Manager of Supply Chain

Luna Grill; Carlsbad (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Luna Grill seeks a Manager of Supply Chain to oversee day-to-day supply chain activities across its restaurant system in California. You will partner with distributors and suppliers to maintain inventory for core items, LTOs, and catering, while ensuring product availability and cost controls to support growth.

You will coordinate readiness for new openings, collaborate with Culinary and Operations teams on menu launches, and drive continuous process improvements across procurement and inventory

Qualifications

• 5+ years of supply chain or procurement experience, including multi-unit restaurant operations.
• Manager-level experience overseeing procurement, inventory and supplier relationships in a restaurant/foodservice context.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management, food cost processes, procurement systems and back-office tech.
• Experience with R365 or similar restaurant technology platforms is a plus.
• Experience supporting new restaurant openings, menu launches and operational rollouts.

Responsibilities

• Own day-to-day execution of supply chain activities across Luna Grill's restaurant system.
• Partner with broadline distributors and suppliers to maintain inventory levels for core items, LTOs, and catering.
• Monitor inventory, POs, and gaps to identify solutions before disruption.
• Support product availability, substitutions, and inventory recovery to maintain operations.
• Build relationships with distributors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders; lead weekly inventory reviews.
• Coordinate supply chain readiness for new openings including distributor setup and initial orders.
• Collaborate with Culinary, Operations, Training, and Marketing for new menu launches.
• Maintain accurate order guides, product info, inventory data, and supply chain docs.
• Assist with pricing audits and cost-control initiatives; support rebate tracking with Finance.

Skills

Supply chain management

Procurement

Inventory management

Restaurant operations

Negotiation

Analytical skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-state ops

Project management

Tools

R365

Job description

Job Description

Posted Saturday, July 25, 2026 at 10:00 AM

Manager of Supply Chain

This is the supply chain role where execution meets impact—and every solution you create helps our restaurants deliver an exceptional guest experience.

At Luna Grill, we're not just serving food—we're building something special.

What started as a promise from two parents to serve food they were proud to feed their own family has grown into one of Southern California's favorite Mediterranean fast-casual brands. With 60+ restaurants, continued expansion across multiple states, and a commitment to fresh, craveable Mediterranean cuisine, we're looking for a Supply Chain Manager who can help strengthen our operations, support our growth, and ensure our restaurants have what they need to succeed.

Why This Role Matters

As Manager of Supply Chain, you'll be a key connector between Luna Grill's restaurants, distribution partners, suppliers, and internal teams.

You’ll help ensure our restaurants have the right products, at the right time, while supporting inventory accuracy, distributor performance, product launches, and operational execution across the system.

>Inventory Availability & Accuracy

Food Cost Management

Menu Innovation & LTO Launches

What You’ll Do

Manage Supply Chain Operations

• Own the day-to-day execution of supply chain activities across Luna Grill's restaurant system.
• Partner with broadline distributors and suppliers to maintain proper inventory levels for core menu items, limited-time offerings, and catering programs.
• Monitor inventory levels, purchase orders, and potential product gaps to proactively identify solutions before they impact restaurant operations.
• Support product availability, substitutions, and inventory recovery efforts to maintain uninterrupted restaurant execution.

Own Distributor & Supplier Partnerships

• Serve as a primary point of contact between Luna Grill operations and distribution partners.
• Build strong relationships with broadline distributors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure service expectations are consistently met.
• Lead weekly distributor conversations focused on inventory performance, service levels, product concerns, and opportunities for improvement.
• Support contract tracking, supplier communications, pricing updates, rebates, and renewal processes.
• 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, LTOs, and system-wide product changes.
• Manage timelines and communication to ensure successful product implementation across the Luna Grill system.

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 recall events to help teams make informed decisions.

What Makes You a Great Fit

We're looking for a supply chain professional who combines restaurant expertise, operational ownership, and strong problem-solving skills.

You likely bring:

• 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.
• 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 research, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Excellent judgment with the ability to identify challenges, recommend solutions, and escalation issues when needed.
• Highly organized with the ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced, growing environment.

Bonus Points If You Have Experience With:

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

At Luna Grill, you'll join a company that values people, innovation, and growth.

We move fast, collaborate often, and genuinely care about creating opportunities for our teams and memorable experiences for our guests.

You’ll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, partner with passionate teams, and help build the supply chain foundation of a growing restaurant brand.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Growth Opportunities Within a Rapidly Expanding Brand
• The Opportunity to Make an Impact Across 60+ Restaurants

Ready to help fuel Luna Grill's next chapter of growth?

Luna Grill participates in E-Verify for all positions.

E-Verify is an internet-based system operated by the US Department of Homeland Security (DHS), U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the eligibility of new employees to work in the United States. E-Verify checks information provided on an employee’s Form I-9 electronically against records contained in DHS and SSA databases.

Luna Grill is an equal opportunity employer . We offer a welcoming and inclusive environment to our team members, job applicants, the guests we serve, and the communities we call home. Luna Grill also has a longstanding policy of providing a work environment that respects the dignity and worth of each individual and is free from all forms of discrimination, including harassment, because of race, color, sex, gender, age, religion or religious creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.