Noodles & Company Broomfield , CO 80021
Posted 4 days ago
Overview
Application Deadline: We will be accepting applications for this position until 6/15/2024. Interested candidates must submit their applications before the deadline to be considered for this opportunity. We appreciate your continued interest.
About YouThe Director of Supply Chain is responsible for contributing to the growth and profitability of Noodles by employing purchasing, distribution, and inventory management strategies and procedures associated with the procurement of product(s).
About Noodles
At Noodles & Company, our mission is to always nourish and inspire every team member, guest and community we serve. We accomplish this by living our values of We Care, We Show Pride, We are Passionate, and We Love Life! We provide our team members with opportunities to learn culinary skills working with fresh food and the art of personal connection with our guests. Come join our amazing team, make new friends, develop your career and have fun!
Benefits
Careers at Noodles are served with a side of:
Pay range: $117,000-$150,000
Eligible for annual performance bonus
Flexible paid time off
Medical, dental and vision insurance
401(k) and stock purchase discounts
Paid maternity and paternity leaves, adoption and surrogacy benefits
Discounts through our gift card program
Scholarship opportunities
Learn more about our benefits: noodles.com/careers/perks/
Your Day in the Life
Source and procure assigned categories of food and non-food food items
Responsible for tracking product testing and roll-out for new items
Conduct pricing and product specification compliance audits
Maintain Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for various distribution and supplier networks
Work as a member of a cross functional team on a wide variety of projects across the organization
Seek cost savings opportunities with Supply Chain, Culinary, and Operations
Negotiate purchase price for all assigned items
Maintain vendor contract database and approved vendor files
Apply consistent procurement processes within constituent groups served
Build and establish strategic relationships with key suppliers
Coordinate supplies for new restaurant openings
Help optimize freight and logistics around noodles items.
What You Bring to the Team
Ability to maintain and build strong relationships
Influence decisions and actions
Think strategically and creatively
Ability to uphold targeted KPIs including inventory levels & stock-outs, cost savings as a percentage of spend, new menu supplies and product rollouts, and strategic program effectiveness.
Decision Making - demonstrate ability to make sound, professionally based decisions
Organization - demonstrate ability to proactively prioritize needs and manage projects effectively
Negotiation - understand terms and conditions, licensing, regulatory requirements, and analysis cost-benefits of vendor agreements. Work with suppliers of these agreements to satisfy the interests of both organizations
Business Communication - develop and maintain interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively and build strong relationships both internally and externally
Change Management - be an advocate for positive change and improvement within the department and organization by identifying and communication the compelling need for change/ improvement. Conceptualize issues and problems and convey them in business terms to key executives.
Financial Analysis - use analysis technology, methods, processes, and financial data to evaluate financial cost benefits of sourcing and procurement strategies
Knowledge of Financial Management - demonstrate knowledge and skill in using such strategy tools as competitor analysis, business/ competitive scenarios, market trends, customer profiles, etc.
Presentation - demonstrate ability to maximize interest and establish a rapport with the audience when conveying information. Write effectively, collect and verify data and create presentations from scratch.
Familiarity with Arrowstream reporting will be considered a advantage
Minimum of five to seven years of professional experience in food service supply chain management
Must have experience with Microsoft office as well as RFP protocols and process software
Previous multi-unit restaurant experience required with franchisee experience preferred
Bachelor's degree preferred, but professional experience as a leader in hospitality supply chain management is acceptable as a substitute
Noodles is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Military Friendly - Veterans & Spouses are encouraged to apply. We are proud to be recognized on Forbes' Best Employers for Diversity and Forbes' Best Employers for Women lists and are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where Noodlers can bring their full self to work.
Pay Range
USD $117,000.00 - USD $150,000.00 /Yr.
Location : Address
520 Zang Street
Location : City
Broomfield
Location : State/Province
CO
Noodles & Company