Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

Location: San Diego County, CA

Work Model: Hybrid

Employment Type: Full-time

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to oversee supply chain operations and support a growing multi-unit restaurant organization. This role will serve as a key connector between restaurant operations, distribution partners, suppliers, and internal teams.

The Supply Chain Manager will ensure restaurants have the right products available at the right time while supporting inventory accuracy, distributor performance, product launches, new restaurant openings, and operational execution.

Key Responsibilities

Manage Supply Chain Operations

• Oversee day-to-day supply chain activities across a multi-unit restaurant system.
• Partner with broadline distributors and suppliers to maintain appropriate inventory levels for core menu items, limited-time offerings, and catering programs.
• Monitor inventory levels, purchase orders, and potential product gaps.
• Proactively identify and resolve product availability and inventory issues.
• Support substitutions and inventory recovery efforts to minimize disruptions to restaurant operations.

Manage Distributor & Supplier Relationships

• Serve as a primary point of contact between restaurant operations and distribution partners.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with broadline distributors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead regular distributor discussions focused on inventory performance, service levels, product concerns, and improvement opportunities.
• Support contract tracking, supplier communications, pricing updates, rebates, and renewal processes.

Support New Restaurant Openings & Menu Launches

• 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 teams to support new menu launches and limited-time offerings.
• Coordinate timelines and communication to ensure successful product implementation across multiple locations.

Drive Process Improvement & Accuracy

• 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 product recall events.

Qualifications

• 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.
• 3+ years of experience 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.
• Experience with R365 or similar restaurant technology platforms is a plus.
• Strong analytical, communication, research, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Experience

• Fast-casual or QSR restaurant experience.
• R365 or similar restaurant technology platforms.
• Multi-state restaurant operations.
• Food cost systems and inventory management tools.
• Supplier negotiations and cost optimization initiatives.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Hybrid Work Environment
• Growth Opportunities
• Opportunity to make an impact across a growing multi-unit restaurant organization