Category Manager - Indirect Purchasing

Job Title

Category Manager
- Indirect Purchasing

$110,000 - $135,000 Annual Salary

Base salary or hourly wage range will vary based on multiple factors, including prior experience, relevant expertise, current business needs, and market factors. Range is not inclusive of potential bonus or benefits. Your recruiter can share more information about the salary range and other factors during the hiring process.

Hybrid, Din Tai Fung
- Restaurant Support Center in Arcadia/Pasadena, California

Din Tai Fung is a globally celebrated, family‑owned restaurant brand founded in 1972 and internationally renowned for its iconic Xiao Long Bao. With more than 165 locations across 13 countries including 20 in North America, DTF is Michelin‑recognized and admired for its uncompromising quality, authentic flavors, and warm, gracious hospitality. Each location delivers an elevated yet inviting cultural dining experience designed to delight guests on any occasion.

• Competitive Pay & Benefits
• Employer contribution for individuals and eligible dependents’ medical insurance
• Dental, vision, and life insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Commuter spending accounts
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Employee assistance program
• Discounts through Benefit Hub
• Employee meal discounts
• Paid time off (PTO) to support work‑life balance (accrued based on length of service)
• Paid sick leave (PSL) to care for your health or loved ones
• Quarterly wellness days – extra time off to recharge each season
• Bonus eligible
• Opportunities for growth; we love promoting within

The Category Manager – Indirect Purchasing will pair strong organizational skills with a passion for sourcing and executing strategic partnerships with suppliers and manufacturers, fostering long‑term relationships to support a dramatically growing business. A successful Category Manager will demonstrate attention to detail, dynamism, urgency, adaptability, critical thinking, and strong negotiating skills to drive long‑term value. Items under this ownership include chemicals, small‑wares, paper and packaging, tableware, and small equipment, comprising 500+ SKUs.

• Oversee the day‑to‑day purchasing program for the entire non‑food/indirect category across all restaurants and central kitchen operations.
• Negotiate, benchmark, and conduct RFPs to secure competitive pricing for all items.
• Discover and onboard strategic suppliers to support growth into new markets.
• Establish forecasting, demand planning, and inventory management processes with suppliers and distributors.
• Manage financials, including budgets, pricing agreements, and price verification processes.
• Collaborate with the Director of Procurement and SVP of Supply Chain on driving strategic planning initiatives.
• Create contingency plans to avoid supply interruptions across the system.
• Streamline procurement and distribution network to optimize efficiencies and simplify operations.

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5+ years of progressive procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or distribution experience within the restaurant, food service, hospitality, or consumer goods industry.
• Experience managing supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
• Strong financial acumen with experience analyzing pricing, budgets, forecasts, and cost‑saving opportunities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

• Experience supporting multi‑unit restaurant or hospitality operations.
• Experience leading RFP processes and supplier transitions.
• Knowledge of indirect procurement categories including packaging, chemicals, smallwares, equipment, and operating supplies.
• APICS, CPSM, CSCP, or other procurement/supply chain certifications.
• Project management experience with cross‑functional business initiatives.

• Ability to remain in a…