ASSOCIATE SOURCING DIRECTOR

Job Description

Job Description

Salary :  $125,000-$145.000

Pay Grade :   17

Other Forms of Compensation :   Bonus eligible ​

Who is Foodbuy?

We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions. We are the subsidiary to the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC), yet Foodbuy has the feel of a small entrepreneurial Company. We pride ourselves on our ability to source and provide a variety of products and services that help our customers more easily, and cost effectively, run their businesses. We work with clients in the Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries, and of course we support Compass Group which is the world’s largest contract food and support services provider.

Why Foodbuy?

We care about our associates, our clients, and our community. We think big, encourage innovation and debate, and seek out game changers. Our benefits and PTO offerings are strong. Our compensation packages are competitive. And we are constantly growing, and we want our associates’ careers to grow along with us. We have an open and modern work environment, believe in flexibility, and promote a collaborative open door environment.

Additionally, we follow a value system called People FIRST , which stands for F lexibility, I nclusion, R esults, S ustainability and T ransparency.  People FIRST is the foundation for everything we do at Foodbuy. It is how we connect and interact with our clients, business partners and fellow associates.

Job Summary

Job Summary :

The primary duty of this position is to develop and manage sourcing category strategies and understand the business / company requirements

to maximize value and partner with business stakeholders. This role has deep sourcing and vendor management experience to operate at all

levels of the organization and moves seamlessly from strategic to tactical to provide insights based upon market conditions

Responsibilities :

• Coach, mentor and develop staff, including overseeing new employee onboarding and providing career development planning and opportunities.
• Leads the negotiation and contract management of large scale, enterprise wide volume purchase agreements without guidance.
• Leads cross functional teams to develop meaningful requirements to ensure quality responses from suppliers.
• Provide fact based recommendations to executive level management for constructing the best overall strategic buy decisions.
• Continuously seeks out cost savings opportunities and lead efforts to realize the savings.
• Independently develops a strategic sourcing plan based on an understanding of business goals and objectives, the supply market and benchmarking.
• Effectively documents, communicates and gains buy in across the organization to ensure alignment.

Requirements :

Apply to Foodbuy today!

Foodbuy is a member of Compass Group USA

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer : this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Foodbuy maintains a drug-free workplace.

Associates at Foodbuy are offered many fantastic benefits.

Associates may also be eligible for paid and / or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.

Req ID :   1468353

Foodbuy

MARIANA SMITH

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