Once Upon a Farm is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager (Remote) @Unknown

Job opening at Once Upon a Farm

Once Upon a Farm is building out a strategic sourcing function, and is looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to help strengthen supply chain resiliency, enable long-term, sustainable growth, and support direct sourcing opportunities across the supply chain.

• Job Title: Strategic Sourcing Manager
• Location: Remote, United States
• Closing Date: Until filled
• Contract: Full-Time, Exempt

The Strategic Sourcing Manager supports the development of sourcing strategies that strengthen supply chain resiliency, enable long-term, sustainable growth, and support direct sourcing opportunities across the supply chain.

This role develops insights, conducts analysis, and builds tools that inform sourcing decisions aligned with our mission to deliver high-quality, nutritious, and safe foods for babies through big kids.

Role Purpose

This role supports initiatives that balance cost, quality, innovation, and direct sourcing considerations while upholding our Public Benefit Corporation commitments, organic standards, sustainability goals, and ethical supply chain practices.

Working cross-functionally with Procurement and Operations, and in close collaboration with Quality, R&D, Sustainability, and Marketing, this role ensures sourcing strategies protect product integrity, meet ingredient and regulatory standards, and support efficient, scalable operations.

Who You Are

• You have prior experience with strategic sourcing initiatives and like creating new systems and processes while also favoring an ability to remain nimble.
• You have experience in change management and can adapt and thrive in high-growth environments.
• You are an independent self-starter, take initiative, but also ask for help when needed.

• Skilled at navigating diverse stakeholder interests with a thoughtful and collaborative approach.
• Goal-oriented, curious, and passionate about leveraging business as a force for good.
• Must reside in the United States; visa sponsorship is not available.

The Task At Hand

Sourcing Analysis & Strategy Enablement

• Conduct global category analyses for key ingredients.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret supplier, market, and financial data to support sourcing strategies, business cases, and long-term supply planning.
• Maintain awareness of industry trends, certifications, and regulatory developments affecting organic and sustainable supply chains.

Supplier Performance, Sustainability & Qualification

• Develop, maintain, and analyze cross-functional supplier scorecards that incorporate quality, cost, risk, and sustainability KPIs.
• Partner with Sustainability, Procurement, and Quality to monitor supplier performance, identify risks, and track corrective actions.

• Support supplier identification, qualification, and onboarding, including assessment of capabilities for direct sourcing models.
• Drive supply scalability aligned with brand standards for transparency, organic integrity, heavy metals mitigation, nutrition, and sustainability.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Collaborate with Procurement and Operations for onboarding new suppliers of strategic categories.
• Partner with Innovation and R&D by providing supplier and ingredient insights for new product development.
• Support sustainability initiatives by tracking supplier data related to organic sourcing, worker wellbeing, and climate resilience.

Sourcing Execution & Commercial Support

• Support sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs) through data analysis, bid comparisons, and TCO modeling.
• Prepare financial models, benchmarks, and scenario analyses to support negotiations and decision-making.
• Assist in evaluating cost, risk, and value trade-offs across sourcing options.

Reporting, Tools & Process Development

• Build and maintain analytical tools, dashboards, templates, and documentation to support sourcing decisions and supplier performance tracking.
• Present sourcing strategies, business cases, and risk assessments to senior stakeholders.
• Document sourcing processes and learnings to enable scalability and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Skills

• BS in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Sustainability, Operations, Food Science, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain analytics, or related fields (preferably in CPG, food, beverage, agriculture, or ingredient industries).

• Experience working cross-functionally to drive priorities and balance stakeholder interests.
• Expertise in managing organic, sustainable, or ethically sourced supply chains.
• Change management, process creation, and implementation experience.

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel, data analysis tools, and BI tools a plus.
• Experience building financial models, cost analyses, and TCO frameworks.
• Ability to translate data into insights and executive-ready materials.

• Thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment with a mission-driven mindset.
• Willingness to travel approximately 15-20% for supplier visits and conferences.

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary Range: $120,000 – $140,000
• Remote-first work environment
• Annual Bonus
• 401(k) with 4% company match after three months

• New Hire Remote Life Stipend & Nourish and Nurture Allowance
• Monthly Cell and Internet Stipend
• Quarterly Farm-to-Fridge home deliveries & Employee Discounts
• Paid Parental Leave & Baby Support Programs

• Unlimited Paid Time Off & Paid Volunteer Time
• Medical, Vision, Dental Insurance (coverage at 100% for employee; options for dependents)
• Life Insurance & Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Additional benefits as per law and location specifics

About Once Upon a Farm

Once Upon a Farm is dedicated to driving systemic improvement in childhood nutrition for a healthier, happier, and more equitable world.

Our mission is to provide organic, crave-worthy snacks and meals made from the highest-quality ingredients, supporting families and farmers alike.

We foster an inclusive, collaborative, and purpose-driven culture committed to social change and food justice.

Application

Please apply at Apply Here. We are an equal-opportunity employer and welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds.

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