You have opted out of job matches in .
To undo this, go to the 'Skills and Interests' section of your preferences.
Shared by 
3 months ago
Requirements and responsibilities
About Odd BunchOdd Bunch is on a mission to make fresh produce more affordable and accessible across Canada. We are a fast-growing, sustainable subscription-based produce service, helping Canadians save thousands of dollars on their grocery bills, supporting local farmers, fighting food waste, donating to families suffering from food insecurity, and building a better planet in the process.We currently operate in Ontario, Quebec, British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, and Manitoba, with most of our team located in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary and London.About The RoleWe're building a grocery and pantry vertical that takes our rescue-first model beyond produce. Think shelf-stable products: pasta, rice & grains, sauces & marinades, snacks, bakery items, and other cooking staples. Products that are overproduced, surplus, short-dated, or cosmetically imperfect. The kind of stuff that ends up in landfill because it didn't sell fast enough or the label was printed wrong. We think that's a problem worth solving.The General Manager, Pantry role is the first hire for this vertical. You're not plugging into an existing function. You're creating one.We need someone who can build net new supplier relationships and a product pipeline from scratch. There's no vendor list. No playbook. No approval workflow to sit behind. The person in this role will go find the supply, figure out what belongs in our boxes, while maintaining a close eye on economics and user feedback throughout the process. This new business line is being built on top of the existing Odd Bunch platform that already serves tens of thousands of Canadians every week, with triple digit year-over-year growth over the last three years. The foundation is there. The pantry vertical is the next layer, and the leader who builds it will have real ownership over what it becomes.You'll report directly to the CEO and work closely with a strong team across marketing, operations, and inventory who already know how to scale an impact-first subscription business. There's meaningful support around you, but the direction of this business line is yours to shape.What You’ll DoSupplier Development & SourcingBuild relationships with Canadian CPG manufacturers, food distributors, liquidation companies, and surplus brokers. Direct outreach is part of the job. So is showing up in person when it mattersIdentify and secure opportunistic supply: overproduced inventory, cosmetic rejects, short-dated products, surplus stock, and anything else that should be ending up on plates instead of in the landfillDevelop a growing pipeline of pantry product suppliers across dry goods, bakery, sauces, snacks, canned products, and adjacent categoriesNegotiate landed costs and supply terms that work within our margin structureChampion Odd Bunch's rescue-first mission. Be the person suppliers want to work with because you actually understand their waste problem and can offer real solutions; not just for them, but for the food system & environment at largeThink beyond obvious sourcing channels. Major manufacturers are one channel, but so are emerging Canadian DTC brands, regional wholesale distributors, and food liquidation networksProduct Curation & Box StrategyDefine what a weekly pantry box actually looks like. Which products anchor the rotation, which ones rotate seasonally, how the mix stays fresh for someone who's been subscribed for a yearBalance familiar pantry staples with items that surprise and keep people engagedWork closely with the marketing, operations, and inventory teams to align what goes in our boxes vs. what customers actually want, while balancing operational & supply chain feasibilityBuild a strong understanding of our subscriber base. What do they want, what will they try, what keeps them coming backUnit Economics & P&L OwnershipOwn the margin structure for the pantry business line, from landed cost per item to box-level profitabilityBuild and iterate on the financial model as the vertical scales. Find the opportunities to improve unit economics without cutting corners on product qualityTrack the metrics that matter: cost per box, margin per SKU, supplier diversification, category mixWork with the team to set pricing strategy and growth targetsBrand & StorytellingBe a visible champion of the pantry vertical, both internally and with external stakeholdersHelp bring supplier stories and sourcing narratives to life for our community. Reducing food waste is the purpose behind everything we do at Odd Bunch, and this role needs someone who can communicate that clearly and authenticallyRepresent Odd Bunch at industry events, supplier meetings, and throughout partnership discussionsWhat We’re Looking For2-4+ years of experience in CPG, food, retail buying, business development, partnerships, or adjacent functions. We care more about your drive and instincts than the exact title on your last business cardA natural relationship builder. Someone who's comfortable reaching out to people they've never met and earning trust quicklyAnalytical and commercially minded. You understand margins, you can work through a P&L, and the idea of ownership genuinely excites youA self-starter who doesn't wait for a perfect brief or a warm introduction Strong communicator who can pitch a vision to a room of senior executives, design a proposal, write sharp follow-ups, and nurture long-term relationships with poise Digitally native. You leverage tools and systems to operate efficiently & optimize your work flowsPassionate about food, sustainability, reducing waste, and building a better food system for people & the planet Note, proficiency in all of the above is not expected. We’re looking for a well-rounded individual who brings depth in certain areas and a willingness to learn and grow in othersNice to HavesExperience in food sourcing, procurement, or supply chain, particularly in organizations that required a unique product mix, surplus, liquidation, or short-dated product channelsBackground in CPG, food distribution, grocery, or a DTC food brandFamiliarity with the Canadian food manufacturing and distribution landscapeExperience building from scratch: a new product line, a new market, a new function inside an established growing companyA degree from a top business or commerce program is a plus, but not a requirementWhat We OfferHealth plan available after 6 monthsRRSP and pension plan available at 12 monthsFree grocery plan20 days PTORemote role based in Canada (Toronto preferred for supplier relationship development)Real ownership & growth potential. You're not filling a role, you're building a function that could define the next chapter at Odd BunchAnnual bonus potential tied to commercial & personal milestonesTo ApplyIf you are excited about this opportunity and meet the qualifications listed above, please submit your resume and a brief note telling us why this is the role you've been waiting for and how you would approach your first 30 days.Join us in our mission to eliminate food waste, improve food affordability and build a better food system.
Optionally, you can add more information later (benefits, pre-screening questions, etc.)