Sr. Procurement Manager Non-Food

Our client is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and category management efforts across a diverse portfolio of non-food spend categories, including FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment), Smallwares, Equipment, Capital Projects (Cap Ex), and Packaging
. This role will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, negotiating supplier agreements, driving cost optimization initiatives, and ensuring supply continuity across a growing restaurant organization.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in restaurant industry procurement
, experience managing complex supplier relationships, and a proven track record of delivering savings while supporting operational excellence and growth initiatives.

Our client is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and category management efforts across a diverse portfolio of non-food spend categories, including FF&E (Furniture, Fixtures & Equipment), Smallwares, Equipment, Capital Projects (Cap Ex), and Packaging
. This role will be responsible for developing sourcing strategies, negotiating supplier agreements, driving cost optimization initiatives, and ensuring supply continuity across a growing restaurant organization.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in restaurant industry procurement
, experience managing complex supplier relationships, and a proven track record of delivering savings while supporting operational excellence and growth initiatives.

• Develop and execute category strategies for FF&E, Smallwares, Equipment, Packaging, and Cap Ex-related purchases.
• Lead strategic sourcing events, RFPs, contract negotiations, and supplier selection processes.
• Identify and implement cost savings, value engineering, and process improvement initiatives across assigned categories.
• Partner with Operations, Development, Construction, Facilities, Finance, and Supply Chain teams to support restaurant growth and capital investment plans.
• Manage supplier performance through established KPIs focused on quality, service, cost, innovation, and delivery.
• Support new restaurant openings, remodel programs, and equipment replacement initiatives.
• Evaluate market trends, industry benchmarks, and supplier capabilities to ensure competitive sourcing strategies.
• Negotiate favorable commercial terms, rebates, service agreements, and long-term contracts.
• Develop risk mitigation strategies to ensure continuity of supply and minimize disruption to restaurant operations.
• Present sourcing strategies, supplier recommendations, and savings opportunities to executive leadership.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of progressive procurement, sourcing, or category management experience.
• Restaurant, food service, hospitality, or multi-unit retail industry experience required.
• Experience managing one or more of the following categories:
  • FF&E
  • Smallwares
  • Restaurant Equipment
  • Packaging
  • Capital Expenditures (Cap Ex)
  • Facilities or Construction-related spend
• Strong contract negotiation and supplier management experience.
• Demonstrated ability to lead complex sourcing initiatives and deliver measurable cost savings.
• Strong analytical, financial, and project management skills.
• Advanced Excel and ERP/Procurement system experience.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management capabilities.

• Experience supporting large-scale restaurant development, remodel, or franchise growth initiatives.
• Background managing national supplier networks and strategic sourcing programs.
• CPSM, CPM, CSCP, or related procurement certification.
• Experience with sustainability, packaging innovation, or supplier diversity initiatives.