Sourcing Manager

Job Title:              Sourcing Manager

Department:         Supply Chain

Reporting To:       Director, Procurement

Welcome to Daiya Foods, where we are the creators of a revolutionary cheese alternative that tastes, shreds, melts and stretches like traditional cheese. Today, as plant-based food grows in popularity, that spirit of innovation continues to inspire our team. Our diverse portfolio of great tasting foods invites everyone to the table. 

Our dedication to minimizing environmental impact extends across our operations. We operate in a manufacturing facility and office that is LEED certified, embodying our commitment to sustainability through the leadership in energy and environmental design principles.

Join our team of food-loving Daiyans, where our shared passion, vision, and ability to bring smiles to each other's faces fuel our journey of plant-based exploration.

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The Sourcing Manager drives strategic sourcing to enhance operations and supply chain capabilities by identifying, evaluating and implementing new suppliers. This role will be responsible for negotiating agreements for key commodities, managing supplier qualifications and supporting purchasing activities for indirect materials. The Sourcing Manager will collaborate with cross-functional teams in Operations, FSQA, Marketing and Research & Development (R&D). 

What You Will Do

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with key suppliers, including evaluate and recommend vendors based on cost, quality, and capabilities, and ensure alignment with business needs.
• Develop and execute strategic sourcing initiatives in collaboration with R&D, FSQA, Marketing and Operations, to identify and source new ingredients and packaging.
• Monitor market trends and commodities to identify the best sourcing options and alternative suppliers, supporting cost improvement projects and leveraging buying power.
• Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for vendor and material approval processes and maintain detailed sourcing records by vendor.
• Collaborate with the R&D and Marketing team to provide procurement expertise and support new product launches and innovation and renovation projects.
• Manage project transitions from product development to commercialization for all Procurement functions.
• Oversee procurement activities for indirect materials, including issuing purchase orders and managing purchase requests for the Plant and Co-Packers.
• Assist in sourcing for Co-packers to partner for launching our new products.
• Attend trade shows as needed to keep up with market trends, establishing new connections with new vendors to increase capabilities Daiya’s vendors portfolio.

Your Background

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management or related fields and five (5) years of related experience in Sourcing or Procurement or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.

What You Bring

• Effective leadership skills with the ability to manage multiple team projects and deliverables.
• Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize competing demands and meet tight deadlines.
• Highly skilled in analyzing situations and solving complex problems efficiently.
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills, able to convey ideas across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to persuade, influence, and negotiate effectively at all organizational levels.
• High attention to detail, ensuring accuracy and quality in all tasks.

 Daiya’s Core Competencies

• Emotional Intelligence – You possess the ability to manage emotions, as well as seek to understand the emotions of others around you.
• Growth Mindset – You find opportunities and possibilities when challenged, embrace continuous learning, and constantly strive to grow and improve.
• Effective Communication – You effectively listen, assess, and adjust your communication to align your intention and impact.
• Collaboration – You work with and through others to create great results for Daiya.
• Driving Results – You take the initiative to find solutions, deliver results, maintain focus, and drive accountability.
• Service Excellence – You understand and serve the needs of others (Daiyans, consumers, and our communities)

Compensation, Benefits & Perks

Daiya’s compensation offerings are based on a pay-for-performance philosophy. The pay range for this position is from $85,000 – 100,000 annually; the base pay offered is based on market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and internal equity. Permanent team members may be eligible for our competitive annual bonus program, subject to program eligibility requirements.  

At Daiya, investing in our people is a top priority. We believe in building a flexible, hybrid model to make work-life harmony a reality. We strive to build diverse and high performing teams and empower continuous learning to grow and improve ourselves.

• Competitive compensation
• Extended health benefits
• 3 weeks’ vacation
• Flex days
• Retirement savings matching program
• Flexible spending account
• Fun and creative environment
• On-site fitness studio
• On-site practitioners
• Inspiring and innovative work
• Smart and passionate teams
• Making people and the planet a healthier place

At Daiya Foods, we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable work environment, one in which employees can bring their whole selves to work everyday.  We welcome and celebrate differences because we believe a multitude of perspectives fosters innovation and will help us achieve our vision.

Daiya Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE) and prohibits discrimination of any kind.  We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, religion, marital or family status, age and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.  We endeavor to recruit, develop, and retain the best talent from a diverse candidate pool and truly believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion among our team members is vital to our success as a company.  We trust that in applying for a role with us you value this as well!

Daiya Foods humbly acknowledges that the land on which we work, live, and play is the unceded traditional territory of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Tsleil-Waututh, Squamish, and Musqueam Nations. This connection to the land is not only a source of inspiration but also a guiding force in our journey towards greater environmental stewardship and community engagement.