Sourcing Specialist

About the Company

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is a Canadian, family-run business with operations around the world. The company is B Corp certified and follows a Triple Bottom Line approach, focusing on people, planet, and profit. It makes better-for-you snacks including MadeGood and GOOD TO GO, and is guided by values such as teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

The business is working toward an ambitious goal of doubling in size by 2027, and this role is part of that growth journey. The company emphasizes doing work thoroughly and in line with its values, even when the path is challenging.

Role Overview

The Sourcing Specialist supports supplier relationships, sourcing activity, and compliance work so that contracts, documentation, and projects stay accurate and on track. The role combines coordination, supplier compliance, and process improvement while working closely with internal teams and external vendors.

Key Responsibilities

Sourcing and Compliance

• Assist with Sedex-related integration and ongoing supplier compliance efforts.
• Organize supplier records, documents, and ethical sourcing information to keep data complete and accurate.
• Monitor compliance issues, open risks, and overdue corrective actions, and follow up as needed.
• Support sourcing practices that align with company standards and supplier expectations.

Contract Coordination

• Track supplier contracts to help ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely renewals.
• Maintain well-structured contract files and keep information aligned across SAP, MDG, and related systems.
• Spot inconsistencies, gaps, or risks and escalate them when necessary.

Supplier Sourcing Support

• Support supplier sourcing and onboarding for assigned categories or projects.
• Coordinate supplier information, setup steps, and required documentation to help onboarding move smoothly.
• Work with cross-functional partners to support supplier readiness and sourcing work.

Project Coordination

• Coordinate sourcing and compliance projects, including timelines, tasks, and follow-ups.
• Keep stakeholders informed through clear communication and status updates.
• Track milestones to help ensure successful delivery of sourcing and compliance initiatives.
• Support completion of initiatives within defined timelines and business needs.

Continuous Improvement

• Look for ways to make sourcing, contract administration, and compliance processes more effective.
• Help implement simpler and more efficient ways of working.
• Take part in improvement efforts across sourcing, supplier compliance, and related cross-functional processes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with sourcing, procurement, R&D, quality, operations, and other stakeholders on supplier and compliance activities.

Skills and Abilities

• Strong accuracy and attention to detail.
• Excellent organization and planning skills.
• Ability to coordinate multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Clear communication and relationship-building skills.
• Comfort working with ERP and supplier management tools such as SAP and Sedex.
• Analytical thinking and practical problem-solving ability.
• Ability to tailor communication to different audiences and communicate professionally in writing and verbally.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.
• Initiative, accountability, flexibility, and a team-focused mindset.
• Good business judgment and a positive attitude.

Education and Experience

A post-secondary background in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related area is required.

The role calls for 2 to 3 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, compliance, contract coordination, or project management. Experience in consumer packaged goods or food manufacturing is considered an advantage. Familiarity with SAP, Sedex, or similar systems is preferred. Certifications such as PMP, CSCL, or related credentials are also considered an asset. Interest in the agriculture or food industry is a plus.

Compensation

The salary range for this position is CAD 60,000 to CAD 70,000 per year. Final compensation will depend on experience, skills, education, training, and organizational needs, while also considering internal equity.

What the Company Expects

• Work in a values-led environment that prioritizes respect, teamwork, resourcefulness, and a sense of fun.
• Contribute to a growing company where processes may still be evolving and where you may help build them as you go.
• Be comfortable with open access to colleagues across the organization, from founders to production staff.
• Take ownership of your growth and make use of the training and support provided.
• Show gratitude, initiative, and a willingness to act as a brand ambassador in every interaction.

What the Company Offers

• A benefits program with costs covered by Riverside.
• RRSP matching or 401(k) matching.
• Eligibility to join the Profit Sharing Plan.
• Access to employee-led resource groups focused on mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights.
• Career development through Riverside University and tuition reimbursement support.
• An open-concept workplace that reflects the company’s values.

How to Apply

Applicants should send their resume by email with the job title in the subject line, or use the application button provided in the posting.

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to an inclusive and accessible hiring process. Candidates who need accommodation during interviews are encouraged to request it during the application process. The company also notes that, due to application volume, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

The recruitment process may include technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to help review applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions; screening, interviewing, and selection are completed by the talent acquisition and hiring teams.

Additional Information

This is a new vacancy.