Director – Supply Chain & Procurement – Fuzzy’s

Director – Supply Chain & Procurement – Fuzzy’s

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in Supply Chain Management
• 5+ years of experience in Supply Chain team management and development
• 3+ years of working experience in the food service, hospitality, restaurant or retail grocery industry
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills with a strong service mentality.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to lead and develop cross-functional teams.
• Ability to think strategically and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with digital tools and technologies used in supply chain management.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies that align with the company’s goals and objectives.
• Set vision and implement value-adding long-term commodity strategies.
• Oversee inventory management processes to ensure optimal supply.
• Collaborate across Brand leadership and operations teams to achieve cost, performance and quality targets.
• Lead procurement processes, including vendor selection and contract negotiation.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Mitigate supply continuity risks by partnering with vendors, distribution network, and internal business stakeholders.
• Develop and manage key supplier relationships to reduce overall total costs, enhance product performance, and improve supplier performance.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency regarding supply chain performance and effectively works through barriers.
• Oversee supply chain projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred.