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Position: Procurement Manager
Business Unit: Canada
Reports to: Director of Finance and Administration
Location: Mississauga, ON (Hybrid)

The Procurement Manager plays a critical role in strengthening the companies supply chain integrity, transparency, and efficiency across Canada. This position is responsible for managing all aspects of procurement and vendor relations—ensuring product quality, cost-effectiveness, and consistent supply to franchisees and corporate locations.

The Procurement Manager will lead SKU rationalization, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and build a structured, data‑driven procurement process that supports operational, marketing, and financial objectives. This role is key to building trust with franchisees, improving product availability, and driving profitability across the system.

• The end-to-end procurement process, from sourcing and vendor negotiation to order management and delivery coordination.
• Maintain and optimize the Approved Product List (APL) and SKU catalog, ensuring products are relevant, cost-effective, and aligned with brand standards.
• Identify and eliminate underperforming or redundant SKUs to improve supply efficiency and inventory control.
• Evaluate current supply chain practices and introduce standardized procurement policies and reporting structures.
• Ensure product availability across franchise and corporate locations through proactive supplier management and forecasting.

• Audit and restructure vendor partnerships to eliminate conflicts of interest, ensure fair competition, and enhance quality assurance.
• Establish a transparent and documented vendor selection and approval process.
• Negotiate contracts and pricing to achieve cost savings without compromising quality or service reliability.
• Maintain regular supplier performance evaluations and implement corrective actions where needed.

• Collaborate with the Finance team to analyze purchasing data, identify cost‑reduction opportunities, and support budgeting and forecasting.
• Partner with Marketing and Operations to align procurement decisions with menu development, promotional campaigns, and operational requirements.
• Develop procurement KPIs and performance dashboards to monitor spend, supplier performance, and delivery timelines.

• Implement procurement management tools and digital systems for tracking, approvals, and reporting.
• Standardize purchase order (PO) processes, approval hierarchies, and recordkeeping to ensure accountability and compliance.
• Support franchisees by ensuring they have access to approved, high‑quality, and competitively priced supplies.

• Work closely with Operations to ensure franchise supply needs are met efficiently and accurately.
• Partner with Marketing on new product development, launches, and promotional materials sourcing.
• Liaise with Finance for vendor payments, audits, and compliance.

• Strong analytical and negotiation skills with a focus on transparency and cost optimization.
• Deep understanding of supply chain management, procurement systems, and vendor performance evaluation.
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment.
• Effective communicator capable of building trust with internal teams and external suppliers.
• Integrity‑driven and detail‑oriented with a proactive, problem‑solving mindset.

• 3–5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or purchasing (restaurant, foodservice, or franchise industry preferred).
• Proven experience in vendor negotiation, product sourcing, and SKU management.
• Proficiency with procurement software, ERP systems, and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or a related field preferred.

• Full‑time position based in Mississauga, ON (hybrid work environment).
• Occasional travel required for supplier visits, warehouse inspections, and franchise support.
• Flexible scheduling based on business needs.

The brand is redefining café culture through authentic South Asian flavors and warm hospitality. The mission is to make chai and Desi street food a part of Canada’s everyday life—one karak cup at a time. Expanding rapidly and seeking passionate professionals who value integrity, innovation, and operational excellence.