Protein Sourcing Specialist

Summary

Join CookUnity, a chef-to-you marketplace revolutionizing meal delivery, as a full-time Protein Sourcing Specialist. This role involves developing and managing a best-in-class protein supplier network, negotiating deals, and optimizing procurement expenses. You will be responsible for the entire vendor lifecycle, from sourcing to relationship management. The position requires strong analytical skills, deep protein knowledge, and 4+ years of experience in a related field. This primarily remote role offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, 401k, paid time off, and family leave. Strong preference is given to candidates residing in NY, LA, or CHI.

Requirements

• 4+ years of previous experience in a Supply Chain / Procurement / Protein Sourcing role
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or other related field
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Google Workspace / Microsoft Office
• Strong problem-solving and multi-tasking skills with attention to detail and aptitude for numbers
• Deep knowledge of proteins, including meat, seafood, plant-based, and alternative proteins
• English is our main language

Responsibilities

• Develop a best-in-class protein supplier network for one of the fastest-growing prepared meals services in the world
• Own the end-to-end process of identifying, vetting, and onboarding new protein suppliers across all categories (meat, seafood, plant-based, alternative proteins)
• Leverage our $100M+ buying power to negotiate and improve current and new deals for protein sourcing
• Evaluate protein vendors based on quality, price, and service levels across the USA
• Suggest and implement the best protein suppliers based on regional needs and company locations
• Prepare cost-benefit analysis reports for company review
• Generate monthly protein supply cost reports
• Coordinate with culinary and operational teams to ensure efficient protein handling processes
• Assist in developing a strategic protein sourcing plan for the company that aligns with corporate objectives
• Educate protein vendors about company guidelines, policies, and procedures to ensure smooth procurement operations

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA
• Knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems and Tableau
• A secondary language (especially Spanish)
• Live in one of our primary market hubs: NY, LA, CHI

Benefits

• Health Insurance coverage
• 401k Plan
• PTO policy and paid sick days
• 5- year Sabbatical: After 5 years with CookUnity, you get a 4-week paid sabbatical
• Family leave: 12 weeks for primary caregiver and 6 weeks for secondary caregiver, fully paid
• Compassionate Leave: 3-5 days each time the need arises
• A generous amount of CookUnity credits to enjoy our amazing meals, added to your account, monthly
• Wellness perks: access to a nutritional coach and fitness subsidies to build a healthy lifestyle
• Personalized Spanish coach
• Awesome opportunity to join a company that is looking to change how we eat and how chefs work!