SR DIRECTOR OF CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT - CENTER OF PLATE AND PROTEIN

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 worlds 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

The primary duty of this position is a leadership position to drive development and

implementation of the day-to-day execution of assigned categories (Center of Plate and Protein) and business plans to

provide flexibility, responsive, and innovative strategies for growth. Responsible to lead a team

for development of category strategy or category member strategy in partnership with some

of the largest suppliers in the industry to deliver financial results across a broad range of

channels and clients by applying procurement expertise including negotiation, budgeting, and

forecasting, aligning customer needs with program opportunities, fostering supplier

relationships, and engaging in cross-functional resources to deliver strategies for growth.

Responsibilities :

• Achieve annual financial targets and take ownership for budget setting, ongoing

management, and monthly re-forecasting of income at a detailed supplier level for

team.

defining an improvement plan for the near, mid, and long-term to stimulate interest from

and engagement with stakeholders.

between growing existing high margin, mature, foodservice focused categories with

launching exciting new portfolio offerings to compete in underpenetrated business

channels.

Contract Management (PCM), KPI & SLA development and tracking, stakeholder

engagement, communications, risk, and Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

including business reviews and scorecards.

and external support for the benefit of the business.

utilization and growth initiatives to help drive key business strategies.

opportunities to derive new commercial advantage and mitigate risks.

effective route to market.

pricing / cost / value / innovation.

Requirements :

experience leading a team of direct reports.

distribution, and consumer insights to build unrivalled client value.

projects.

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 : 1454071

Foodbuy

MARIANA SMITH

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