Sourcing Specialist

Join Riverside Natural Foods Ltd., a $300 million+ Canadian-based, family-owned, and globally operating business, committed to leaving the world better than we found it. As a B-Corp certified, Triple-Bottom Line company, we proudly manufacture nutritious, 'better-for-you' snacks such as MadeGood and GOOD TO GO. We value teamwork, humility, respect, ownership, adaptability, grit, and fun.

We’re on an ambitious mission to double our business by 2027, and we need talented individuals like you to help us reach new heights. At Riverside, you’ll have the opportunity to chart your own path to success while contributing to ours. We believe anything worth doing is worth doing right, and our values will guide us through the rugged terrain – and yes, it will get rough. But that’s what makes the journey worthwhile.

So, lace up your boots and let’s tackle the climb together.

You can learn more about us at www.riversidenaturalfoods.com.

Role Overview

As a Sourcing Coordinator, you play a key role in supporting our supplier partnerships meet Riverside’s ethical, social, and operational standards—while keeping contracts, sourcing activities, and projects running smoothly behind the scenes.

This role blends coordination, compliance, and continuous improvement. You’ll work closely with vendor partners and internal teams to support responsible sourcing practices, maintain contract integrity, and help drive efficient, values-led processes across the business.

What You’ll Be Doing

Primary Responsibilities

Sourcing & Compliance

Supports Sedex integration and ongoing supplier compliance initiatives.

Coordinates supplier data, documentation, and ethical sourcing requirements to ensure accuracy and completeness.

Tracks and follows up on compliance gaps, risks, and outstanding corrective actions.

Supports responsible sourcing practices aligned with company standards and supplier expectations.

Contract Coordination & Oversight

Monitors supplier contracts to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely renewals.

Maintains organized contract records and system alignment within SAP, MDG, and related platforms.

Identifies risks, discrepancies, or inconsistencies and escalates as required.

Supplier Sourcing Support

Supports supplier sourcing and onboarding activities across assigned categories or projects.

Coordinates supplier information, documentation, and setup requirements to ensure timely onboarding.

Collaborates with cross-functional stakeholders to support supplier readiness and sourcing initiatives.

Project Coordination

Coordinates sourcing and compliance project activities, including timelines, deliverables, and follow-ups.

Keeps cross-functional stakeholders aligned through proactive communication and status tracking.

Monitors sourcing and compliance milestones to support successful project execution.

Supports execution of initiatives within established timelines and business requirements.

Continuous Improvement

Identifies opportunities to improve sourcing, contract management, and compliance processes.

Supports implementation of more effective and efficient ways of working.

Participates in continuous improvement initiatives involving sourcing, supplier compliance, and cross-functional processes.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaborates with sourcing, procurement, r&d, quality, operations, and other internal stakeholders to support supplier and compliance initiatives.

Skills & Abilities

Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Strong planning, organization, and project coordination skills.

Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Strong communication, collaboration, and relationship-building skills.

Proficiency working within ERP and supplier management systems (SAP, Sedex, or similar platforms preferred).

Demonstrated problem-solving and analytical capabilities.

Ability to adapt to a communication style based on the audience and communicate clearly and professionally, both written and verbal.

Proven ability to build and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

Collaborative self-starter with a high level of initiative, accountability, and flexibility.

Team player with positive attitude and strong business acumen.

 

Education & Qualifications

Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.

2–3 years of experience in sourcing, supply chain, compliance, contract coordination, or project management.

Experience within a CPG or food manufacturing environment is considered an asset.

Experience working with SAP, Sedex, or comparable systems is preferred.

PMP, CSCL, or related certifications are considered an asset.

Passion for the agriculture or food industry is an asset.

At Riverside, we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation and job posting practices. The range above reflects the target compensation for the position at the time of posting. Exact compensation will be determined based on experience, skill set, education, and training, as well as other organizational needs, while balancing internal equity.

What we expect:

• Values-led: You’ll be a member of a thoughtful and compassionate team that prioritizes respect, teamwork and resourcefulness along with a good dash of fun. Sometimes, even making granola bars is hard, and life’s too short to take ourselves so seriously that we don’t enjoy the journey.
• Unparalleled experiences and opportunities: We’re still determining who we are and what we can be. Help us shape what this organization will look like and what we’ll offer the world, into the future. This means rolling up your sleeves and sometimes building the process – fast! – while employing it. At Riverside, progress occasionally means proceeding imperfectly, and we’re okay with that, as long as we’re staying true to our values and learning and improving along the way.
• Access to everyone: We’re a flat organization with few silos which means you’ll have full access to everyone from our founders to our production staff. Even when employees dress up, they wear steel-toed shoes. So don’t be shy. Speak up, share your ideas and go places you normally wouldn’t – like the plant, or the boardroom.
• Personal development: We’ll support and empower you to chart your own path and reach any heights you set for yourself. Career paths at Riverside are carved by the people walking on them, not dictated by leaders. Count on us to give you the training and tools to grow and progress.
• Gratitude: As a growing business, we can’t always offer formal recognition like awards programs, but we do show our true gratitude and appreciation. At Riverside, we’re all in this together and we value you.
  
• Be a Riverside Brand Ambassador: Stay relentlessly close to our consumers and represent the brand in every interaction, decision, and deliverable. Bring the consumer voice into your work by protecting product quality, availability, and experience, acting early when standards slip, and delivering consistent value that earns trust, advocacy, and long-term brand love.

What We Offer:

• Values-led: We don’t cut corners or step on anyone or anything on our way to our summit. There is no winning at all costs here. Every step you take must align with our values, no compromises.
• Courageous determination: As a family-run, rapidly growing business, we are often challenged to find ways to deliver that aren’t obvious or easy. You must be willing to try, ask and answer challenging questions, test and learn, turn over every stone, keep moving forward and help us find a way through. Resourcefulness and grit will be your constant companions at Riverside and will serve you well.
• Humility: We’re a small (but growing) fish in a sea of whales and sharks. We know the products we offer are some of the healthiest and most sustainable, but we don’t brag about it, and know we have a steep path ahead. We pride ourselves in being respectful and supportive of others while shining brightly through our innovative, high-quality products. There isn’t one superstar at Riverside. We take turns leading the way as we climb to the summit.
• Continuous improvement: As a learn-as-we-go organization, we rely on each other to continuously improve everything we touch to make it better, more efficient, more sustainable, and more endearing to customers, consumers, employees, vendors, partners and the community. We own our mistakes and learn from them as we wind our way to the top.

Wait! There’s more!

• Immerse yourself in our comprehensive benefits program, with Riverside taking care of the costs!
• RRSP matching or 401k matching for an empowered financial journey
• Eligibility to participate in Riverside's Profit Sharing Plan
• Join Employee-Led Resource Groups (ERGs) championing mental health, sustainability, diversity, women, and LGBTQ+ rights
• Develop your career further through our Riverside University program and with our Tuition Reimbursement Program
• An open concept work environment that embodies our Values

How to Apply:

If you have the commitment to excellence, the energy, the attitude and experience we need, then please submit your resume to careers(AT)riversidenaturals.com with the job title you are applying for in the subject line or click the apply button!

Riverside Natural Foods Ltd. is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for everyone. If you have a disability and require accommodation in the interview process, please let us know when you apply. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, due to volume, please note that only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Disclaimer: As part of our recruitment process, we may use technology-assisted tools, including automated systems, to support the review and assessment of applications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All decisions related to screening, interviewing, and selection are made by our Talent Acquisition and hiring teams.