Category Manager - Indirect Purchasing

Din Tai Fung North America•Arcadia, CA

1d•$110,000 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Category Manager – Indirect Purchasing will pair strong organizational skills with a true passion for sourcing and executing strategic partnerships with suppliers and manufacturers, fostering long-term relationships to support a dramatically growing business. A successful Category Manager will demonstrate attention to detail, a dynamic personality, urgency, adaptability, critical thinking, and strong negotiating skills to drive long-term value. Items under this ownership include chemicals, smallware, paper and packaging, tableware, and small equipment, comprising 500+ SKUs.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Procurement, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years of progressive procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or distribution experience within the restaurant, foodservice, hospitality, or consumer goods industry.
Experience managing supplier relationships, contract negotiations, and strategic sourcing initiatives.
Strong financial acumen with experience analyzing pricing, budgets, forecasts, and cost-saving opportunities.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other business software applications.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting multi-unit restaurant or hospitality operations.
Experience leading RFP processes and supplier transitions.
Knowledge of indirect procurement categories including packaging, chemicals, smallwares, equipment, and operating supplies.
APICS, CPSM, CSCP, or other procurement/supply chain certifications.
Project management experience with cross-functional business initiatives.

Responsibilities

Oversee the day-to-day purchasing program for the entire non-foods/indirect category across all restaurants and central kitchen operations.
Negotiate, benchmark, and conduct RFPs to secure competitive pricing for all items.
Discover and onboard strategic suppliers to support growth into new markets.
Establish forecasting, demand planning, and inventory management processes with suppliers and distributors.
Manage financials, including budgets, pricing agreements, and price verification processes
Collaborate with the Director of Procurement and SVP of Supply Chain on driving strategic planning initiatives.
Create contingency plans to avoid supply interruptions across the system.
Streamline procurement and distribution network to optimize efficiencies and simplify operations.

Benefits

Competitive Pay & Benefits
Employer Contribution for individuals and eligible dependents' medical insurance
Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Commuter Spending Accounts
401(k) Plan with company match
Employee Assistance Program
Discounts through BenefitHub
Employee Meal Discounts
Paid Time Off (PTO) to support work-life balance (accrued based on length of service)
Paid Sick Leave (PSL) to care for your health or loved ones
Quarterly Wellness Days - extra time off to recharge every season
Bonus Eligible
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