Inventory and Purchasing Coordinator
IZOLAInventory & Purchasing Coordinator Operations-focused role (inventory, vendor management, systems) IZOLA Bakery is hiring an Inventory & Purchasing Coordinator to take ownership of inventory, ordering, receiving and vendor management across the business. This is a hands-on, high-ownership role at the center of our operation. You will be responsible for ensuring we always have the right ingredients, at the right quality, at the right cost—without disruption to production. This role is not about prior bakery or inventory experience . It is about how you think, how you work, and how much ownership you’re ready to take on. What Makes This Role Different IZOLA is a fast-growing, systems-driven bakery built on craft, hospitality, and constant improvement. This role is for someone who: Wants to own a critical function of the business , not just assist Is excited to figure things out , improve systems, and solve problems Takes pride in getting the details right—every time Is motivated by growth, responsibility, and being part of building something We operate with clear systems and high standards. Details matter here. You will be trained and held accountable to doing things the right way, every time. At the same time, you will be expected to take ownership, think ahead, and operate independently within those standards. Schedule & Compensation 32–40 hours per week Monday–Friday, approximately 7:00 AM–3:30 PM Hours may vary slightly week to week but will generally average 35 hours Pay: $21-$23 per hour, depending on experience What You Own Inventory & Purchasing Own inventory levels across all ingredients and supplies Place orders based on usage, forecasting, and operational needs Receive deliveries, verify accuracy and quality, and resolve issues Maintain strict FIFO, labeling, and storage organization Ensure inventory is accurate, accessible, and production-ready at all times Inventory Systems & Analysis Track weekly usage and identify trends, gaps, and inefficiencies Maintain clean, accurate inventory data in spreadsheets/systems Support costing through disciplined tracking and reporting Investigate discrepancies and solve root causes Vendor Management & Sourcing Build and manage vendor relationships Negotiate pricing, terms, and delivery expectations Source new vendors to improve quality or reduce costs Monitor pricing and proactively address cost increases Resolve issues directly with vendors Operations & Office Support Maintain organized systems for documentation and records Support office operations and administrative workflows Contribute to improving systems and overall efficiency What We’re Looking For Strong comfort with numbers and spreadsheets High attention to detail and follow-through Organized, process-driven, and reliable Able to work independently and take ownership Clear, confident communicator More importantly: You take pride in doing things well You notice problems and fix them You are energized by responsibility, not overwhelmed by it You want to grow with a business and take on more over time Physical Requirements Lift and carry up to 50 lbs regularly Move inventory between areas, including stairs Frequent bending, lifting, and organizing Standing/walking for extended periods Who This Role Is NOT For Someone looking for a purely administrative or desk-based role Someone looking for a warehouse-only, task-based role Someone who prefers to be told exactly what to do rather than figuring things out Why Join IZOLA IZOLA started as a small bakery with a big vision—and we are actively building what comes next. For the right person, this role is an opportunity to: Take ownership of a critical function early Build systems that scale with the business Grow into larger operational responsibility over time We care deeply about what we make—and how we work together to make it happen.