Sourcing Specialist

ProAct • Monterey, CA

15h

About The Position

PROACT is seeking a driven Sourcing Specialist to join our Procurement team! This individual will play a key role in sourcing high-quality produce, managing supplier relationships, and delivering market insight to support our growing network. PROACT is America’s leading distributor of fresh produce to the fresh food industry, utilizing its network of over 50 distribution companies operating over 70 third-party inspected, independently owned distribution centers across the United States and Canada. PROACT sources perishable product from premier local, national, and regional suppliers and markets a one-call solution to fresh food operators who benefit from PROACT’s category cost management through commodity contract pricing, in-house consultation services, and integrated produce program distribution management.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• 5+ year of produce experience required
• Expert level knowledge in at least 1 Produce Commodity required
• High level of Customer Service required
• Strong team player able to assist other team members when needed required
• High level of proficiency with Windows-based product management software required
• Ability to flex priorities as needed required

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide value to distributors by sourcing high-quality products at competitive prices
• Maintain commodity expertise and provide proactive market intelligence to the organization
• Source and price P.O.s in a timely manner
• Forecast market trends, product quality, availability, and seasonal transitions; communicate updates to internal teams and distribution network
• Ensure order fulfillment by utilizing data and reports to hold supplier partners accountable; resolve shortfalls and quality issues
• Network and collaborate with internal team, distributor procurement and sales teams and suppliers to grow business
• Maintain supplier and distributor relationships and build customer loyalty by aligning sourcing with customer needs
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, sourcing improvements, and program growth while monitoring supplier performance
• Serve in “on-call” rotation to manage after-hours sourcing needs and customer issues

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) employer match

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED