Food Sourcing and Acquisition Specialist - Florence

Job overview

The Food Sourcing and Acquisition Specialist - Florence is an onsite role based in Columbia, SC. Compensation is $45,000-$47,000 per year, and this position supports the food bank's mission to end hunger by securing food donations. This role exists to formulate strategy and develop plans to solicit food and other products from manufacturers, distributors, and supermarkets. The specialist cultivates relationships with donors to ensure a steady flow of food donations and manages inventory needs in collaboration with operations teams.

What you'll do

• Develop and cultivate new food donors including retailers, restaurants, and specialty locations.
• Cultivate current food donors to increase donation frequency and volume.
• Collaborate with Operations to optimize transportation and logistics.
• Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reports.
• Develop donor recognition programs and manage product recall communications.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

columbia sc

food sourcing

nonprofit

acquisition specialist

community engagement

sales

hunger relief

harvest hope

$45k-$47k/yr

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Generous Total Rewards Plan, 13 paid holidays, and paid annual leave.

Why this role

Opportunity to work for the largest hunger-relief organization in South Carolina.

About the employer

Harvest Hope Food Bank is hiring for this role. Industry: Community Food Services. Sector: 62.