear, actionable plan to build, or reSource, your supply chain.
I’ll provide a detailed Proposal and Scope of Work with defined deliverables for us to review and refine together. Each project is structured flexibly to meet your specific needs and objectives.
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Hourly Rate
Expert support to augment, audit, or advise on existing operations. I provide insights, review documentation, vet partners, and deliver clarity and peace of mind when you need strategic guidance.
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Time-Bound with Deliverables
Tailored solutions for specific objectives, whether that's reSourcing supplier partnerships, launching a new product line with end-to-end supply chain support, or driving cost savings through experienced contract negotiations.
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Monthly Retainer
As a fractional executive, I lead, manage, and execute across all areas of the supply chain: sourcing, procurement, vendor management, manufacturing, logistics, and 3PL partnerships.
Case Studies
See how I’ve helped companies source new supply partners, scale their operations, and solve supply chain complexity.
Let’s Talk
Fill out the form or email me directly and I’ll be in touch within 48 hours.