Application Guide

How to Apply for Director, Third-Party Procurement & Merchandising

at Misfits Market

🏢 About Misfits Market

Misfits Markets is a mission-driven company tackling the massive problem of food waste by rescuing imperfect, surplus produce and delivering it to customers at a discount. Their quirky, affordable model appeals to eco-conscious consumers and foodies alike, and they've built a strong brand around sustainability and accessibility.

About This Role

As Director of Third-Party Procurement & Merchandising, you'll own the end-to-end strategy for sourcing all 3P goods, from vendor relationships to demand forecasting. This is a high-impact leadership role where you'll directly influence profitability, customer satisfaction, and the company's mission by ensuring a steady flow of quality, affordable products.

💡 A Day in the Life

You'll start your day reviewing 3P performance dashboards (GMV, forecast accuracy, shrink) and then meet with your team leads to prioritize vendor negotiations or resolve supply issues. Afternoons are often spent cross-functionally with Quality and Ops to align on new product launches or seasonal planning, plus occasional calls with key produce suppliers to strengthen partnerships.

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🎯 Who Misfits Market Is Looking For

  • A seasoned procurement leader with 7+ years in food/CPG, specifically in perishables or grocery, who has managed P&L metrics like GMV, margin, and forecast accuracy.
  • Someone who has built and led multi-functional teams of managers and associates, with a track record of developing talent and setting strategic direction.
  • An expert in vendor negotiation and relationship management, with an established network in produce or organic food supply chains.
  • A data-driven decision-maker who can balance market trends, customer needs, and profitability while collaborating cross-functionally with Quality, Ops, and Product.

📝 Tips for Applying to Misfits Market

1

Quantify your impact in past roles—use numbers like 'reduced shrink by 20%' or 'improved forecast accuracy to 95%' to align with the KPIs listed.

2

Highlight any experience with direct-to-consumer or e-commerce grocery models, as Misfits Market's delivery model is core to their operations.

3

Showcase your leadership of remote or distributed teams, since this role is fully remote and requires cross-functional collaboration across the US.

4

Mention specific vendor relationships you've built in the produce or organic food space, especially if you've worked with farms or distributors.

5

Tailor your resume to emphasize '3P procurement' or 'wholesale merchandising' language, and avoid generic supply chain terms that don't match the job description.

✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter

["Express passion for Misfits Market's mission to reduce food waste and make sustainable food accessible.", 'Demonstrate your ability to own P&L metrics like GMV and margin, with concrete examples from previous roles.', 'Emphasize your experience leading teams through change, especially in a fast-growing, mission-driven company.', 'Highlight your cross-functional collaboration skills, particularly with Quality, Operations, and Product teams.']

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🔍 Research Before Applying

To stand out, make sure you've researched:

  • → Understand Misfits Market's current product mix—what percentage is 3P vs. their own? How does their 'quirky' branding affect sourcing?
  • → Read up on their sustainability metrics and how they measure food waste reduction—this is core to their mission.
  • → Look at recent news or funding rounds—Misfits Market has grown quickly; know their scale and any recent partnerships.
  • → Check out their customer reviews or social media to understand common complaints (e.g., delivery issues, product quality) that procurement could address.

💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics

Based on this role, you may be asked about:

1 How would you assess and improve our current 3P vendor portfolio? What metrics would you prioritize?
2 Describe a time you turned around underperforming procurement operations—what was your approach and results?
3 How do you balance sourcing for cost vs. quality, especially with perishable goods?
4 What's your experience with demand forecasting for seasonal or variable produce?
5 How would you build a team structure for a rapidly scaling 3P organization?
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⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't focus solely on cost reduction—Misfits Market values mission alignment and customer satisfaction over pure margin.
  • Avoid being too generic about 'supply chain experience' without specific food/perishable examples.
  • Don't underestimate the remote leadership aspect—failing to discuss how you manage distributed teams could hurt your candidacy.

📅 Application Timeline

This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.

Typical hiring timeline:

1

Application Review

1-2 weeks

2

Initial Screening

Phone call or written assessment

3

Interviews

1-2 rounds, usually virtual

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