We are a purpose-led company

ofi needs thinkers, makers, doers and leaders to be part of our growing team. Find out how you can be the change for good food and a healthy future with us.

Who are we looking for?

ofi is a thriving company with a clear purpose: to be the change for good food and a healthy future. We’re looking for people who see possibility everywhere, find the opportunity in every challenge, and are driven to make it real. Sound like you? Let’s talk.

What is it like working at ofi?

ofi is like a start-up on a grand scale. You’ll be joining a dynamic, diverse global community where you’re encouraged to own your role. Make decisions. Fail fast. Test and learn. It’s an approach that empowers you. And it’s fundamental to our success.

Preparing you to become a leader

To be a great leader, you need great training. Our Future Leaders Program prepares ambitious people for high-impact careers. During 12 intensive months, you’ll get a taste of the whole organization across several countries. Grow your network. Get hands-on experience of running projects. And ultimately, take your place in the boardroom.

How we do things

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Driven

We enjoy the freedom to just get on and do it, taking on challenges with determination and positivity.

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Curious

We think differently; always looking, quizzing, learning and growing.

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Open

We're real and authentic in all our relationships, welcoming different points of view and stating ours transparently.

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Fair

We stay true to our principles, respecting people and the planet by doing things the right way, not the easy way.

Find your place at ofi

We’re always looking for talented, driven people, no matter what your background or level. So, whether it’s a casual seasonal role or a major career move, we’d love to hear from you. Visit our vacancies section to see what’s possible right now.

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Articles May 22, 2023

The colorful ingredients taking over our plates in 2023

The trend for bold colors and flavors in food and beverages is rising this year. With consumers increasingly exposed to an array of global food trends, including a wide range of exotic flavors and colors, many are becoming more experimental. At the same time, confectionery products, treats, and snacks are often a moment of fun and relaxation in consumers’ daily lives, so they can be a great opportunity for experimenting with new and exciting shades. 

Articles May 8, 2023

Employee Spotlight: Sydney Valla, eCommerce Operations Manager, North America

Sydney Valla was an undergrad at Fresno State when she first discovered ofi (olam food ingredients) at a career fair. They were passing out tomato-shaped stress balls and recruiting new grads for a management trainee program. She signed-up for an interview and the rest is her-story.

 

What motivates you when you wake up and come into work?

 

My team! There are six of us who are 100% dedicated to the Spices eCommerce business and we have a combined 35+ years’ experience at ofi. Together, we work to be a solution provider for new and existing customers, put in place processes to help the business grow and overcome any challenges that are thrown our way.

 

Anything you’d like to add to help others succeed?

 

Being in numerous different positions throughout my career (supply chain, product line, sales) has made me a more well-rounded employee and allowed me to view problems from many different angles to find better solutions. I’m glad that I joined a company that offered career growth and expansion. Being a sponge during the early stages of my career allowed me to soak up lots of different information.

 

What has been your favorite moment at ofi so far?

 

When I was a product line manager, there was a large fast-food chain that featured one of our ingredients in a delicious and highly promoted LTO. It was so cool to go through the drive thru, pick up lunch, and know that one of the products that I helped to sell was in an item that was being sold across the country.

 

Our company purpose is ‘be the change for good food and a healthy future.’ In what way do you live our purpose through your work?

 

Through the eCommerce offerings, we can connect with new customers and segments that have previously been difficult to reach. This allows us to work with new customers to make educated purchasing decisions about where their product comes from, our sustainability offerings, and more. Outside of work, I sit on the Board of Directors for the Central California Food Bank which feeds over 300,000 community members in the Central Valley.

 

Editor’s Note: This interview has been edited for length and clarity.

Articles May 5, 2023

Growing for the Future: Safeguarding coffee and cocoa from the climate crisis

Imagine waking up to a world without your morning cup of coffee or being able to enjoy your favorite chocolate. Unthinkable, right? But climate change threatens the livelihoods of millions of small-scale farmers who grow these everyday ingredients.

 

That's where HEARTH (Health, Ecosystems, and Agriculture for Resilient, Thriving Societies) comes in. It is a collaborative public-private partnership approach to sustainable development in biodiverse landscapes initiated by the United States Agency for International Development (USAID).

 

Together, USAID, olam food ingredients (ofi), and partners have invested approximately $50 million across six cocoa and coffee projects worldwide, including four HEARTH partnerships. We aim to equip farmers with the right tools and training to transition to more environmentally friendly techniques without sacrificing their livelihoods. There are three key ingredients at the core of HEARTH’s approach to climate action: