Sourcing Lead, Supply Chain & Compliance

GrowNYC•Bronx, NY

9d•Hybrid

About The Position

GrowNYC is seeking a Sourcing Lead, Supply Chain & Compliance for a full-time position. This specialized role is responsible for managing vendor compliance for all suppliers, optimizing non-harvest inventory procurement, and ensuring year-round product availability. The position involves maintaining comprehensive compliance systems for over 50 vendors, ensuring they meet GrowNYC's quality, safety, and sustainability standards. The Sourcing Lead will manage the procurement of dry goods, pantry items, and fill-in produce, while also supporting the Harvest-to-Order Lead by maintaining producer compliance documentation. This role requires independent judgment in vendor assessment, supply chain problem-solving, and managing multi-tier supplier relationships, including processing purchase orders and maintaining confidential vendor records.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Agriculture, or related field (relevant experience may substitute)
Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or vendor compliance
Experience with food safety regulations, organic certification, and agricultural compliance standards
Demonstrated ability to manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts
Experience processing purchase orders and managing confidential financial information
Proficiency in ERP systems, spreadsheet applications, and database management - experience with Airtable is a plus
Strong analytical skills with ability to identify supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies
Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple compliance deadlines and documentation requirements
Excellent communication skills for vendor negotiations and cross-functional collaboration
Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Nice To Haves

Professional certification in procurement (CPSM, CPIM) or supply chain management
Experience with food distribution or agricultural supply chains
Knowledge of Northeast regional food systems and seasonal availability
Familiarity with harvest-to-order procurement models and farm production planning
Familiarity with USDA procurement programs and institutional food service
Experience with Netsuite or similar ERP systems
Bilingual English/Spanish communication skills
Understanding of sustainable and values-based procurement practices

Responsibilities

Maintain comprehensive compliance database for ALL vendors including harvest-to-order farms, distributors, and specialty suppliers, ensuring all 50+ vendors meet requirements of GrowNYC's Approved Supplier Program
Manage procurement of all non-harvest inventory including dry goods, pantry items, dairy, proteins, and prepared foods, while sourcing fill-in produce from distributors during gaps in harvest-to-order availability
Ensure all vendors maintain current certifications including GAP, organic, food safety, and insurance documentation, conducting quarterly compliance audits to verify adherence to standards
Create and submit purchase orders for inventory products, managing reorder points and stock levels while coordinating with warehouse team to optimize inventory turnover
Provide backup coverage for Sourcing Lead, Harvest To Order during absences or peak season periods, cross-training on harvest-to-order processes to ensure continuity of operations
Process vendor purchase orders exceeding $10,000 for harvest-to-order commitments, managing documentation and payment schedules, maintain confidential vendor financial information including W-9s and banking details, and track payment status across all suppliers