Manager, Direct Strategic Sourcing

Manager, Direct Strategic Sourcing

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Base pay range

$119,634.00 / yr - $167,488.00 / yr

Job Purpose

Reporting to the Sr Director, Strategic Sourcing, the Manager, Direct Strategic Sourcing has a critical role in the procurement of food and beverages. This role oversees the purchasing of core products and materials directly from the manufacturer. This critical role is responsible for developing sourcing strategies that ensure cost efficiency, quality, and sustainability in our supply chain.

This position is hybrid and requires three days a week at our Newton, MA offices.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for all direct materials, including food ingredients, produce, beverages, and packaging.
• Conduct market analysis to identify suppliers, assess quality, and negotiate favorable terms and contracts.
• Understand all commodity aspects of your product lines and conduct RFP / RFQ’s to obtain best value for the business
• Collaborate with culinary and operations teams to align sourcing strategies with menu development and operational needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure reliability and quality of products.
• Monitor supplier performance and conduct regular assessments to drive continuous improvement.
• Analyze purchasing data to identify trends, opportunities for savings, and potential risks in the supply chain.
• Stay updated on food industry trends, regulations, and best practices to inform sourcing decisions.
• Develop and implement sustainability initiatives within the sourcing strategy.

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Competitive Pay $119,634-$167,488 annually. The actual pay offered will be determined by multiple factors, including but not limited to the candidate’s relevant experience, job-related knowledge, skills, and geographical location. Individual compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

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Panera Bread – Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, or disability status.

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