Procurement Manager

AFC Franchise Corp•Torrance, CA

15d•$74,000 - $80,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Procurement Manager oversees the full purchasing lifecycle and supports optimal inventory levels across multiple locations. The role manages incoming purchase orders, monitors product usage trends, and forecasts demand to support business growth. It collaborates with cross-functional teams, evaluates supplier performance, and recommends sourcing improvements to enhance quality and cost efficiency. The position includes a six-month transition and onboarding period to fully assume responsibilities, along with occasional travel of approximately 10%.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Food Science, or a related field.
At least 6 years of professional experience in food service operations.
At least 3 years of experience in a supervisory or management role.
Experience with custom import processes; food industry experience is preferred.
Strong analytical skills and experience in data analysis, forecasting, and reporting.
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and database or ERP software.
Strong organization and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to sit for prolonged periods and work on a computer.
Ability to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Responsibilities

Identify and recommend suppliers, ingredients, and product developments that may improve quality or reduce costs.
Maintain supplier performance records and report findings to senior management.
Execute sourcing and product-related projects, including ingredient research for existing and promotional launches.
Monitor inventory across warehouses and commissaries to maintain adequate stock and minimize shortages and overages for Bento SKUs.
Review weekly shortage and overage reports for purchasing components.
Analyze product usage and forecast demand based on trends, seasonality, promotions, and business insights.
Support new product setup and periodically review existing SKUs for accuracy and relevance.
Collaborate with AFCFC, JFE, Bento, and other Wonderfield group companies to align operational forecasts with purchasing needs and streamline communication.
Lead weekly inventory reviews, including cycle counts, and verify inventory across six commissaries.
Partner with Production, Warehouse Management, and Business Partnership teams on operational planning and fulfillment.
Assist with procurement, inventory optimization, process improvement, and business growth projects and initiatives.
Support a six-month transition and onboarding period to fully assume responsibilities.
Perform other related tasks as assigned by management.
Travel occasionally, approximately 10%.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO).
Paid holidays, including a floating birthday holiday.
Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance; 100% of employee self-coverage is paid by AFC.
Discretionary annual bonus opportunity.
401(k) with company match.
Employee anniversary milestone gift.
Bereavement leave.
Employee referral bonus.
Employee discounts.
Opportunities to participate in team events and community activities.