Sample Coordinator (Temp to Perm)

Whats it like to work at Kinders Well theres a lot of snacking and geeking out over what we all cooked over the weekend. Beyond that theres also plenty of hard work. Because we dont just like flavor were obsessed with it.

With over 100 products sold nationwide were now a top-five brand in multiple flavor categories at Costco Walmart Whole Foods and more. Were not your typical CPG company. Privately held and founder-led we like to think of ourselves as a pirate ship in a sea of cruise ships. Our crew is adventurous and fearless. We chart our own course and chase big ideas to make food unforgettable.

As we expand globally and approach $1 billion in revenue we need more smart-and-scrappy flavor-obsessed people to come aboard. If youre looking for a place where you can see the real impact of your work... this is it!Every day youll be part of a journey to add flavor to millions of meals and lives.

This role serves as thecentral pointof coordination for ingredient sample requests and trial support activities working closely with suppliers sourcing managerslogistics partners and internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate is highly organized detail-oriented proactive and thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift quickly.If you enjoy coordinating multiple projects building strong cross-functional relationships and helping teams bring new products to lifewedlove to hear from you.

• Monitor and manage the daily ingredient sample request process ensuring requests are reviewed and actionedin a timely manner.
• Partner with Sourcing Managers toidentifyapproved and preferred suppliers for requested ingredients.
• Coordinate ingredient sample requests directly with suppliers andmaintainongoing communicationregardingstatus and delivery timelines.
• Track inbound sample shipments and proactively resolve delivery issues as they arise.
• Ensure samples are delivered to theappropriate internalstakeholders andmaintainaccuratedocumentation of completed requests.
• Request and collect supporting ingredient documentation specifications certifications and other required compliance materials.

• Serve as a key liaison between Product Development R&D Procurement and suppliers tofacilitateingredient sourcing activities.
• Maintain visibility into open requests and communicate status updates to stakeholders.
• Support product innovation and commercialization efforts by ensuringtimelyavailability of ingredients and materials.

• Coordinate ingredient procurement andlogisticsfor co-manufacturer production trials.
• Partner with Sourcing Managers to identifyappropriate suppliersand secure required materials.
• Verify trial quantity requirements and coordinate procurement activities as needed.
• Generate orfacilitatepurchase orders to support trial material acquisition.
• Coordinate shipments usingappropriate carriersandlogisticspartners to meet trial deadlines.
• Track deliveries and confirm receipt of materials at manufacturing and testing locations.
• Obtain and distribute ingredient documentationto support trial execution.

• Maintainaccuraterecords trackers and documentation related to sample requests and trial support activities.
• Identifyopportunities to improve processes visibility and communication across the sample coordination workflow.
• Provide ad hoc support for sourcing procurement product development and commercialization initiatives as needed.

• 2 years of experience in supply chain procurement product development support customer servicelogisticscoordination or a related operational role.
• Strong organizational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow-through.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite particularly Excel.
• Experience working with suppliers purchase orders shipping carriers or inventory systems is preferred.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced entrepreneurial environment with changing priorities.
• Experience in food beverage consumer packaged goods (CPG) manufacturing or related industries is a plus.

• Sample requests are fulfilled accurately and on time.
• Product Development and R&D teams receive ingredients and documentation when needed to supportinnovationtimelines.
• Co-manufacturer trials are supported with the right materials delivered to the right location at the right time.
• Suppliers sourcing teams and internal stakeholders experience clear communication and seamless coordination.
• Tracking systems and documentation remainaccurate organized andaudit-ready.

This role will be located in our Walnut Creek California expected pay rate for this role is $40 per hour.

• No two days here are the same.
• We try to be good team members and good communicators but we dont live by hierarchy and structure everyone is a difference maker here.
• We make a lot of decisions in the face of incomplete information our team embraces ambiguity and tries to make good decisions fast rather than great decisions slow.
• We believe our job is to take smart risk not to eliminate risk.
• We believe in growing our skills and becoming a better company with more managerial expertise but we are an entrepreneurial company at heart.
• We arent trying to be average we want to do exceptional things and we are willing to work hard to achieve them.

We offer a range of total rewards that may include paid time off 401k bonus / incentive eligibility equity grants competitive health benefits and other family-friendly benefits including parental leave. Kinders benefits vary based on eligibility and can be reviewed in more detail during the interview process.

We believe great culture starts with people. Were a people-first company built on connection collaboration and balance. Most of our work happens in the office to spark creativity and community but we also offer flexibility so team members have the autonomy to work outside the office when needed to support their work-life balance and personal commitments.

Kinders is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color ancestry national origin gender citizenship marital status religion age disability gender identity results of genetic testing veteran status as well as any other legally-protected characteristic. If you have a disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act or similar law and you need any accommodation during the application process or to perform these job requirements please reach out to us at