SOURCING MANAGER

Foodbuy Regional Procurement Manager

We are the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions. 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 we support Compass Group which is the world's largest contract food and support services provider. 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 Flexibility, Inclusion, Results, Sustainability and Transparency. 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

This position manages regional procurement with a level of technical and supply complexity. Duties will include leading the process of a regional supply market understanding, supplier search and selection, contracting, and ongoing supplier relationship management. The role will implement regional procurement strategy and lead cross functional teams to execute cost savings (and inflation mitigation) value, mitigate supply risk, and contribute to increased delivered profit.

Responsibilities :

Leads the negotiation and contract management of tactical and / or abbreviated volume purchase agreements with guidance.

In conjunction with the key business stakeholders, conduct activities relating to negotiating, evaluating, and selection of suppliers.

Analyze and interpret numerical data and perform basic financial analyses and price benchmarking activity.

Negotiate and deliver cost reductions, as well as year-over-year productivity improvements while maintaining or improving product quality and supplier service levels.

Analyze and monitor market conditions and industry analysis for assigned contracts to identify opportunity to improve cost of goods / business profitability, forward buys, market purchasing timing, risk management and spot-buy negotiations.

Implement best sourcing processes and tools e.g. traditional RFQ / RFP / RFI, online auction, collaborative sourcing, multi-even negotiations, etc.

With limited supervision, assumes responsibility for managing / coordinating RFx responses / bids through the entire process or as a team member to complete the response.

Identify and assess potential supplier pool to assure alignment with the strategy in terms of cost, capacity, and performance.

Participate in facilitation and leading of cross-functional projects with key stakeholders to develop effective cost reduction and risk mitigation tactics as well as implementation plans while maintaining and improving internal client satisfaction.

Develop and manage project plans to ensure completion of required activities and achievement of business needs in the agreed timescales.

Requirements :

Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required.

4+ years proven management experience in Procurement / Supply Chain / Sourcing role with a track record of solid management behavior and results.

Effective written and verbal communication skills.

Project Management skills / experience.

Ability to manage multiple priorities among cross-functional teams.

Proven customer focus orientation.

Proven advanced and methodical analytical skills using large data sets.

Exposure / experience managing P&L or budget.

Experience negotiating contracts.

Leadership role in project, event, or team scenario.

Advanced Microsoft Word proficiency.

Up to 10% Travel Annually.

Foodbuy is a member of Compass Group USA. 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. Associates at Foodbuy are offered many fantastic benefits.