Director, Supply Management

Role Overview

Sodexo has an opening for a Director, Supply Management, to join our team. This role is responsible for the management of purchasing contracts in the protein category. The ideal candidate should possess a supply management background, broad-based knowledge of whole muscle and value-added meat products, negotiation skills, ability to understand financial statements, data-based information systems, communicate within all levels of the organization and an understanding of logistics.

Food safety experience and a working knowledge of USDA IMPS is highly preferred.

This is a remote opportunity. Candidates should reside within the Eastern or Central time zone.

• Budgeting and forecasting of category supply chain revenue, analysis of spend to identify opportunities within non-contracted areas and ensuring a strategic sourcing process is followed.
• Participate in Request for Information (RFI) and Request for Pricing (RFP) events, including preparation of bids, evaluation of bid proposals, and pricing negotiations.
• Manage Supplier Agreements that deliver value including best price, service, quality and conditions, while also aligning to the organizational goals.
• Manage supplier relationships through quarterly business reviews to ensure compliance with supply agreement terms and conditions.
• Strategize on new opportunities that deliver value to the organization and support identified KPI's and performance metrics.
• Promote procurement programs that support Sodexo’s corporate initiatives including Supplier Diversity and “Better Tomorrow” sustainability goals.
• Internal cross collaboration with culinary to ensure proper items contracted and available for system usage.
• Manage and mentor direct reports in accordance with the objectives and goals mentioned above.

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience that provides knowledge and exposure to fundamental supply chain theories, principles and concepts
• Experience with supply chain procurement contracts
• Demonstrated negotiation skills
• Understanding of contract terms, including but not limited to Insurance and Indemnification, termination clauses, audit provisions, and federal laws
• Working knowledge of RFI and RFP processes, and scope of work generation to ensure an accurate bid response from qualified bidding parties
• Demonstrated ability to develop and nurture strong supplier relationships.
• Strong management experience
• Familiarity with distribution and logistics
• Expert skill level with Excel Spreadsheets, Word and Power Point

• Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• Minimum Management Experience - 5 years
• Minimum Functional Experience - 5 years of experience in purchasing or related field

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.