David Kenji Shah
Group Manager, Global Supply Chain at Lyft
- Role
- Advisor at Drizzi
- Location
- Jersey City, NJ, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About David Kenji Shah
David is a dynamic entrepreneur and strategic leader with over a decade of experience driving global supply chain transformation, procurement strategy, and startup growth. His career spans roles at some of the world’s most innovative companies - including Apple, JUUL, Unilever, and Lyft, where he has managed multi-hundred-million-dollar hardware portfolios, executed sourcing strategies across global manufacturing networks, and delivered over $150M in cost savings through negotiation and operational excellence. At Lyft, David leads a Global Supply Management team within Lyft Urban Solutions, overseeing supplier qualifications, product ramps, and strategic partnerships that power the company’s micromobility business.Beyond the corporate arena, he is the founder of DS Collective, an advisory firm specializing in end-to-end supply chain management, capital raising, and go-to-market strategy for food and beverage brands. He has advised and invested in multiple startups including Sangri (canned sangria) and Drizzi (a better-for-you sauce brand) guiding them from concept to launch with a focus on scalability and brand positioning. Previously, he co-founded Sahana Wellness, a hemp-infused tea company, and Chacara Foods, a Hult Prize top-30 finalist venture.David’s expertise lies at the intersection of strategy and execution. He has built over 100 investor and fundraising decks, helping entrepreneurs secure capital and communicate their vision with clarity and impact. Recognized as a Rutgers Business School 30 Under 30 Industry Pioneer in Operations & Supply Chain Management, David thrives on uniting people, ideas, and resources to create long-term value. His strengths include negotiations, procurement strategy, manufacturing, geo-political risk assessments, startup consulting, and storytelling, anchored by a passion for building relationships and driving meaningful change.
Experience
Advisor
Feb 2024 — Present · US
Education
Rutgers Business School
Bachelor's degree, Supply Chain Management & Entrepreneurship
2012 — 2016
John P. Stevens High School
High School Diploma
2008 — 2012
Skills
- Event Planning
- Student Leadership Training
- Parliamentary Procedure
- Athletic Training
- Marketing
- Youth Organizations
- Networking
- Teamwork
- First Aid
- Staff Development
- Latin
- Lifeguarding
- Ariba
- Food Quality
- Management Consulting
- Culinary Skills
- Microsoft Office
- Analytical Skills
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Fundraising
- Community Service
- Nonprofit Organizations
- Social Networking
- Social Media
- Social Entrepreneurship
- Cpr Certified
- Swim Instruction
- Sustainable Procurement
- Swimming
- Sports Coaching
- Research
- Community Outreach
- Management
- Time Management
- Entrepreneurship
- Powerpoint
- Microsoft Excel
- Sap Erp
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