Kinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces · 11 hours ago
Sourcing Manager
Walnut Creek, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$125K/yr - $145K/yr
5+ years expKinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces is a rapidly growing brand known for its flavorful products. The Sourcing and Supply Chain Manager will lead the strategy and operations for sourcing packaging materials, ensuring quality and sustainability while optimizing costs and supplier relationships.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingRestaurants
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy for packaging materials aligned with Kinder’s business objectives
Identify and evaluate new suppliers, building a robust network of partners that can scale with Kinder’s growth
Stay current on market trends, materials innovation, and best practices to inform sourcing decisions
Build and maintain strong supplier relationships with clear communication and mutual accountability
Negotiate contracts and terms with a focus on cost efficiency, quality, reliability, and delivery performance
Conduct regular supplier performance evaluations and manage issue resolution when needed
Oversee end-to-end supply chain activities for packaging—from forecasting and demand planning to inventory and logistics coordination
Collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Product, and Finance to align on material needs and timing
Continuously seek opportunities to streamline processes and reduce supply chain risk
Establish packaging specifications, in conjunction with Packaging Engineering to ensure materials meet Kinder’s standards and relevant food industry regulations
Lead quality control initiatives to verify the consistency and integrity of packaging components
Monitor for regulatory changes and ensure ongoing compliance across all packaging sources
Analyze packaging cost structures and develop strategies to reduce spend without compromising quality
Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations to drive cost savings
Identify and implement process improvements that contribute to overall supply chain efficiency
Support Kinder’s sustainability goals by identifying and sourcing eco-friendly packaging materials
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement recycling and waste reduction initiatives
Track progress on sustainability KPIs and recommend innovations aligned with Kinder’s environmental commitments
Qualification
Required
Proven expertise in packaging sourcing, inventory planning and supply chain operations, especially within the food or consumer goods industry
Strategic thinking combined with hands-on execution to manage both the big picture and the day-to-day
Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and external partners
Commitment to Kinder's values of ownership, agility, collaboration, and doing the right thing, especially when working with supplier partners and internal stakeholders
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field; Master's preferred
5–7+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management, with a focus on packaging
Deep knowledge of packaging materials, manufacturing technologies, and sustainability trends
Strong negotiation skills and experience managing vendor relationships
Familiarity with quality control systems and food industry regulatory requirements
Proficient in supply chain planning tools and ERP systems
Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills
You are results-driven and take ownership of your responsibilities from start to finish
You operate with a high level of integrity, ensuring transparency in supplier and internal relationships
You thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment and are motivated to continuously improve
You bring a collaborative spirit, welcoming input from others to solve complex challenges
You have a sustainability mindset and seek ways to minimize environmental impact through your work
Preferred
Master's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Benefits
Paid time off
401k
Bonus / incentive eligibility
Equity grants
Competitive health benefits
Other family-friendly benefits, including parental leave
Company
Kinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces
Kinder's Premium Quality Seasonings & Sauces produces sauces, seasoning, rub, and marinates.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jim H.
Co-CEO & Chief Brand Officer, Director
Joe Rainero
CEO
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