Supply Chain Specialist

Darden Restaurant Support Center

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The FOH Specialist supports daily Category manager needs from continuously evolving the catalog, managing the sample process, assists with new supplier on boarding. Helps schedule meetings with cross-functional teams and maintains the project tracker for FOH categories across 10 brands at the direction of the manager. The role can lead to continued career growth and category knowledge through the support function.

Requirements

Proficient in Outlook and Windows environment (Word, Excel and Power Point)
2+ years in an Office Environment; either Supply Chain or Development are a bonus
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to interact professionally with -other departments and outside contacts
Software skus or ability to learn on the job
High School Diploma or equivalent
Effective communication skills required to support category and 200+ projects each year
Possess the skills required for change management and process evolution
Familiarity with Supply Chain, Design or Restaurant Operations
High level of organizational skills and follow through abilities
Demonstrate a working knowledge of Supply Chain Systems or Process flow to help customize on the spot solutions
Ability to prioritize workload in a fast-paced, changing environment with minimal supervision
Excellent customer service skills
Strong interpersonal skills with helpful teamwork attitude
Ability to successfully manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously
Professionalism under pressure

Nice To Haves

BS Degree could be acceptable in lieu of required experience
Computer skills in Oracle (particularly the Bill of materials and Materials replenishment planning module)
Working knowledge of the Internet
Experience with restaurant operations, equipment, and related construction or design concepts

Responsibilities

Support and evolve the Darden Catalog for FOH - Coupa
Work with key suppliers with new suppler setup, ongoing requests, follow-up and tracking
Execute New Supplier Welcome Packets and coordinate compliance readiness documents with suppliers
Run weekly Coupa contract and project reporting, inventory reports, and ad hoc reporting needs
Follow-through and execute the specified sample requests, thorough audit of data prior to delivery, tracking of costs, through to launch or advising supplier to pick up samples tracking and updates
Coordinate with category managers and suppliers to confirm product accuracy, update NRO templates, and maintain FOH catalog data.
Process bulk purchases in Oracle and respond to follow-up inquiries with category managers and suppliers.
Troubleshoot ordering or catalog issues with suppliers as needed.
Respond to inquiries from restaurants and Facilities teams.
Maintain shared team files and ensure accuracy and completeness.
Assist with SOP updates and process improvement documentation working with leader.