What are the responsibilities and job description for the Farm to Fork Procurement Manager position at The Common Market?
Job Description
The Common Market is excited to announce an opening for a Farm to Fork Procurement Manager to join our mission-driven team. This pivotal role focuses on building and maintaining relationships with local farmers and suppliers to ensure a steady sourcing of high-quality, sustainable products. The Farm to Fork Procurement Manager will play a key role in advancing our goal of connecting local food systems and supporting the agriculture community.
As the Farm to Fork Procurement Manager, you will oversee the procurement processes, maintain accurate inventory management, and work collaboratively with our distribution and sales teams. This position is essential in ensuring that we deliver fresh, local food to community partners, including schools, hospitals, and other organizations.
Responsibilities:
Requirements
The Common Market is excited to announce an opening for a Farm to Fork Procurement Manager to join our mission-driven team. This pivotal role focuses on building and maintaining relationships with local farmers and suppliers to ensure a steady sourcing of high-quality, sustainable products. The Farm to Fork Procurement Manager will play a key role in advancing our goal of connecting local food systems and supporting the agriculture community.
As the Farm to Fork Procurement Manager, you will oversee the procurement processes, maintain accurate inventory management, and work collaboratively with our distribution and sales teams. This position is essential in ensuring that we deliver fresh, local food to community partners, including schools, hospitals, and other organizations.
Responsibilities:
- Establish and nurture strong relationships with local farmers, producers, and suppliers to secure high-quality foods
- Manage the procurement cycle, including forecasting, ordering, and inventory management
- Ensure best practices in maintaining food safety regulations and quality standards across all warehouse processes
- Collaborate closely with the logistics and distribution teams to align procurement with operational capacity and customer demand
- Conduct market research to identify trends and new sourcing opportunities to diversify product offerings
- Participate in strategic planning meetings to align procurement goals with organizational objectives
- Oversight of the SQF food safety program as PCQI
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Agriculture, Supply Chain Management, Business, or a related field.
- 4-6 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or a similar role, preferably within the food industry.
- Strong knowledge of sustainable agriculture practices and local food systems.
- Excellent negotiation and relationship management skills.
- Proficiency in inventory management and procurement software.
- Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders.
- Commitment to the mission of The Common Market and a passion for fostering community engagement in sustainable food systems.
- $70k annually
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (SIMPLE IRA with 100% employer match)
- Life Insurance (100% Employer Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term and Long Term Disability)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
Salary : $70,000
