Job Summary
The Senior Manager, Commodity & Food Procurement is responsible to support the development and execution of strategic purchasing strategies across our food and commodity portfolio. The role is responsible to work collaboratively with key stakeholders to establish and execute sourcing strategies that support Papa Johns' business and commodity risk management policy.
Duties and Responsibilities (other duties as assigned)
Manage the development and execution of purchasing and supply chain strategies for agricultural and commodity-based items.
Collaborate with internal and external stakeholder to identify strategic sourcing strategies that deliver supply assurance to operators.
Monitor market conditions and oversees the purchase of commodities, update Papa John’s inventory strategy, and coordinate with suppliers to ensure the stability of our supply chain.
Manage project-approved budgets to effectively navigate market risks to help the business reach its commodity goals.
Create program-specific sourcing strategies to optimize supplier base and total cost of ownership.
Strong negotiation and financial acumen.
Identify potential cost savings, spend reduction, supplier consolidation, and standardization opportunities. Institutes and promotes cost optimization projects.
Lead cross-functional teams in supplier review and selection activities to support cost reduction improvement processes; analysis, selection criteria, RFI and RFP development and supplier selection.
Evaluate incumbent suppliers, including evaluation and selection criteria and refine current sourcing strategy and recommend improvements.
Develop and review performance data with suppliers to implement continuous cost and quality improvements.
Identify and solve potential supply chain problems and continually seeks new opportunities for innovation.
Prepare and manage contracts.
Education, Experience & Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain required, MBA preferred.
3-5 years of proven success in procurement, commodity management or other relevant experience.
Proven negotiation skills.
Functional Skills
Strong critical thinking skills with the ability to navigate complex issues with a strategic, tactical, and original perspective.
Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
Proven independent thinker with a demonstrated ability to lead and motivate employees.
Ability to influence and collaborate on strategic goals to drive business results.
Able to work in a challenging, fast-paced environment.
Work cross-functionality on multiple initiatives with a successful record of advancing projects.
Detailed analytical skills.
Contract management.
Knowledge of finance and restaurant operations.
Our Values
EVERYONE BELONGS – We believe connectedness and belonging are the essential ingredients to our success.
DO THE RIGHT THING –We are relentlessly focused on quality and integrity and make the right choices, even when it's difficult.
PEOPLE FIRST – To craft positive experiences for our customers, we take care of each other first.
INNOVATE TO WIN – We champion and challenge for a better way in all we do.
HAVE FUN – We find joy, create meaningful impact and celebrate the journey together.
Our Core Competencies
CUSTOMER CENTRIC - We leverage data and insights to craft a customer experience that builds relationships, cultivates trust, and delivers excellence.
RESULTS DRIVEN – We focus on measurable outcomes by remaining optimistic, tenacious, and persistent even in the face of challenges.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT –We champion for better through strategic risk taking, experimentation and challenging the status quo.
BIAS FOR ACTION – We courageously lead, drive towards decisions, and maintain agility to meet the demands of our dynamic industry.
WINNING TOGETHER – We work together to unlock our full potential by actively collaborating and contributing in a cross-functional capacity.
Papa Johns is an equal opportunity employer.