We are looking for a Director of Purchasing and Supply Chain for our growing Fast-Casual NYC-based hospitality group. As a Director of Purchasing and Supply Chain, you will work with interdepartmental teams, including sales, R&D, regulatory, engineering, logistics, purchasing, and finance departments to efficiently launch new items. We offer a healthy people culture and growth opportunities. Salary up to 130K. Working directly with the CEO.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Direct the activities of all functions involved in the purchasing, planning, warehousing, and

control of materials. Forecast replenishment needs to be the delivery of the finished product.

• Identify process bottlenecks and implement solutions in a timely manner.

• Manage inventory and establishes controls to ensure the highest level of performance based on

key performance metrics and minimized supply chain risk.

• Participate in existing and new product planning processes to assure the timely acquisition of

materials to support product launches. Develop strategies, policies, and procedures to optimize

value of the entire operation.

• Lead negotiation efforts for major contracts. Develop and manage departmental budgets

accordingly. Establish annual goals and objectives, (including stretch targets) in coordination

with corporate objectives.

• Collaborate accordingly with Operations, Marketing, and Sales teams on necessary projects.

• Lead and coach others in maintaining excellence on quality control, and safety. Develop and

continuously improve supplier programs.

• Determine key supply chain KPIs. Provide constructive feedback.

• Build and maintain good relationships with vendors.

• Maintain compliance with all regulatory requirements and ethical standards related to

procurement.

Skills and Certifications:

• 10-15 years of progressive experience in purchasing and materials management roles.

• Hands-on experience with supply chain management software (such as SAP MM, AP

Modules, SAP Plant Maintenance, etc.)

• Excellent Analytical and Negotiation skills.

• Critical Thinking and Problem-Solving skills.

• Good Time-Management skills.

• Great interpersonal and communication skills.

• Innovative.

• Team Player.

• Advanced certifications are a plus.

Education Requirements: Relevant Bachelor’s Degree (Business, Finance)

 Masters or MBA preferred. 

At Goodwin Recruiting we are committed to our core values. We take our value, Dedicated to Diversity & Inclusion, very seriously and will never discriminate against a candidate or client based on any protected classes. Our clients seek qualified candidates, and that is what we deliver. A person's age, gender, race, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status, or arrest or conviction record has no bearing on whether he, she, or they are able to do the job. We evaluate the knowledge, skills, and abilities that meet the requirements of the position and aim to open doors and change lives. We value all people, understanding that uniqueness and diversity foster a stronger team that is innovative and brings varying perspectives to the table. We put our money where our mouth is and are proud of our efforts to identify a broad slate of candidates, with many hiring success stories to share.   JOB ID: 129352 #post

James Kinder