Supply Chain Manager

Smoothie King • Coppell, TX

5h

About The Position

The Supply Chain Manager will be responsible for overseeing the procurement, distribution, and quality management of all products or ingredients in the Supply Chain Manager’s assigned category used in Smoothie King products. This role requires strategic sourcing, vendor negotiation, contract management, and inventory optimization to ensure supply chain efficiency, cost savings, and product availability. The Supply Chain Manager will play a critical role in maintaining supplier relationships, mitigating risks, and driving operational excellence while aligning with brand growth strategies.

Strategic Procurement & Contract Management:
Develop and execute sourcing strategies for the assigned category, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and reliability.
Lead contract negotiations with suppliers and distributors, securing long-term agreements that optimize pricing, service levels, and supply chain stability.
Evaluate, negotiate, and approve contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations.
Conduct risk assessments to identify potential supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans.
Inventory & Supplier Management
Manage inventory levels across distribution centers, ensuring timely replenishment while minimizing excess stock.
Oversee supplier performance by analyzing key metrics such as delivery timeliness, product quality, and cost efficiency.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with vendors to foster collaboration and secure priority access to high-demand products.
Monitor market trends, industry changes, and potential risks to proactively adjust purchasing strategies.
Cost Control & Process Optimization:
Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives through supplier negotiations, alternative sourcing, and efficiency improvements.
Analyze distributor error trends, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
Audit local supplier pricing guides monthly to ensure competitive pricing and cost consistency across locations.
Collaborate with internal teams to optimize logistics, improve forecasting accuracy, and reduce waste.
Cross-Functional Collaboration & Communication
Serve as the primary point of contact for internal stakeholders regarding product availability, pricing updates, and supply chain disruptions.
Communicate product attributes, availability, and pricing to sales and operations teams to support business objectives.
Support the Director of Supply Chain in strategic planning, special projects, and performance evaluations.
Ensure alignment with food safety regulations, sustainability initiatives, and ethical sourcing practices.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Business Administration, or a related field, preferred.
• 5+ years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or purchasing, preferably within the food and beverage industry.
• Strong vendor management skills, including contract negotiation, performance tracking, and compliance monitoring.
• Experience in food industry distribution, perishable inventory management, and cost optimization.
• Familiarity with FDA food regulations, quality assurance processes, and sustainability practices is a plus.
• Experience supporting multiple individuals at multiple levels required.

Nice To Haves

• Personal passion for fitness is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Strong interpersonal skills with an emphasis on building partnerships with internal and external partners, at all levels within the organization.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to juggle multiple projects with accuracy.
• Strong sense of urgency and a “can-do” attitude.
• Outstanding communication skills including oral, written, and presentation.
• Willingness and ability to work in a collaborative, fast paced environment.
• Operates with a calm sense of urgency.
• Takes professional pride and personal ownership of his/her work and accomplishments.
• Honest, open communication with all internal and external team members.
• Proven ability to handle confidential information with discretion, be adaptable, and able to prioritize competing demands.
• Promote the culture, values, and mission of Smoothie King.

Benefits

• Join our team and enjoy an unusually fun work environment with an upbeat atmosphere and great team members.
• We keep our team happy with our great benefits package, free smoothies, flexible work schedules, office lunches and parties, monthly fitness challenges, free gym access, and more fun activities to make Smoothie King a happy and healthy place to work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees