Would you like to Drive, Shop (Local Restaurant Supply) & Deliver for Local East Bay Coffee Group?

Hello and Thank you for checking us out! My name is Erik and I'm with the Panama Bay Coffee Company. We're local and based in the East Bay. To support our coffee-houses, we have an internal system that does the purchasing and distribution weekly for each store. (From Livermore, Oakland, Vallejo & Walnut Creek) We are seeking someone to manage the day-to-day purchasing, inventory handling, and distribution of products across four locations. This is a hands-on role for someone who enjoys being in motion—shopping, organizing, driving (company van), and making sure everything runs smoothly behind the scenes. You will be the person ensuring each shop has exactly what it needs, when it needs it. Key Responsibilities-Purchasing & Sourcing Shop and drive for supplies (around the East Bay Area), ingredients and operational goods from multiple vendors, weekly and as needed. Identify best pricing, quality, and availability Build and maintain vendor relationships Monitor product consistency and flag quality issues Update pricing from local stores on a regular basis Update pricing from Major suppliers every ¼ or if a large increase is announced from the vendor. Inventory Management Receiving shipments, stocking the warehouse. Organize, and store inventory in a clean and logical system Maintain accurate inventory counts and restocking levels Rotate stock (FIFO) and monitor freshness Maintain inventory tracking systems or create new ones as needed Order Fulfillment (Pick & Pack) Prepare orders for each shop based on their needs Ensure accuracy and completeness of all orders Organize deliveries Delivery & Distribution Deliver goods to the stores Load and unload products Maintain delivery vehicle Communicate with store teams regarding deliveries and needs Organization & Process Improvement Keep storage and warehouse areas clean, labeled, and efficient Identify ways to improve systems, reduce waste, and save costs Help implement systems that scale as the business grows Ideal Candidate Organized and detail-oriented Self-starter who takes ownership without constant direction Comfortable with physical work (lifting, moving, driving) Strong sense of responsibility and follow-through Problem-solver who can adapt quickly Enjoys both independence and supporting a team Requirements Valid driver's license with clean driving record You would be driving the company van Ability to lift 40 lbs Comfortable driving throughout the East Bay Basic math and inventory tracking skills Previous experience in logistics, restaurant supply, or warehouse work is a plus Will be responsible for maintaining the company van and keeping it in as needed. (taking it to oil changes, service work, refueling, etc.) What Does Happiness Look Like? Shops are consistently stocked and prepared Inventory is clean, organized Deliveries are on time and accurate Costs are controlled and waste is minimized Your fellow teammates are smiling when you're around Additional Note Currently the position can take between 3 to 4 days per week. It depends on what's needed. Each day may be from 6 to 8 hours. The work week generally starts on Monday and is completed by Weds or Thursday. Right now you could expect to be off on Fridays and weekends. This position is a very important role for us and for the thousands of guests we serve. If it sounds like something you'd like to know more about, please email me with your interest and I'll get back to you! Thanks so much. Have Fun Today! Erik Carrillo Panama Bay Coffee Co.

Pay:

$25.93 - $31.23 per hour

Benefits:

Company truck Flexible schedule Health insurance Paid sick time

Work Location:

In person