JOBS

Loaves and Fishes is hiring for a Procurement Manager. The Procurement Manager will lead their efforts focused on sourcing low-cost and no-cost healthy food and operational supplies. The Procurement Manager will play a pivotal role in developing and executing strategies to optimize food procurement processes, drive cost savings, and secure donations essential for their mission of combating hunger and food insecurity in the community. Compensation commensurate with education and experience, starting at $70,000 A generous benefit package is offered, including the opportunity for one remote day per week. Schedule – Monday through Friday 8:00am – 4:00pm.
Responsibilities:

• Lead identification, evaluation, onboarding, and relationship management of food vendors, wholesalers, warehouses, and community partners offering low-cost or donated food. Serve as the primary contact for donation inquiries via email and phone.
• Negotiate favorable terms (discounts, bulk pricing, donations) and leverage government programs, grants, and community resources to maximize procurement efficiency and purchasing power.
• Develop and implement strategies to source healthy, culturally diverse, and locally grown or surplus food donations from businesses, restaurants, and manufacturers, supporting both cost savings and sustainability.
• Develop and manage procurement budgets, forecast spending, and track expenses by vendor and category to identify opportunities for cost reduction and resource optimization.
• Collaborate with NIFB, food pantries, food banks, and government agencies to ensure consistent supply, coordinate food rescue and pick-up activities, and strengthen collective impact.
• Oversee inventory and allocations within the Food Distribution Hub, maintaining optimal working capital levels (days on hand).
• Provide exemplary customer service to attract, retain, and grow vendor and donor relationships.