Virtual Operations & Marketing Coordinator for Fast-Growing Food Startup

Not just admin — we’re hiring a Virtual Operations & Marketing Coordinator to manage logistics, marketing asset timelines, and supplier research for a scaling food startup. 20–25 hrs/week, $18–30/hr. Slow Sunday Foods is a BC-based food startup transforming rescued orchard fruit into craveable, squeezable, everyday sauces. We’re finalists for multiple BC Food & Beverage Awards and scaling into national retail. Role Overview We are seeking a Virtual Operations & Marketing Coordinator to support our founders in day-to-day operations, marketing logistics, and supplier research. This role goes beyond admin — you’ll help keep production and marketing projects moving, ensuring our small team runs with the discipline of a much larger one. This is a part-time, long-term role (20–25 hrs/week) with room to grow into more responsibility as we scale. Key Responsibilities Maintain production + inventory records (Google Sheets, Nutrasoft). Track raw materials and packaging; flag reorders. Book/manage shipments and update shipping/receiving logs. Consolidate production data into weekly/monthly dashboards. Manage timelines for marketing asset creation/delivery (liaise with designers). Schedule demos, markets, and trade show participation. Handle logistics for events (permits, supplies, staff coordination). Organize content libraries and schedule delivery across platforms. Research external packaging options (e.g., 500 mL LDPE squeeze bottles). Compare suppliers by cost, MOQ, lead times; present clean reports. Research potential service providers (co-packers, logistics partners). Maintain team calendars (production, events, meetings). Prepare agendas/notes for weekly team meetings. Keep SOPs updated; assist with ad-hoc research tasks. Skills & Experience Strong written English and professional communication. Highly organized; able to manage multiple projects/deadlines. Proficiency with Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Drive). Experience with project management tools (Asana, ClickUp, Trello). Research/reporting ability (suppliers, vendors, materials). Bonus: Experience with QuickBooks, Shopify, Mailchimp, Canva, or CPG/food industry. Hours & Rate • 20–25 hrs/week to start (with potential to expand). • $20–30/hr depending on experience. • Flexible working hours, but some overlap with Pacific Time preferred. Job Type: Part-time Pay: $18.00 - $30.00 per hour Expected hours: 15 – 25 per week People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): • Describe a project where you managed both operational tasks (like logistics or inventory) and marketing deliverables at the same time. • Share an example of research you’ve done (e.g., sourcing suppliers or vendors) and how you presented your findings. • Why does working with a growing food/CPG startup interest you? • Simple Application Test Task As part of your application, please complete this task: Find a source for a 500 mL LDPE squeeze bottle with a bladder top available in Canada. See below link to see required details and our research updates. Your goal is to improve on at least one spec as noted in the spreadsheet. If your research leads to a viable source we will pay you a $200 signing bonus and hire you. (Note that our goal is to develop this position into a long-term role with continued room for advancement, the initial phase will be a trial period. We want someone we can really grow with, who can accomplish tasks in various areas and who meets our own mindset of personal and business/career growth). https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1-01hQX1P2IUMueuL3f3mwe_7OOv2A70BSk-Ifwxm4J8/edit?usp=sharing Work Location: Remote Apply tot his job Apply To this Job