About Us

Food Source is true to its name!

We source and supply quality and innovative products for the Food, Dairy, Nutraceutical and Pharmaceutical industries.  We have suppliers that deliver consistent, high-quality products fit for use.

We are well aligned with  Organic, Kosher, BRC and Halal certifications, which are being sought by our clients and ensure certification of our suppliers is both up to date and accessible.

Some of the projects we have completed include:

  • Increased protein levels and added texture in breakfast cereals and muesli bars using Pea Protein crisps
  • Vitamin A into an adult milk formula
  • Used novel sweeteners to offer clean label options
  • Reduce the spend on 2 key ingredients by 18%

If you are a Product Development Professional, we ensure you have access to the best recommendations from suppliers and solutions to challenges faced.

Purchasing Officers, we provide information to assist you in ensuring you are getting the best possible product and are keeping your manufacturing plant working without delays caused by product shortage.

Food Source actively pursues hard-to-find products and strives to be at the forefront of innovation and will happily source what you are looking for.

We are constantly monitoring the market and proactively share what we see as major trends internationally.

For more information or discuss your requirements, please click here to contact us.

The Team

Paul

Paul is the founder and director of Food Source.

He has extensive knowledge and experience having worked in the wholesale food industry for many years across Australia and New Zealand.

Highly sort after for his strong background in business development, Paul spent time working for companies such as Univar, IMCD and Barentz.

Email: Paul@food-source.co.nz

Mob:027 484 5387

Mike

Mike is a Director of Food Source and is a highly experienced Senior Executive.

His previous roles include working with major corporate and government clients with a particular focus on innovation, training, technology and logistics.

He has a passion for outstanding customer experiences and brings a mature business approach to Food Source.

Email: Mike@food-source.co.nz

Mob: 041 981 2384

Andrew

Andrew is the newest member to our Australian team. 

He brings to us a Masters in Food Technology and an undergraduate degree in Human Nutrition and 23 years of experience in the food industry in product development ,sales and operational improvement.

Email: Andrew@food-source.co.nz

Mob: 0474 836 664

Andrew

Veronica

Veronica is a Co-Founder and Director of Food Source.

Having a long-term interest in nutrition and wellness, she brings passion for innovative products alongside a creative approach to helping customers achieve their goals.

Having been involved with all aspects of Food Source, she will find the best solution for your needs.

Email: Veronica@food-source.co.nz

Mob: 027 536 9647

Meet the Team:

Derek Stretton - Logistics Manager 

Derek Stretton came on board with Food Source at the end of 2022, he brings a wealth of knowledge in logistics after being in the industry for 25+ years along with owing his own business for 17 years.

Email: derek@food-source.co.nz Mob: 0204 146 8294

Jessica "Jess" Buffery - Customer Services & Logistics Co-Ordinator 

Jessica “Jess” Buffery has been with Food-Source for 5 years, she has spent time in nearly every role at Food Source, settling into Customer Services and Logistics. 

Email: logistics@food-source.co.nz  Mob: 0204 089 5920