Procurement Manager, Foodservice

AVI Foodsystems is looking for a friendly and hard-working leader to fill the role of Foodservice Procurement Manager at our Headquarters location in Warren, OH .


Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.



Duties & Responsibilities:

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the supply chain of all food and supplies for the foodservice division.
• Plan and buy food, parts, supplies, and services in a timely and cost effective manner, while also ensuring maintenance of appropriate quality standards, safety standards, and specifications
• Develop and implement strategies for the procurement of all goods and services as noted
• Forecast future procurement needs
• Create and implement key performance indicators to ensure savings and lower cost of goods
• Maintain positive relations with existing suppliers, and source new key suppliers and products
• Negotiate prices on key ingredients and establish annual purchasing strategies
• Prepare RFQs for all goods and services
• Approve purchases in accordance with company policy
• Coordinate pricing and approved vendor information with other internal company departments
• Oversee all foodservice rebate programs, price sheets, order guides, new account set ups and account exit strategies
• Arrange food tests, working with Dietary and Culinary
• Serve as liaison with the Accounts Payable Department to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices
• Serve as liaison with Operations, Field Managers, and Chefs regarding vendor issues.

Requirements:

• 3 or more years of management level experience in the purchasing/procurement field, preferably in a hospitality-focused organization, including restaurant chains, hotel chains, food service companies, and purchasing groups that focus on these industries
• Bachelor's Degree is preferred
• Solid understanding and experience with purchasing strategies & inventory management
• Strong negotiation skills
• Product development experience preferred
• Proven analytical and decision-making skills to support effective buying decisions, problem resolution, process improvements, cost reductions, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Assertive, outgoing, professional demeanor
• Customer service orientation, with high levels of organization and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational, writing and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Develop budget and strategy to achieve budgeted cost of goods

Benefits:


AVI offers:

• A family culture and atmosphere
• Competitive compensation
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance for full-time team members
• 401(k) with generous company match
• Paid vacations and holidays
• Immense training and growth opportunities

Text AVI to 51893 to join our talent network and apply!



We conduct pre-employment drug testing. EOE

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