Director, Procurement

Chili's•Coppell, TX

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Director, Procurement Coppell, TX What does it mean to be a BrinkerHead? It means creating moments that make everyone feel special — whether you’re supporting our restaurants, celebrating wins with your team, or sparking ideas that keep Guests coming back. We play like a team, take pride in our culture, and know that life’s too short not to work happy. At Brinker’s Restaurant Support Center (RSC), every role fuels the success of our brands — Chili’s® Grill & Bar and Maggiano’s Little Italy® — and directly impacts Team Members and Guests. From bold ideas to everyday support, we help create a fun atmosphere, great food and drinks, and the kind of hospitality that keeps everyone coming back. Here, you’ll discover opportunities for career growth, belonging, wellbeing, and plenty of chances to work hard and have fun. Brinker International is an equal opportunity employer. We’re proud to provide a welcoming, respectful environment where everyone can thrive. Job Summary Brinker is seeking an experienced Director to provide leadership within the Food Supply Chain with emphasis in Protein Procurement. This position will lead team on all strategic activities involving center of the plate items. Individual will report to the Vice President of Food and Beverage. What You’ll Do Develop and implement Supply Chain strategies for each assigned product category to support the joint business objectives of Brinker. Lead a productive and engaged Protein Procurement team through effective coaching, priority setting, performance management, and talent selection. Development of long-term alliances with suppliers and internal stakeholders to leverage the company’s knowledge and purchasing power and secure the best products, service, quality and price in the industry. Foster and maintain positive, productive relationships between the Protein Procurement team, suppliers, and internal stakeholders. Enhance strategies for product sourcing and development, supplier negotiations, and effective inventory management to support menu rollouts and new product implementations. Analyze complex data, negotiate prices and terms, and develop contracting recommendations based on sound judgment, problem solving, and financial analysis. Fully understand the strategic sourcing model, including editing, reviewing, and managing contracts. Ensure contract compliance. Continually seek out and develop new suppliers to ensure a competitive edge in the industry and the lowest possible delivered cost to all Brinker restaurants. Oversee the creation, issuance, and management of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) using appropriate department processes & technology. Take a lead role in addressing difficult product and stakeholder support issues; convey a sense of urgency and drive issues to closure, in a positive and productive manner. Ensure that Brinker’s Code of Business Conduct is followed in dealings with all suppliers and distributors. What You Bring to the Team BA/BS degree 10 or more years of supply chain experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry required, along with 5-7 years of management experience. Experience in strategically evaluating Protein categories and suppliers. Must have strategic sourcing experience, including reviewing, editing, and approving contracts with current & future suppliers. Leadership - Ability to establish clear expectations aligned with organizational priorities and build a strong team that can effectively execute against those expectations. Work through others to achieve results, and encourage performance through motivation, recognition and timely feedback. Strategic Management - Ability to develop distinctive strategies to achieve competitive advantage; translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plans; align the organization to support strategic priorities; foresee and take action to deal with problems and opportunities. Assumes personal responsibility for implementing change initiatives by leveraging Culture of Accountability. Judgment/Decision Making - Ability to analyze complex data and make appropriate business judgments based on sound reasoning, problem solving, and financial analysis. Anticipates potential problems through objective and systematic evaluation of information and quickly decides on the most appropriate action. Communication, Presentation and Reporting Skills - Ability to make clear, concise and convincing business presentations and reports using data that will have high level impact with executive and senior level management. Why Brinker At Brinker, we believe life is short, so work happy! That means creating an environment where you can grow your career, feel a sense of belonging and wellbeing, and have fun along the way. Here’s how we make that real for our BrinkerHeads at the RSC: Flexibility that fits your life: Hybrid schedules with weekly flex days to work from home. Benefits that support you: Competitive package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; 401(k) with company match; Employee Assistance Program with counseling, financial, legal, and life resources; and Best You EDU, offering education programs and tuition reimbursement. Enjoy our brands: Generous dining discounts at Chili’s® Grill & Bar and Maggiano’s Little Italy®. Rewards for your impact: Annual bonus eligibility for every RSC Team Member. Wellbeing at work: On-site gym and fitness classes like yoga and boot camp. A culture worth celebrating: From company-wide events to a casual, collaborative atmosphere, you’ll find plenty of ways to connect, work hard, and play hard. Check our Careers page and LinkedIn for more exciting opportunities!

Requirements

BA/BS degree
10 or more years of supply chain experience in the restaurant or hospitality industry required, along with 5-7 years of management experience.
Experience in strategically evaluating Protein categories and suppliers.
Must have strategic sourcing experience, including reviewing, editing, and approving contracts with current & future suppliers.
Leadership - Ability to establish clear expectations aligned with organizational priorities and build a strong team that can effectively execute against those expectations. Work through others to achieve results, and encourage performance through motivation, recognition and timely feedback.
Strategic Management - Ability to develop distinctive strategies to achieve competitive advantage; translate broad strategies into specific objectives and action plans; align the organization to support strategic priorities; foresee and take action to deal with problems and opportunities. Assumes personal responsibility for implementing change initiatives by leveraging Culture of Accountability.
Judgment/Decision Making - Ability to analyze complex data and make appropriate business judgments based on sound reasoning, problem solving, and financial analysis. Anticipates potential problems through objective and systematic evaluation of information and quickly decides on the most appropriate action.
Communication, Presentation and Reporting Skills - Ability to make clear, concise and convincing business presentations and reports using data that will have high level impact with executive and senior level management.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement Supply Chain strategies for each assigned product category to support the joint business objectives of Brinker.
Lead a productive and engaged Protein Procurement team through effective coaching, priority setting, performance management, and talent selection.
Development of long-term alliances with suppliers and internal stakeholders to leverage the company’s knowledge and purchasing power and secure the best products, service, quality and price in the industry.
Foster and maintain positive, productive relationships between the Protein Procurement team, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
Enhance strategies for product sourcing and development, supplier negotiations, and effective inventory management to support menu rollouts and new product implementations.
Analyze complex data, negotiate prices and terms, and develop contracting recommendations based on sound judgment, problem solving, and financial analysis.
Fully understand the strategic sourcing model, including editing, reviewing, and managing contracts. Ensure contract compliance.
Continually seek out and develop new suppliers to ensure a competitive edge in the industry and the lowest possible delivered cost to all Brinker restaurants.
Oversee the creation, issuance, and management of Requests for Proposals (RFPs) using appropriate department processes & technology.
Take a lead role in addressing difficult product and stakeholder support issues; convey a sense of urgency and drive issues to closure, in a positive and productive manner.
Ensure that Brinker’s Code of Business Conduct is followed in dealings with all suppliers and distributors.

Benefits

Flexibility that fits your life: Hybrid schedules with weekly flex days to work from home.
Benefits that support you: Competitive package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; life insurance; paid vacation and holidays; 401(k) with company match; Employee Assistance Program with counseling, financial, legal, and life resources; and Best You EDU, offering education programs and tuition reimbursement.
Enjoy our brands: Generous dining discounts at Chili’s® Grill & Bar and Maggiano’s Little Italy®.
Rewards for your impact: Annual bonus eligibility for every RSC Team Member.
Wellbeing at work: On-site gym and fitness classes like yoga and boot camp.
A culture worth celebrating: From company-wide events to a casual, collaborative atmosphere, you’ll find plenty of ways to connect, work hard, and play hard.

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