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Director of Supply Chain
Job in
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California, 92002, USA
Listed on 2026-07-08
Listing for:
Luna Grill Mediterranean Kitchen
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-08
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Procurement / Purchasing, Logistics Coordination, Supply Chain / Intl. Trade, Supply Chain Manager
Job Description & How to Apply Below
This is the supply chain role where strategy meets growth—and every decision you make reaches our guests.
As Director of Supply Chain, you'll lead procurement, sourcing, distribution, logistics, and supplier strategy across the Luna Grill system. You'll partner closely with Culinary, Operations, Marketing, Development, Finance, and Executive Leadership to ensure our restaurants have the right products, at the right cost, from the right partners—every single day.
Your work will directly impact:- Food Cost & Profitability
- Menu Innovation & LTO Launches
- Sustainability Initiatives
- Develop and execute supply chain strategies that support Luna Grill's continued growth and long-term business objectives.
- Optimize sourcing, procurement, distribution, and logistics programs across multiple markets.
- Build scalable infrastructure to support future restaurant expansion.
- Manage a $50M+ purchasing portfolio across food, packaging, smallware, and operational categories.
- Lead strategic sourcing initiatives and supplier negotiations.
- Identify cost savings opportunities while protecting quality, service, and brand standards.
- Analyze commodity markets and proactively manage risks across proteins, produce, dairy, grains, and packaging.
- Oversee distributor and broadline partnerships across multiple distribution centers.
- Ensure contract compliance, service excellence, inventory optimization, and operational readiness.
- Lead distributor forecasting, performance reviews, negotiations, and renewal processes.
- Support every New Restaurant Opening with flawless supply chain execution.
- Collaborate with Culinary to commercialize new menu items and limited‑time offerings.
- Partner with Operations to solve restaurant challenges and improve execution.
- Work alongside Finance to manage budgets, forecasts, rebates, and cost controls.
- Support Development and Facilities teams as new locations come online.
- Provide leadership, direction, and coaching for the Supply Chain team.
- Create accountability, role clarity, and professional development opportunities.
- Build a high‑performing culture focused on innovation, collaboration, and results.
- Develop dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools that improve visibility and performance.
- Monitor supplier scorecards, commodity trends, distribution metrics, and operational risks.
- Present recommendations and business insights to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
We're looking for a leader who combines strategic forward thinking with hands‑on execution.
Qualifications- 10+ years of progressive supply chain experience within multi‑unit restaurants, food service, hospitality, or related industries.
- 5+ years leading teams and supplier relationships at scale.
- Deep expertise in restaurant purchasing, procurement, sourcing, distribution, and logistics.
- Strong knowledge of food and beverage supply chains and commodity markets.
- Experience supporting rapid unit growth and new restaurant openings.
- Proven success negotiating supplier agreements and driving measurable cost savings.
- Exceptional communication, influencing, and relationship‑building skills.
- Strong financial acumen and analytical capabilities.
- Advanced Excel and ERP/MRP systems experience.
- Fast Casual or QSR restaurant brands
- Proprietary ingredient programs
- Supplier qualification and food safety programs
- Sustainability and responsible sourcing initiatives
- Competitive Executive‑Level Compensation
- Performance Bonus Opportunity
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off
- The opportunity to build something meaningful with an incredible team
Luna Grill is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify.
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