Culinary Procurement Lead — Local Sourcing & Relocation

Epic; Omaha (NE); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Merit-based compensation

Annual raises and bonuses

Stock grants

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Epic is seeking a Procurement Specialist for its culinary department, centered on sourcing everything from large appliances to small wares, serving approximately 12,000 meals daily. You'll work closely with chefs and various stakeholders to foster vendor relationships and prioritize local sourcing while ensuring quality and sustainability remain paramount.

The ideal candidate will have experience in equipment procurement and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This role requires a willingness to relocate to Madison, WI with relocation assistance provided.

Qualifications

• Experience in procurement for equipment preferred.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Familiarity with Excel and Access is beneficial.
• Willingness to relocate to Madison, WI is essential.
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
• COVID-19 vaccination required.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement for culinary department supplies.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships.
• Collaborate with chefs to align sourcing needs.
• Evaluate suppliers for quality, cost, and sustainability.

Skills

Equipment procurement experience

Excellent communication skills

Customer-service skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Excel proficiency

Access proficiency

Job description

Epic is seeking a Procurement Specialist for its culinary department, centered on sourcing everything from large appliances to small wares, serving approximately 12,000 meals daily. You'll work closely with chefs and various stakeholders to foster vendor relationships and prioritize local sourcing while ensuring quality and sustainability remain paramount.

The ideal candidate will have experience in equipment procurement and possess strong communication and organizational skills. This role requires a willingness to relocate to Madison, WI with relocation assistance provided.