Company description

GrowNYC is a 54-year-old environmental nonprofit organization helping more than 3 million New Yorkers by providing essential services and taking action to make NYC a livable city, one where every person can enjoy a healthier, more sustainable life. GrowNYC Programs include: 

Our network of Greenmarkets, Farmstands, and the work of GrowNYC Wholesale ensure that all New Yorkers have access to the freshest, healthiest local food. 
We build and support community and school gardens through volunteer days, technical assistance, training, grants and more. 
We provide 70,000 children each year with programs that provide meaningful interactions with the natural environment. 

Job description

Position Summary

The Sourcing Lead, Supply Chain & Compliance is a specialized role responsible for managing vendor compliance for all suppliers (including harvest-to-order producers), optimizing non-harvest inventory procurement, and ensuring year-round product availability. This position maintains comprehensive compliance systems for 50+ vendors (and growing) including farms, distributors, and specialty suppliers, ensuring all meet GrowNYC's quality, safety, and sustainability standards. The Sourcing Lead manages procurement of dry goods, pantry items, and fill-in produce, while complimenting the Harvest-to-Order Lead by maintaining all producer compliance documentation. This role requires independent judgment in vendor assessment, supply chain problem-solving, and managing multi-tier supplier relationships while processing purchase orders and maintaining confidential vendor records.
Requirements
Sourcing Lead, Supply Chain & Compliance (Include but are not limited to):

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, maintain confidential vendor financial information including W-9s and banking details, and track payment status across all suppliers
Qualifications

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
Ideal Qualifications

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
Schedule

Standard schedule is Monday-Friday, with seasonal variations based on harvest schedules. Position may require 6am starts during peak harvest periods. This position is full-time and year-round with an expected weekly workload of 35-40 hours per week with a 1 hour unpaid meal break each work day.

Compensation

This is an exempt, salaried position that pays $65,000-$72,000 annually and includes full benefits (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long-term disability, incentive savings plan, paid time off, Public Service Loan Forgiveness, FSA programs, and potential for parental leave for full-time regular employees who have been employed with GrowNYC for 175 days). This position is not union eligible/ not a part of the bargaining unit.

Location

Hybrid role including 3 days at GrowNYC's Bronx Food Hub and 2 days field/remote for farm visits and production planning. Regular travel to farms throughout the Northeast region required.

Compensation

this position is: salaried, varies DOE, $65,000.00 - $72,000.00

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Deadline

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