Nick Demosthenes

About Nick Demosthenes

I’m a sourcing and supply chain leader with 8+ years of experience spanning packaging engineering, quality, and global supplier management. I specialize in managing complex cross-functional projects — from product launches and supplier transitions to packaging automation and cost optimization.I’ve led global sourcing and program execution for $75MM+ product launches, driven $5MM+ in cost savings, and built scalable, diversified manufacturing strategies across the U.S, Asia, and Europe. My experience covers the full product lifecycle: concept to commercialization, risk management, supplier negotiations, and post-launch optimization.I thrive in fast-paced, collaborative environments where I can bring people together to solve hard operational problems. Whether it\'s developing a new manufacturing capability or leading a multi-stakeholder product launch, I bring structure, urgency, and a focus on impact.Core Skills:Strategic Sourcing · Global Supply Management · Cost Negotiation · Supply Chain Optimization · Cross-Functional Leadership · Contract Manufacturing · Supplier Transitions · Product Launches · Packaging Development · Working Capital Optimization · NPI · Project Management · SAP · Excel

Experience

1. Sr Manager, Global Sourcing

   Harry's

   Jan 2025 — Present · New York, NY, US

   Leading as the Supply Chain captain for Harry’s Plus launch, the largest shave innovation in company history with Y1 net revenue of over $75MM; responsible for commercial alignment on Supply vs Demand for new product launch, and ensuring on-time and in-budget product delivery during the product development phasePartnering with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Demand Planning, Bran, and Retail cross-functionally to secure product availability and readiness for flawless execution for Harry’s Plus launchManaging 9+ global suppliers and manufacturers for Harry’s Plus with responsibility for cost negotiation, contractual agreements, manufacturing location selection, capacity evaluation, and supply planningInitiating strategic supply chain project to simplify manufacturing and diversify the supply base for Harry’s injection molded handles; projected to deliver $650M in annual savings and establish manufacturing capability outside of China by Q4 2025

Education

• Clemson University

  Bachelor of Science (BS), Packaging Science

  2012 — 2016

Skills

• Teamwork
• Packaging
• Leadership
• Time Management
• Solidworks
• Artioscad
• 5s
• Team Leadership
• Microsoft Word
• Customer Service
• Powerpoint
• Social Media
• Injection Molding
• Materials