Outward Farms

Accounting Manager

• Ensure our timely, complete, and accurate reporting in accordance with US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX), and other regulatory requirements
• Manage and develop a high-performing accounting team through effective leadership, coaching, and mentoring
• Provide guidance and support to direct reports; GL Accountants and Company Card Administrator by establishing clear performance expectations, providing regular feedback, and creating opportunities for professional growth.
• Review and analyze monthly, quarterly, and annual financial performance and the monthly closing of our accounts
• Prepare and review account reconciliations as well as variance explanations
• Interface with internal business partners regarding new business initiatives, including assessing the accounting treatment, reporting/regulatory disclosures, internal control implications and systems impacts
• Provide financial analysis and reporting to support strategic decision-making.
• Assist in the implementation of appropriate internal controls and process improvements
• Interact directly with the independent auditors to discuss and resolve accounting issues in a timely manner and facilitate the completion of our reviews and audits
• Oversee the company’s Corporate Card program

Recruitment

• Reporting to the Talent Acquisition Manager, the Talent Acquisition Partner will play a key role in attracting and hiring top talent to support Vital Farms’ high-volume processing facility in Springfield, Missouri—a site critical to our continued success. This position will own the full cycle recruiting process, ensuring a seamless and positive experience for both candidates and hiring teams.
• The ideal candidate is proactive, adaptable, and thrives in a fast-paced environment—anticipating staffing needs, adjusting to change with urgency, and delivering exceptional results.
• Manage Full life cycle recruitment of both internal and external candidate activity through online applications.
• Deliver an exceptional candidate experience by providing accurate, engaging, and inspiring information about Vital Farms and our open opportunities.
• Maintain precise and up-to-date role and candidate information within Greenhouse, our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), ensuring timely reporting and consistent communication throughout the hiring process.
• Use insights from hiring data, candidate feedback, and your own curiosity to identify opportunities for continuous improvement in recruiting processes and candidate experience.
• Build strong partnerships with hiring managers by developing tailored sourcing strategies, offering expert recruitment guidance, and managing each role through the full hiring lifecycle.
• Serve as a strategic partner in shaping long-term talent acquisition strategies for your assigned business areas and functions.
• Take ownership of recruiting processes, applying creativity and experience to enhance efficiency, consistency, and overall effectiveness at each stage.
• Partner with the broader People Team to design and document hiring processes, policies, and best-practice resources.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion by supporting initiatives that strengthen workforce representation and advising hiring managers on inclusive recruitment practices.
• Contribute to People Team initiatives and special projects as needed to advance organizational goals.

Talent Acquisition Partner, High Volume Manufacturing

• Own the entire standard costing process including but not limited to periodic rate reviews, new product cost development, annual cost builds & rollups, & cost audits
• Manage & summarize month end variances & understand their drivers. Own the capitalized variance capture & amortization process
• Partner with Plant Controller, & FP&A to understand ECS overhead rates & related monthly variance & recommend actions if material variances are noted
• Work closely with Plant Controller team to ensure production & inventory transactions are completed prior to period end activities & gain insights into variances or issues seen
• Drive constant improvement of costing accuracy, forecasting and overall visibility of our egg and butter COGS
• Support year end audit activities with our internal & external audit partners & participate in year-end physical inventory
• Continuously evaluate and streamline processes and reports, working closely with the team to drive change enhancing improvements.
• Develop, implement, and monitor internal control processes and procedures and ensure compliance with SOX and other regulatory requirements.
• Be the subject matter expert on costing and drive continuous improvement
• Develop deep understanding of production processes and material sourcing
• Proactively identify and raise costing and process improvement opportunities
• Provide leadership and training to the cost team.
• Collaborate with FP&A, cross-functional teams and senior management on special projects, strategic initiatives and other ad-hoc analyses/projects as needed.

Cost Accounting Manager

Procurement

• We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Senior Category Manager to join our crew! The Senior Category Manager will be responsible for driving growth for Vital Farms & top retailers by understanding trends from a category, consumer, shopper, and customer lens.
• You’ll identify opportunities for growth, improvement, and optimization and transform ideas and insights into actionable recommendations.
• Reporting into the Director of Category Management, and having responsibility for our East Area, you will manage an Associate Category Manager (Natural Area), to be Vital Farms strategic category partner both internally with stakeholders and externally with customers.
• Leverage consumer, shopper, and category insights to identify and maximize growth opportunities for the category. Elevate strategic partnerships with our East retailers, including Kroger, Wakefern, and Publix using category management solutions & insights.
• Provide insights to drive superior category results, while embedding Vital Farms as part of the strategic category solution.
• Create and lead category reviews on retailer trends, market trends, category trends, consumer insights, and marketplace innovation.
• Partner with Vital Farms Sales and Business Development teams to develop insights and presentations directed toward generating increased sales and communicating insights. Must be able to create effective data visualizations to clearly communicate relevant facts and insights.
• Works well with colleagues, fostering a highly productive team that thrives in an environment of teamwork. Actively works to share best practices throughout the organization.

Senior Category Manager

Director

• As our Sr. Director of Legal, Commercial Transactions & Litigation, you will serve as a key member of the Legal Leadership Team, reporting to and partnering closely with the General Counsel and advising executives across the enterprise.
• You will set strategy for our commercial legal function, oversee complex litigation and dispute management, and ensure Vital Farms continues to scale with strong, future-ready legal processes.
• Shape and execute the company’s legal strategy for commercial transactions, litigation, intellectual property, and employment, ensuring alignment with business objectives and long-term growth.
• Act as primary legal advisor to senior leaders across Sales, Marketing, Operations, Grower Support, and People team, providing pragmatic guidance that enables bold, ethical decision making.
• Oversee negotiation and execution of high-value contracts, strategic partnerships, and enterprise-wide vendor agreements.
• Direct outside counsel and internal resources in managing all facets of litigation, employment disputes, and regulatory matters.
• Lead and mentor legal staff, fostering a high-performance team culture that is collaborative, innovative, and business-focused.
• Oversee intellectual property strategy and enforcement to ensure brand health and protection.
• Implement best practices in knowledge management, contract lifecycle management, and legal operations that position Vital Farms as a leader in both legal excellence and ethical business.

Senior Director, Commercial Transactions, Litigation

Manager

• Reporting to the Director of Farm Network Expansion Strategy; oversee and manage end-to-end barn construction process for new contract layer hen farms.
• Lead barn construction projects from planning to completion, ensuring timelines, budgets, and quality standards are met.
• Develop repeatable workflows and documentation practices to drive consistency, efficiency, and accountability.
• Monitor budgets, identify risks, and resolve roadblocks with strategic, data-informed decisions.
• Support farmer and contractor coordination to align scopes of work and ensure quality execution.
• Conduct regular farm visits across the Eastern region to track progress, troubleshoot issues, and guide contractors and farmers.
• Ensure all equipment, systems, and materials are in place before chick placement.
• Recommend improvements to site layout, workflows, and construction methods based on field observations and best practices.
• Build and maintain clear, actionable reporting systems and own a dynamic project dashboard offering real-time visibility across multiple builds.
• Deliver consistent updates and post-project summaries to support operational transitions; lead structured project closeouts, including documentation, punch lists, and readiness checklists.
• Partner with Grower Recruitment, Compliance, Pullet Ops, and Farm Ops to ensure seamless transitions from construction to operations; communicate changes and project insights across teams.
• Manage and mentor a direct report; evolve construction SOPs, training materials, and standards; identify opportunities to scale construction operations as the network grows.

Farm Construction Manager

Technical Account Manager

• Serve as the technical expert for regulatory inquiries and food safety compliance across the business
• Stay ahead of federal and state regulatory changes (FDA, USDA, CDFA, etc.) and translate them into actionable guidance for internal teams
• Lead regulatory impact assessments, identifying risks and opportunities tied to innovation and growth
• Advise on regulatory requirements during product development, reformulations, and market expansions
• Represent Vital Farms in industry groups, regulatory meetings, and discussions with certifying bodies
• Deliver internal training and guidance on evolving regulations, compliance best practices, and certification requirements
• Own the packaging label review process—including claims, nutrition facts, ingredient statements, allergens, and third-party certifications
• Ensure all product claims are substantiated, compliant, and aligned with brand standards
• Partner with internal teams to develop labeling and compliance strategies that support innovation and transparency
• Oversee compliance for third-party certifications and ensure accurate documentation, renewals, and ongoing program support
• Support FSMA initiatives and ensure FSVP compliance for imported products and ingredients
• Collaborate with FSQA and Procurement teams to uphold high standards for co-manufacturers and suppliers
• Manage master product specifications, including creation, updates, and version control across all product lines
• Lead FSQA documentation processes related to UPC, GS1, and labeling systems
• Drive change management for regulatory and FSQA updates across teams and partners
• Maintain document control systems to ensure accessibility, accuracy, and audit readiness
• Support state permitting and licensing needs across all operational markets

Regulatory Affairs and Technical Services Manager

• Lead the development and execution of shopper insight initiatives that drive category and brand growth
• Field custom studies and marry them with existing research to create clear and actionable recommendations for internal and external stakeholders
• Translate and combine complex shopper data and research into actionable insights to influence brand, customer, and channel strategies
• Identify evolving shopper behaviors, purchase drivers, and barriers across different channels (brick-and-mortar, e-commerce, omnichannel)
• Partner with Category Management to bring insights and recommendations to retailers to drive strategic objectives and partnerships
• Work with cross-functional teams (Brand, Consumer Insights, Sales, Shopper Marketing, Communications) to shape strategy, messaging, positioning, and innovation based on shopper behavior
• In partnership with the Director of Category Management, evaluate and implement new tools, platforms, or vendors to improve insight delivery and decision-making
• Link shopper insights directly to sales, category growth, marketing and brand initiatives to influence decision-making

Senior Retail Insights Manager

• Guide the sales crew through all stages of the Trade Management process.
• Coordinate & Maintain Blacksmith TPM and TPO Systems for assigned customers.
• Guide Sales on Blacksmith TPM process including forecast accuracy, guidance on promo scenarios to run, post event analysis, and general feedback on how to structure promotions for clean reporting and clearing of deductions.
• Monthly trade reviews with Account Managers covering assigned customers.
• Understand and enforce best-in-class trade management recommendations including naming conventions, delivery vs. performance dates, performance type definitions, and more.
• Work with accounting on deduction resolution and research to close within 90 days of receipt.
• Release/close fully actualized promotions in TPM for assigned customers
• Critical partner in annual revenue and trade bottoms-up planning process, including understanding revenue and budget gaps to AOP
• Assist in the development and reporting of trade management KPI metrics such as retail price point execution, budget over/under spends, contract attachments, forecast accuracy, promotion creation PLT, and more.
• Assist in the reporting and communication of incremental volume plans to our Demand Planning team and speak to the details of these plans during Demand Reviews.
• Coordinate, track, and ensure our Sales Crew are submitting committed promotions for approval, and approving promotions of assigned customers.
• Manage Trade Team in gathering and reporting post-event analysis details in Power BI and present findings during Sales reviews.
• Leadership & Team Management: Lead, coach, and develop a team of two direct reports, fostering professional growth, accountability, and high performance.
• Set clear objectives, provide regular feedback, and ensure alignment with organizational priorities.
• Serve as a subject matter expert and escalation point for complex trade management issues.
• Partner with Trade Management team and Sales to ensure the system is maintained: Assist in system maintenance tasks such as new customer setups, OI validation in our ERP system, and uploading consumption actuals.
• Ensure our direct/indirect tables are accurate and maintained.
• Work with Sales to ensure volume plans are complete and updated given new item introductions or discontinuations.
• Work to establish and communicate recommendations for standard operating procedures (SOPs) as we continue to grow.
• Provide suggestions on future TPM enhancements and test the functionality of enhancements made in TPM over time.
• 6+ years in a CPG trade promotion management or related role, with at least 2 years in a people leadership position.

Sr. Trade Manager

Business Intelligence Analyst

• As a Senior Financial Reporting Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of Vital Farms’ external financial reporting, including SEC filings, technical accounting assessments, and internal reporting deliverables, and compliance with internal and external audits.\n• You’ll partner closely with Accounting, FP&A, Legal, and Investor Relations teams to ensure compliance with U.S. GAAP and SEC requirements, while helping to tell the story of our financial results in a clear and compelling way.\n• What You’ll Do:\n• Prepare and support the quarterly and annual SEC filings (10-Q, 10-K, 8-Ks, Proxy Statements), including detailed footnote disclosures and MD&A sections.\n• Collaborate with external auditors to support the annual audit and quarterly reviews, including preparing audit deliverables and addressing audit requests.\n• Monitor, assess, and document the impact of new or revised accounting standards and SEC regulations; draft technical accounting memos and formalize accounting policy determinations as needed.\n• Assist in preparation of internal reporting packages for executive leadership and the Board of Directors.\n• Partner with Legal, Investor Relations, and Accounting to ensure consistency and accuracy in messaging and disclosures.\n• Participate in the development and maintenance of internal controls related to financial reporting (SOX compliance).\n• Assist with internal and external audit compliance.\n• Drive process improvements and automation opportunities to enhance the efficiency and accuracy of the reporting process.\n• Assist in special projects related to corporate development initiatives as needed.