Food Distribution Operations Manager
Food Distribution Operations Manager
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Job Description
Job Title: Food Distribution Operations Manager
Location: Houston TX (Onsite at our Warehouse)
Schedule: FullTime MondayFriday 10:00 AM 7:00 PM
Organization: The Common Market Texas
About The Common Market
The Common Market is a nonprofit regional food distributor with a mission to connect communities with healthy fresh food from sustainable local farms. We work to strengthen regional food systems by building reliable supply chains between farmers and the institutions that serve our communities.
Position Overview
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Food Distribution Operations Manager to lead our sourcing inventory and quality assurance efforts. This key leadership position will oversee the procurement of fresh locally grown food products while ensuring the highest standards of food safety and regulatory compliance.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in procurement strategy supplier relations and inventory management alongside SQF and PCQI food safety certification and experience. Youll play a critical role in building an efficient farmercentered supply chain that delivers nutritious food to schools hospitals and community partners.
Requirements
Key Responsibilities
Procurement & Supply Chain Operations:
- Lead procurement of local food products aligning sourcing with seasonal availability partner needs and organizational values.
- Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with local farmers and food producers to ensure supply consistency and transparency.
- Analyze purchasing patterns and market trends to make strategic costeffective sourcing decisions.
- Manage endtoend supply chain processes including receiving inventory control and order fulfillment.
- Work closely with the logistics team to ensure timely efficient and accurate distribution of products.
- Monitor inventory levels and turnover rates to reduce waste and ensure availability of highdemand products.
- Collaborate with the community partnerships team to understand client needs and align procurement accordingly.
Food Safety & Quality Assurance:
- Serve as the SQF Practitioner and PCQI for the site maintaining compliance with all food safety standards and regulations.
- Oversee implementation and continuous improvement of the food safety plan including SOPs GMPs and traceability systems.
- Conduct audits lead corrective actions and maintain documentation required for SQF certification and regulatory inspections.
- Provide ongoing training and support to staff in food safety and hygiene protocols.
What You Bring:
- 3 years of experience in procurement food operations or supply chain management ideally in fresh food or produce.
- Strong understanding of regional food systems seasonal sourcing and relationshipbased procurement.
- SQF Practitioner and PCQI certifications (required).
- Proven success in vendor management inventory systems and logistics coordination.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Analytical mindset with attention to process improvement and operational efficiency.
- Commitment to food justice sustainability and local agriculture.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
What We Offer:
- A meaningful leadership role in reshaping our regional food economy.
- A supportive and missiondriven team environment.
- Competitive salary based on experience.
- Full benefits package including health coverage paid time off and professional development.
Benefits
- $70k annually
- Health Care Plan (Medical Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (SIMPLE IRA with 100 employer match)
- Life Insurance 100 Employer Paid Life AD&D Short Term and Long Term Disability)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation Sick & Public Holidays)
- Training & Development
Required Experience:
Manager
Employment Type
Full-Time
