Purchasing & Logistics Specialist

Wisoman Foods; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health

Dental

Vision

Paid Holidays

PTO (Vacation and Sick)

Job summary

Wisoman Foods in the San Francisco Bay Area is seeking a part-time Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support procurement, supplier management, and sourcing initiatives in the specialty food sector. This role offers hands-on experience across supplier onboarding, contract negotiation, spend analysis, and inventory coordination within a small, mission-driven food company.

You will work 25–30 hours per week, collaborate with production, operations, and R&D, and help ensure regulatory

Qualifications

• 3+ years in purchasing, procurement, or strategic sourcing in the food industry.
• Knowledge of supplier management, contract negotiation, and procurement best practices.
• Understanding of food safety regulations and compliance requirements.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and onboard suppliers for ingredients, packaging, and materials.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery, and compliance with food safety standards.
• Issue purchase orders and manage end-to-end procurement lifecycle.
• Collaborate with production, operations, and R&D to align sourcing with needs.
• Analyze spend data to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain inventory oversight and coordinate with logistics for on-time delivery.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and proper documentation.
• Support risk management and contingency planning for critical supplies.
• Track procurement metrics and report to management.

Skills

Procurement

Sourcing

Supplier Management

Contract Negotiation

ERP Systems

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Independent Work

Tools

ERP Software

Inventory Management

Job description

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 part-time Purchasing & Strategic Sourcing Specialist 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:

• Identify, evaluate, and onboard suppliers for ingredients, packaging, and other materials.
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and service agreements with suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance, quality, delivery, and compliance with food safety standards.
• Issue purchase orders and manage the full procurement lifecycle.
• Collaborate with production, operations, and R&D to align sourcing with product and production needs.
• Analyze spend data and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Maintain inventory oversight and coordinate with logistics for timely delivery.
• Ensure suppliers meet regulatory requirements and maintain proper documentation.
• Assist in risk management and develop contingency plans for critical supplies.
• Track key metrics and generate procurement reports for management.

Qualifications:

• 3+ 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:

• Part-time (25-30 hours/week)

Compensation:

• Competitive hourly rate 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)