Supply Chain Manager

Luna Grill•Carlsbad, CA

4d•$90,000 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Luna Grill is seeking a Supply Chain Manager to strengthen operations, support growth, and ensure restaurants have the products they need. This role connects restaurants, distribution partners, suppliers, and internal teams, supporting product availability, inventory accuracy, distributor performance, product launches, and operational execution across a system of more than 60 restaurants. The manager owns day-to-day supply chain execution, supplier and distributor relationships, readiness for new restaurant openings and menu launches, and process improvements. The role partners with Operations, Culinary, Training, Marketing, and Finance to support restaurant execution, cost management, and supply chain reporting. The position is hybrid, with San Diego County preferred.

Requirements

At least 5 years of supply chain or procurement experience, including experience supporting multi-unit restaurant operations.
Manager-level experience overseeing procurement, inventory, and supplier relationships within a restaurant, foodservice, or hospitality environment.
At least 3 years managing broadline distribution partnerships across multiple distribution centers.
Strong knowledge of restaurant inventory management, food cost processes, procurement systems, and back-office technology platforms.
Experience supporting new restaurant openings, menu launches, and operational rollouts.
Strong research, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
Excellent judgment and ability to identify challenges, recommend solutions, and escalate issues when needed.
Strong organizational skills and ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, growing environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience with R365 or similar restaurant technology platforms.
Experience with fast-casual or QSR restaurant brands.
Experience with multi-state restaurant operations.
Experience with food cost systems and inventory management tools.
Experience with supplier negotiations and cost optimization initiatives.

Responsibilities

Own day-to-day execution of supply chain activities across Luna Grill’s restaurant system.
Partner with broadline distributors and suppliers to maintain inventory levels for core menu items, limited-time offerings, and catering programs.
Monitor inventory, purchase orders, and potential product gaps; identify solutions proactively.
Support product availability, substitutions, and inventory recovery to maintain uninterrupted restaurant execution.
Serve as a primary point of contact between restaurant operations and distribution partners.
Build relationships with distributors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to meet service expectations.
Lead weekly distributor discussions on inventory performance, service levels, product concerns, and improvement opportunities.
Support contract tracking, supplier communications, pricing updates, rebates, and renewals.
Coordinate supply chain readiness for new restaurant openings, including distributor setup, ordering processes, initial food orders, and product availability.
Partner with Culinary, Operations, Training, and Marketing on menu launches, limited-time offers, and system-wide product changes.
Manage timelines and communications for product implementation across the restaurant system.
Maintain accurate order guides, product information, inventory data, and supply chain documentation.
Support weekly pricing audits and identify opportunities to improve cost control and operational efficiency.
Partner with Finance on rebate tracking, accruals, and supply chain reporting.
Provide inventory insights and support during quality or recall events.