Strategic Sourcing Manager

Strategic Sourcing Manager

This role is responsible for managing the overall sourcing strategy for purchased parts, equipment and service providers at Restaurant Technologies; supporting large scale strategic sourcing initiatives related to supplier Cost, Service, Innovation and Responsiveness. Initiate and lead projects that improve the performance and quality of purchased materials and services while minimizing the total cost required to achieve financial objectives (EBITDA & Cash Flow). Identify, select and manage suppliers to drive innovation and new product development. This role will report to the Director of Supply Chain.

Location

This role is fully remote, but must live in the continental US.

Travel

Ability to travel 25-50% domestically without restrictions

Compensation
The base salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000 annually, In addition, this role is eligible for an annual company performance based incentive bonus. Please note that the base salary will vary based on geographic location, market conditions, and the candidate's experience.

We offer a competitive benefits package including car reimbursement program, iPhone and Surface Tablet, 3 weeks of PTO, 10 paid holidays, and more! Learn more here.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to drive cost savings and improve supplier performance

• Work with cross-functional stakeholders to understand business requirements and align sourcing strategies

• Identify and evaluate potential suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier relationships

• Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and practices, integrating larger Restaurant Technologies organizational practices while maintaining a nimble, quick Sourcing team

• Monitor market trends and industry developments to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements

• Adhere to all relevant guidelines and regulations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

• 3+ years’ experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or Finance

• Proven track record of driving cost savings and supplier performance improvement

• Excellent negotiation and contract management skills

• Critical thinker and problem-solving skills

• Expert with Oracle Cloud ERP (or other cloud-based ERP system)

• Sense of ownership and pride in your performance and its impact on company’s success

• Organizational skills – must be organized and committed to meeting deadlines to spearhead both the planning and implementation stages of multiple projects

• Communication skills –ability to build mutual trust and credibility at all levels of an organization. 

• Analytical thinking – able to critically evaluate individual processes and projects, and synthesize insights to monitor and evaluate progress

• Ability and experience in planning, prioritizing competing priorities, budgeting, reporting, and financial analysis

• Effectively facilitate meetings, trainings, presentations and reports

Preferred Requirements

• Experience managing original equipment manufacturers (OEM) and contract manufacturers in a source-to-sell environment.

• Experience sourcing fluid management components and electromechanical assemblies.

• Fluid management components include tanks, hoses, pumps. Electromechanical components include or contain, steel, aluminum, electronics, etc.

• Master’s in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain, or similar related field

• 5 to 7 years’ experience in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business or Finance

Inclusive Employer
At Restaurant Technologies, we celebrate diversity, believe in equity, and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees; we’re proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical​​​ condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or ​expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.”

If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact us by email at [email protected] or call 1-888-796-4997.

Culture & Benefits

Our employees are the foundation of our success and we take care of them! Our comprehensive benefits include professional development, competitive health care coverage, incentives and a healthy work and life balance. We’ve cultivated an award-winning workplace for driven team members who enjoy a fast pace and rapid growth balanced by a flexible and supportive environment. We’ve earned recognition as a “Best Place to Work,” by the Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal along with The Minnesota Work Life Champions Award while consistently earning a spot on Minnesota’s Fastest Growing Companies list. In addition, we’ve earned numerous awards from our customer base who consider Restaurant Technologies a valued strategic partner.

Who We Are

Restaurant Technologies is the leading provider of highly innovative and value-enhancing bulk cooking oil management services to the food service industry. Our solution is environmentally sound, highly efficient and creates a safer, more productive work environment for restaurant personnel. With over 35,000 existing customers we are an established, profitable mid-sized company poised for double-digit growth in the coming year. We are headquartered in suburban Minneapolis, Minnesota with a growing number of sites strategically located across the U.S. serving over 41 metropolitan markets.