CEO/Partner, Seasoning & Sauce Manufacturer en Mainshares

Partner & CEO Opportunity: Seasoning & Sauce Manufacturer

Are you an ambitious leader with a proven track record in food manufacturing or CPG, ready to step into a significant ownership role and drive the future of a thriving business? Have you envisioned owning your own manufacturing company but desire a strong foundation and strategic support?

Mainshares Capital is seeking a Partner & Chief Executive Officer to lead a well-established food seasoning manufacturer and co-packer with national distribution relationships. Founded over a decade ago by a restaurant industry veteran, this company is uniquely positioned for its next phase of growth. This is a unique opportunity to partner in the ownership and operation of a business with a solid market presence, a strong supply chain, and a clear path for expansion.

As a Partner & CEO, you'll benefit from a competitive compensation structure that includes substantial equity in the company, allowing you to build significant wealth as the business grows, alongside attractive bonus opportunities.

What You Can Expect

• Strategic Partnership & Support: While you'll be the ultimate decision-maker, you'll gain access to Mainshares Capital's robust platform of services, advisors, and vendors. This includes mentorship and guidance from seasoned owners and operators in the food manufacturing and CPG sectors, providing valuable insights as you manage a high-impact business.

• Uncapped Growth Potential: This opportunity offers the chance to directly impact the trajectory of a successful operation, driving significant growth by leveraging existing national distribution and expanding into the retail market. The company is on track to gain food safety licensing in Q1 2026, which will unlock new opportunities for retail expansion. You'll have the autonomy to implement strategies that unlock new revenue streams, with the financial rewards of ownership directly tied to your success.

• Meaningful Ownership & Impact: You'll be at the helm of a respected small business, making critical operational and strategic decisions. Your leadership will directly shape the company's future, its impact on clients and consumers, and the well-being of its employees, embodying our mission to foster robust small businesses.

About the Opportunity

This company is a trusted manufacturer and co-packer of food seasonings with established national distribution relationships. The current owner is stepping back from manufacturing to return to the restaurant industry. With a dedicated president already managing day-to-day operations, the business offers a strong foundation for an experienced leader to take the helm. The business is well-positioned for significant expansion with its upcoming food safety licensing, allowing for a strategic move into the retail space.

Who We Are Looking For

We're searching for a highly driven, experienced leader who is well-versed in supply chain management and understands the strategic direction of a manufacturing company. The ideal operator will also have a strong familiarity with grocery and retail sales and production belt processes. This role requires a hands-on approach to strategic planning, operational oversight, and business development.

Essential Qualifications

• Manufacturing Leadership: 10+ years of comprehensive experience in food manufacturing, CPG, or a closely related production environment.

• Supply Chain Expertise: Deep understanding and direct experience with supply chain management, from procurement and inventory to logistics and distribution.

• Retail & Grocery Sales: Proven familiarity and experience with grocery and retail sales channels, including an understanding of how to expand a product's presence in those markets.

• Operational Excellence: Deep understanding of and hands-on experience with manufacturing processes, including production belt operations, quality control, and safety protocols.

• Strategic Vision: A demonstrated ability to set the strategic direction of a manufacturing company, identifying opportunities for growth and expansion.

• Financial & Business Management: Significant experience in small business management, including budgeting, financial analysis, P&L responsibility, and strategic planning to maximize profitability.

Ready to take the next step in your career and become a partner and CEO of a thriving seasoning and sauce manufacturing business? We invite you to explore this exciting opportunity.

Location Disclaimer - This is an opportunity to grow a Mainshares acquisition business. The exact location of the acquisition target will be disclosed in the interview process. Relocation may be required for this role.