Head of Supply Chain and Procurement

Purchasing ManagerThe Purchasing Manager is responsible for developing and executing Avanti's purchasing and supply chain strategy. This role establishes and maintains strategic vendor relationships, negotiates pricing and purchasing programs, and leads the Purchasing team to ensure products are purchased efficiently, delivered on time, and managed at the lowest total cost. The Purchasing Manager works cross-functionally with Sales, Project Management, Warehouse, Finance, and Operations to improve profitability, inventory performance, and customer satisfaction.Job DutiesReview and negotiate programs for Avanti's top 100 vendors, including discounts, rebates, specification and freight programs, and payment termsReview project and stocking purchases for savings, accuracy, timing, inventory allocation, alternative specifications and potential bulk purchasesEvaluate vendor spend and recommend alternative brands to maximize earnings and rebatesLead, coach, and develop the Purchasing and Supply Chain team.Own vendor management, measure vendor performance, including pricing, quality, lead times, and service levels. Conduct periodic business reviews and work to resolve performance issues.Responsible for inventory stocking strategies that balance service levels and inventory investment. Utilize obsolete inventory. Partner with warehouse leadership on inventory accuracy and cycle counts.Lead process improvements for department. Improve purchasing workflows through ERP automation. Standardize purchasing processes across the company. Partner with Sales and Project Management to ensure customer commitments are met while maximizing purchasing efficiencies and company profitability.Maintain up to date pricing and program information in Avanti systemsThis position will supervise the purchasing and supply chain teamsRequired QualificationsCommercial kitchen industry experienceThis position will supervise the purchasing and supply chain teams5+ years purchasing and/or supply chain experience2+ years managerial experienceStrong negotiation skills.Experience with inventory planning and forecasting.Advanced Microsoft Excel skills.Strong analytical and financial skills.Experience in commercial foodservice equipment distribution.Experience with AutoQuotes and kitchen equipment specification.REQUIREMENTS: To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, it is necessary to specify the physical and intellectual essential duties of the job.Use of one or both arms and wrists to lift parts, fixtures, and tools on a frequent basis.Required to have visual acuity to determine the accuracy, neatness, and thoroughness of the work assigned or to make general observations of structures. Must be able to read a computer screen for long periods of time.Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one workstation to another.