Outsourcing Advantage is a boutique business process outsourcing provider specializing in back-office and customer support services for US-based companies. We are seeking an experienced Ingredient Sourcing Specialist to join our remote team and support food product development, R&D;, and commercial production initiatives for a US-based client.

This role is responsible for identifying and sourcing food ingredients, dairy components, additives, stabilizers, packaging materials, and other raw materials from qualified domestic and international suppliers. The idóneo candidate is highly resourceful, detail-oriented, and experienced in supplier research, procurement, and ingredient sourcing within the food manufacturing industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Source food ingredients, raw materials, and specialty components for product development and commercial production
Research and identify ingredient manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers worldwide
Obtain pricing, lead times, minimum order quantities (MOQs), ingredient specifications, Certificates of Analysis (COAs),



and technical documentation
Source dairy ingredients, sweeteners, starches, gums, flavorings, fruit preparations, and other functional food ingredients
Coordinate ingredient sample requests for R&D; and product testing
Compare suppliers based on quality, certifications, pricing, and availability
Assist with ingredient substitutions and alternative sourcing solutions
Maintain supplier databases and sourcing records
Support procurement of packaging materials and related product components
Build and maintain relationships with ingredient manufacturers, distributors, and brokers
Monitor ingredient availability, market trends, and pricing

Requirements

2+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, purchasing, or supply chain, preferably within the food industry
Experience sourcing food ingredients, raw materials, or specialty food components
Strong online research and supplier sourcing skills
Excellent negotia

📌 Ingredient Sourcing Specialist (Colombia)
🏢 OSA Outsourcing Advantage
📍 Colombia