Sourcing & Category Manager

About the Company

Misfits Market is a mission-driven, high-growth startup dedicated to reducing food waste and making shopping for sustainable, high-quality groceries easier and more affordable. We deliver organic produce, high-quality meats and seafood, plant-based proteins, dairy, bakery, wine, and other grocery items to nearly every zip code in 48 states.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end procurement and account management for 3P customers across multiple facilities
• Lead category sourcing for assigned Produce or Grocery categories, identifying new suppliers and product innovations
• Partner with the 1st Party Misfits Merchandising team to negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms
• Monitor vendor performance regarding reliability, quality, and compliance
• Manage a direct report (Buyer Analyst) responsible for demand planning and purchase order management
• Collaborate with Inventory Planning, Merchandising, Operations, and Transportation to align demand projections

Requirements

• 2–4 years of experience in Category Management and/or wholesale procurement / 3P account management
• Bachelor's Degree and/or relevant experience + 3 years
• If supporting Produce: produce experience required; overall food experience preferred
• Strong understanding of financial principles, including forecasting and profitability analysis
• Proficiency in MS Office Suite and Google Suite
• Experience with contract process management
• Knowledge of food safety regulations and certifications like USDA Organic or Fair Trade

Preferred Qualifications

• Ecommerce and digital experience
• Meal Kit experience

Benefits

• Salary range: $95,000 - $105,000/yr
• Employee stock options
• Unlimited PTO
• Multiple health, dental, and vision plan options
• Life Insurance
• 401K plan