Part-Time Food Procurement Coordinator

Location: Halton Region | Part-Time | 24.0 Hours/Week |Flexible Days |Onsite + In-Community

Food for Life is a recognized leader in food rescue, reducing food waste and increasing access to fresh, nutritious food across Halton and beyond. As one of Canada’s Top 100 Charities, Top 10 Impact Charity and Top 10 Food Bank Impact Charity, we are passionate about creating a just, sustainable food system that ensures everyone has access to good food.

About the Role

The Food Procurement Coordinator will:

• Engage and steward existing food donor relationships to encourage sustained and increased food donations.

• Identify and cultivate new food donor partnerships, including with grocery fulfillment centers, food manufacturers, distributors, wholesalers, and local farms.

• Proactively source fresh, nutritious, and culturally specific food items that reflect the needs and diversity of the communities we serve.

• Collaborate with internal teams to align food sourcing with operational capacity and community needs.

• Track and report on donor interactions and food sourcing progress, highlighting impact and opportunities for deeper engagement.

• Serve as a representative of Food for Life to the food industry, showcasing the benefits of collaboration and food rescue.

About You

You are someone who:

• Has experience in relationship building, sales, food procurement, or community engagement—especially in the food, agriculture, or grocery sector.

• Is passionate about reducing food waste and increasing access to nutritious food.

• Understands food security, local food systems, and the value of culturally inclusive food sourcing.

• Is an excellent communicator—both in person and in writing.

• Can work independently and as part of a mission-driven team.

• Has strong organizational and tracking skills, with attention to detail.

• Access to a vehicle required.

• Multilingualism and/or experience working in diverse communities is a strong asset.

What We Offer

• A flexible part-time schedule (approx. 24 hours/week)

• Employee sponsored benefits following successful completion of a 3-month probationary period.

• A supportive, passionate team committed to impact and innovation

• Opportunity to drive meaningful change in your community

• Mileage reimbursement for work-related travel

Food for Life is a Living Wage Employer