About this role
Location: San Francisco Bay Area ( on-site )
About Us:
We are a small, growing food manufacturing company specializing in high-quality, organic, and specialty flatbreads . Our mission is to bring fresh, healthy, and sustainable products to our customers while maintaining strong supplier relationships and efficient operations.
Position Overview:
We are seeking a full-time Supply Chain Coordinator to support procurement, supplier management, and strategic sourcing initiatives. This role is ideal for a self-motivated professional with experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management within the food industry.
Key Responsibilities:
Purchasing:
- Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers for raw materials, ingredients, packaging, and MRO (maintenance, repair, operations) supplies
- Issue and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy in pricing, quantities, and delivery timelines
- Monitor supplier performance for quality, cost, and on-time delivery; resolve discrepancies or non-conformances
- Maintain and update approved vendor lists and negotiate annual contracts/pricing agreements
- Track market trends and commodity pricing to anticipate cost fluctuations and support budget planning
- Ensure all purchased materials meet food safety, quality, and regulatory requirements (e.g., HACCP, FSMA, allergen controls)
Logistics:
- Coordinate inbound shipments of raw materials and outbound distribution of finished products
- Schedule and manage relationships with carriers, freight brokers, and third-party logistics providers
- Optimize shipping routes and methods to control freight costs and meet delivery deadlines
- Maintain accurate shipping/receiving documentation (BOLs, customs paperwork, certificates of analysis, etc.)
- Coordinate with warehouse staff to ensure proper storage, rotation (FIFO/FEFO), and handling of perishable goods
Inventory & Planning:
- Monitor inventory levels and reorder points to prevent stockouts or overstock situations
- Actively manage warehouse inventory with the understanding that stock represents tied-up capital; minimize excess and obsolete inventory to optimize cash flow
- Implement and maintain just-in-time (JIT) inventory planning practices, coordinating closely with production schedules to ensure materials arrive as needed rather than sitting in storage
- Collaborate with production planning to align purchasing schedules with manufacturing needs
- Conduct periodic cycle counts and support annual physical inventory
- Identify and report slow-moving, expiring, or obsolete inventory
- Analyze inventory turnover and carrying costs to inform purchasing decisions and reduce working capital tied up in stock
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with Production, Quality Assurance, and Finance teams to align supply chain activities with business goals
- Support new product launches by coordinating timely procurement of new ingredients/packaging
- Assist in supplier audits and traceability/recall exercises as needed
Qualifications:
- 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or strategic sourcing, preferably in the food industry.
- Knowledge of supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement best practices.
- Understanding of food safety regulations, certifications, and compliance requirements.
- Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience with ERP systems and inventory management is preferred .
Work Schedule:
- Full-time (40 hours/week)
Compensation:
- $24-$28 per hour based on experience.
Why Join Us:
- Opportunity to contribute to a growing, mission-driven food company.
- Work closely with a collaborative, passionate team.
- Gain hands-on experience in all aspects of procurement and sourcing in the specialty food sector.
- Benefits: Health, Dental, Vision
- Paid Holidays
- PTO (Vacation and Sick)