Procurement Manager, Foodservice

at  AVI Foodsystems Inc

AVI Foodsystems is looking for a friendly and hard-working leader to fill the role of Foodservice Procurement Manager at our Headquarters location in Warren, OH.
Founded in 1960, AVI Foodsystems has evolved into one of the most respected and trusted food service companies in the nation. Providing comprehensive food services with a focus on the highest quality and freshest ingredients, impeccable service and total value is the reputation we have earned and live up to everyday.

REQUIREMENTS:

• 3 or more years of management level experience in the purchasing/procurement field, preferably in a hospitality-focused organization, including restaurant chains, hotel chains, food service companies, and purchasing groups that focus on these industries
• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred
• Solid understanding and experience with purchasing strategies & inventory management
• Strong negotiation skills
• Product development experience preferred
• Proven analytical and decision-making skills to support effective buying decisions, problem resolution, process improvements, cost reductions, etc.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
• Assertive, outgoing, professional demeanor
• Customer service orientation, with high levels of organization and attention to detail
• Excellent organizational, writing and communication skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, constantly changing environment
• Develop budget and strategy to achieve budgeted cost of goods

• Manage the day-to-day operations of the supply chain of all food and supplies for the foodservice division.
• Plan and buy food, parts, supplies, and services in a timely and cost effective manner, while also ensuring maintenance of appropriate quality standards, safety standards, and specifications
• Develop and implement strategies for the procurement of all goods and services as noted
• Forecast future procurement needs
• Create and implement key performance indicators to ensure savings and lower cost of goods
• Maintain positive relations with existing suppliers, and source new key suppliers and products
• Negotiate prices on key ingredients and establish annual purchasing strategies
• Prepare RFQs for all goods and services
• Approve purchases in accordance with company policy
• Coordinate pricing and approved vendor information with other internal company departments
• Oversee all foodservice rebate programs, price sheets, order guides, new account set ups and account exit strategies
• Arrange food tests, working with Dietary and Culinary
• Serve as liaison with the Accounts Payable Department to ensure accurate and timely payment of invoices
• Serve as liaison with Operations, Field Managers, and Chefs regarding vendor issues.