Food Sourcing Manager

Position Summary

The Food Sourcing Manager contributes to and leads the day-to-day implementation of the Community Food Bank's (CFB) strategic food acquisition efforts under the direction of the Director of Food Sourcing by supporting the development and implementation of sourcing strategies that increase the quantity, quality, and variety of donated food available to the organization. This position is responsible for cultivating and managing relationships with grocery retailers, manufacturers, distributors, growers, producers, Feeding America, government commodity programs, and other food industry partners to expand sustainable food sourcing opportunities across CFB's five-county service areas.

The Food Sourcing Manager contributes to and leads the day-to-day implementation of the Community Food Bank's (CFB) strategic food acquisition efforts under the direction of the Director of Food Sourcing by supporting the development and implementation of sourcing strategies that increase the quantity, quality, and variety of donated food available to the organization. This position is responsible for cultivating and managing relationships with grocery retailers, manufacturers, distributors, growers, producers, Feeding America, government commodity programs, and other food industry partners to expand sustainable food sourcing opportunities across CFB's five-county service areas.

The Food Sourcing Manager provides leadership for donor engagement, food acquisition initiatives, sourcing performance, and assigned Food Sourcing staff while collaborating with Transportation, Warehouse Operations, Allocations, Programs, and Fund Development to ensure donated food is sourced, received, and distributed efficiently. This position focuses on meeting donated food sourcing goals, expanding food resources, and strengthening strategic partnerships rather than executing purchasing activities.

• Contribute to the development of strategic food sourcing plans and lead implementation of approved sourcing strategies that align with CFB's mission, organizational priorities, and distribution needs.
• Identify, evaluate, and pursue new food acquisition opportunities through grocery retailers, manufacturers, distributors, growers, wholesalers, food producers, Feeding America, USDA, and other public and private partners.
• Recommend and implement sourcing approaches that increase access to nutritious, culturally relevant, and high-demand food products and communicate product gaps that may inform purchasing priorities managed by purchasing staff.
• Monitor food industry trends, market conditions, and emerging donation opportunities to identify innovative sourcing strategies.
• Recommend improvements to food sourcing policies, practices, and procedures to increase efficiency and maximize food recovery.
• Contribute to sourcing forecasts, workplans, and budget planning; manage assigned sourcing goals, expenses, and resources in alignment with approved budgets.

• Develop, cultivate, and maintain strategic relationships with major food donors and prospective partners throughout CFB's service area.
• Establish long-term engagement strategies that increase donor participation, donation frequency, and overall pounds recovered.
• Conduct regular site visits and executive-level meetings with key donor organizations to strengthen partnerships and identify growth opportunities.
• Serve as the primary organizational contact for strategic donor relationships and resolve complex sourcing issues.
• Collaborate with Fund Development to recognize donor contributions and support stewardship activities that strengthen long-term partnerships.

• Oversee food sourcing activities through Feeding America, USDA commodity programs, produce cooperatives, and other food acquisition networks.
• Contribute to the development of sourcing strategies for grocery rescue, produce recovery, manufacturer donations, agricultural partnerships, and food industry surplus.
• Evaluate participation in national and regional sourcing opportunities to maximize food acquisition and organizational value.
• Coordinate food acquisition efforts associated with grants and restricted funding programs, ensuring compliance with applicable program requirements.

• Collaborate with the Allocations Manager to communicate anticipated donation volumes, timing, and product characteristics that impact storage capacity and…