Quality Specialist, Vendor Compliance

OLIPOP PBC; Burlingame (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

OLIPOP in Burlingame, CA seeks a Supplier Quality Specialist to manage supplier quality, ingredient documentation, and compliance programs. Onsite presence 4 days a week with cross-functional collaboration across Procurement, R&D, and Regulatory teams.

You will review COAs and specs, maintain documentation libraries, and lead supplier quality investigations. The role reports to the Quality Manager and offers a base salary of $80k–$95k plus bonus, with a remote-friendly but onsite setup.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of quality assurance, supplier quality, quality systems, or related experience in food/beverage.
• Supplier quality experience preferred.
• Experience reviewing technical documentation (ingredient specs, COAs, supplier docs).
• Must be proficient in Excel or Google Sheets (Google Workspace preferred).
• Strong organizational skills, clear written communication, and ability to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Maintain supplier approval records, ingredient documentation, and compliance records for supplier qualification and quality programs.
• Collaborate with Procurement, R&D, and Regulatory teams for onboarding, approvals, and changes.
• Evaluate suppliers and ingredients using risk-based assessments; implement controls and monitoring.
• Monitor supplier performance metrics; identify trends and drive corrective actions and improvements.
• Prepare supplier performance scorecards and support reviews; conduct quality investigations when needed.

Skills

Quality assurance

Supplier quality

Excel / Sheets

Documentation review

Communication

Tools

FoodLogiQ

Job description

About Olipop

At OLIPOP, we’re on a mission to positively impact consumer health at scale. And we’re doing it through something simple: soda. But not just any soda, a new kind of soda: one that’s delicious, refreshing, and actually good for you.

This mission is deeply personal for our CEO, Co-Founder, and Formulator, Ben Goodwin. Like many of us, Ben grew up consuming the Standard American Diet: lots of soda and processed foods that prioritized convenience over nutrition. But at 14, he took his health into his own hands. After making significant changes to his nutrition and exercise, he lost 50 pounds and saw a transformation in his energy, mood, and emotional clarity.

Those changes sparked a deep curiosity about the connection between nutrition and health. Ben became a relentless student of the gut microbiome and the ways it supports overall wellness. The more he discovered, the more passionate he became about finding credible, science-backed ways to make consumer health accessible to everyone.

The mission was clear. The vehicle? Less so. After exploring the possibilities, Ben landed on an unexpected yet familiar choice: soda. It was something he loved as a kid, and he knew millions shared that same nostalgia. But this wouldn’t be just any soda. With most Americans falling short on daily fiber, Ben set out to create a version with more fiber and less sugar, one that was perfectly balanced. The result? A deliciously refreshing soda with 6 to 9 grams of fiber and 2 to 5 grams of sugar, delivering science-backed benefits without sacrificing the classic taste people crave.

In 2018, the first OLIPOP cans hit the shelves, bringing Ben’s vision to life with a functional soda that anyone could enjoy. And by reimagining soda, we’re also reshaping culture. That means creating products that support health for all and building a business grounded in humanistic values: empathy, integrity, and a belief in better for everyone. From the ingredients we source to the culture we foster, we’re committed to proving that business (and beverage!) can be a force for good, and that soda has the power to bring people together.

So join us, and let’s write a new American soda story together. One we can all feel good about. One OLIPOP at a time.

Supplier Quality Specialist at OLIPOP is responsible for managing and executing supplier-level food safety, traceability, and quality programs, ensuring compliance with OLIPOP quality standards. This role involves collaboration with cross-functional partners to assist with supplier onboarding, compliance management, and documentation accuracy.

This role is location-based in: Burlingame, California

• This role requires onsite presence 4 days per week

Responsibilities

Supplier Management

• Maintain supplier approval records, ingredient documentation, and compliance records to support supplier qualification, ongoing compliance, and supplier quality programs
• Partner cross-functionally with Procurement, R&D and Regulatory teams to support supplier onboarding, vendor approvals, ingredient changes and supplier quality initiatives
• Evaluate current suppliers and ingredients using riskbased assessments and implement controls, monitoring activities, and preventative measures to ensure ingredient quality, consistency, and compliance
• Monitor supplier performance and compliance metrics, including supplier documentation, service, and supply chain KPIs. Identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Support corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives as needed.
• Prepare and maintain supplier performance scorecards and support supplier performance review activities.
• Conduct supplier quality investigations, including root cause analysis, corrective actions, documentation review, and follow-up activities are completed in compliance with OLIPOP quality standards
• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships through timely communication, issue resolution, and ongoing support of supplier quality programs
• Visit supplier facilities as necessary to review and verify systems and facilities meet OLIPOP quality standards

Ingredient Management

• Review ingredient specifications, Certificate of Analysis (COAs), and supporting documentation to support ingredient releases and ensure compliance with established requirements
• Maintain ingredient related documentation, such as handling matrix, hazard analysis, internal specifications
• Support ingredient shelf-life extension evaluations through documentation review, data analysis and testing
• Maintain a library of ingredient retains to support traceability, quality investigations, and compliance requirements
• Perform regular ingredient testing and evaluation activities to support supplier approvals, shelf-life evaluations, ingredient investigation and other continuous improvement initiatives

Document Control

• Develop, update, and maintain SOPs, job aids, work instructions, forms, and other controlled documentation related to supplier and ingredient quality programs
• Organize and archive documents as necessary
• Review all relevant SOPs for completeness and accuracy with stakeholders on a regular basis

Requirements

• 3 - 5 years of quality assurance, supplier quality, quality systems, food safety and/or related experience within the food and beverage industry
• Supplier quality experience preferred
• Experience in reviewing technical documentation, including ingredient specifications, COAs, supplier documentation and other quality systems records
• High level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets are required, and prior experience with Google Workspace preferred
• Good organizational skills and ability to handle managing multiple priorities and projects in a fast paced environment
• Transparent, open/honest communicator - a great listener who can work independently while keeping other team members informed
• Strong written communication and ability to provide clear status updates and recommendations
• Strong attention to detail and deadline oriented with the ability to organize assignments, set priorities, and carry out plans

Nice-to-Have

• Experience developing and implementing document control processes
• Experience in using supplier compliance software, such as FoodLogiQ

REPORTS TO:

Quality Manager

COMPENSATION:

$80k-$95k base salary + bonus

How We Work

We may be fully remote, but we’re anything but disconnected. OLIPOP has grown from a few passionate people around a table to a nationwide team, and we’ve done it without losing our collaborative spirit or sense of purpose.

Connection here is intentional. From cross-functional projects and IRL offsites to thoughtful Slack threads and spontaneous gifs, we make the effort to stay close, even across time zones. Sure, we move quickly, but we lead with trust, transparency, and a shared commitment to doing work that matters.

We value thoughtful debate. We give feedback with care and receive it with curiosity, knowing that real growth, both personal and collective, comes from listening as much as leading. Because at OLIPOP, it’s not just about getting things done. It’s about growing together, staying true to what matters, and building something with lasting impact.

What We Value

• Mission Connectivity: Everything we do ladders up to our shared goal: supporting human health. Whether launching a new flavor or conducting clinical research, the mission stays front and center.
• Indomitable Spirit: When things get messy, we get inventive. We stay curious, adapt quickly, and find the path forward, most likely with a dedicated Slack thread and a beautifully overbuilt deck.
• Lead at Every Level: Leadership isn’t about titles, it’s about ownership. We speak up, follow through, and lift each other up. If you’ve got ideas and initiative, you’ve got influence.
• Courageous Humility: We’re confident in what we bring and curious about what we don’t know (yet). We give feedback with care, take it with grace, and know that real growth takes both.

What We’re Looking For

Success at OLIPOP doesn’t come from checking boxes; it comes from living our values, staying curious, and finding energy in both the pace and the purpose. We’re building something big, and we’re looking for people who:

• Think big, move fast, and take thoughtful risks
• Thrive in a high-performance, feedback-rich environment
• Value real human connection and honest collaboration

Startup life at OLIPOP is equally fun and fast-paced. If you’re energized by a dynamic environment, eager to grow, and excited to help shape something meaningful from the inside out, OLIPOP is a one-of-a-kind ride.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities or other needs during the application process and employment. To request an accommodation, please contact The People Team at [e-mail].

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. OLIPOP will consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, gender (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Submission of Application Materials

Applicants are required to submit only the materials specifically requested as part of the application process. Please do not include any unsolicited materials, as they will not be reviewed or considered.

Unsolicited Materials May Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Marketing or promotional concepts
• Business ideas or strategies
• Photographs, videos, or other media
• Presentations, designs, or other creative content

By submitting any materials beyond those explicitly requested, you agree that:

• You are voluntarily providing such materials;
• You irrevocably assign all rights, title, and interest in and to those materials to Olipop Inc.; and
• Olipop Inc. may use, reproduce, modify, distribute, or otherwise exploit such materials for any purpose anywhere in the world, without restriction or compensation.