Purchasing Manager

Ilitch Charities, Inc.; Detroit (MI); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Job summary

Little Caesars Enterprises, Inc. in Detroit, MI is seeking an experienced procurement professional to negotiate and manage purchasing of products. You will develop and execute actionable procurement strategies, build strategic supplier relationships, and drive cost savings and profitability.

Lead cross-functional efforts, monitor supplier performance, and participate in budgeting and contingency planning while traveling to supplier locations and industry events as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Procurement or related discipline.
• At least five years of purchasing experience in the food industry with exposure to pre-portioned convenience/specialty foods.
• Deep understanding of raw material commodity markets.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to manage multiple projects.
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities; travel to supplier locations and events.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies to negotiate favorable pricing and terms with approved suppliers.
• Conduct supplier risk assessments and monitor commodity market trends.
• Serve as the procurement subject matter expert for assigned commodities.
• Develop supplier performance strategies to maximize total value.
• Identify and source suppliers to meet current and future needs.
• Collaborate with internal customers, suppliers, and franchisees to optimize value.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities with new technologies and prepare contingency plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Negotiation

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Procurement or related discipline

Job description

Build a Bigger, Better, Bolder Future

Imagine working for a company that measures its success based off the growth of its colleagues, a company that invests in its future by investing in you. Little Caesars is a company where our colleagues make an impact.

Your Mission

In this role, you will negotiate and manage the purchasing of products for Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc. This position is directly responsible to develop and execute actionable procurement strategies, establish and build strategic relationships with suppliers, proactively managing the supplier base, and reach targeted quality, cost-savings and profitability goals. You will take a broad leadership role by providing fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and practical solutions. It will also be important for you to establish and maintain relationships that will result in mutually beneficial partnerships with suppliers; continually monitor cost-saving opportunities and establish purchasing policies to meet long-term objectives.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Develop and implement procurement strategies that allow for successfully negotiating favorable pricing, terms and agreements with approved suppliers. Conduct supplier and commodity risk assessments, monitoring specific commodity market trends, developing technologies and supply/demand challenges. Serve as Little Caesar subject matter expert for assigned commodities/products to establish the most competitive cost position. Develop supplier performance strategies to maximize Little Caesar total value. Identify and source top-notch primary and secondary suppliers to meet current and future needs. Establish a strong network and foster collaboration with internal customers, Little Caesars suppliers, and franchisees. Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to identify cost-saving opportunities with existing or new technologies for applications across product offerings. Interact with Little Caesars International purchasing to identify global sourcing and cost savings opportunities. Partner with Research & Development to ensure competitive advantage in the development of new products. Conduct routine audits of products and pricing. Participate in budgeting process for purchasing and supply chain management. Prepare and implement product/supplier contingency plans.

Who You Are

Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement or related discipline.

At least five years of experience in food industry purchasing with exposure to purchasing of pre-portioned convenience/specialty foods and/or combined experience in quality assurance or distribution.

In depth understanding of raw material commodity markets.

Evidence of highly developed analytical skills.

Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities and to effectively negotiate project requests and priorities to optimize resource utilization.

Strong project management and organizational skills, demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including communicating technical data to a variety of audience.

Highly motivated and efficient with demonstrated ability to drive measurable results.

Evidence of interpersonal skills and influencing abilities to positively affect results of cross-functional and internal teams.

Ability to travel to supplier locations, trade shows and industry events, and adhere to LCE travel policy.

Demonstrated ability to develop strategies to maximize total value.

Experience in purchasing of pre-portioned convenience/specialty foods, preferred.

Where You’ll Work

A state-of-the-art building with a modern-day, open environment in the heart of The District Detroit. A colleague fitness center, work café and an outdoor patio with grills. Over 60 different meeting spaces to help promote a collaborative environment.

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All items listed above are illustrative and not comprehensive. They are not contractual in nature and are subject to change at the discretion of Little Caesars Enterprises Inc.

Little Caesar Enterprises, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to that individual’s race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by law.

The Company will strive to provide reasonable accommodations to permit qualified applicants who have a need for an accommodation to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a job interview) if so requested.

This company participates in E-Verify.

Ilitch Companies and our colleagues are committed to being the best in all that we do - whether it's providing a delicious, quality meal from Little Caesars, delivering fresh food to our Little Caesars restaurants, baking quality food products at Champion Foods, supporting world-class teams like the Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Tigers or offering unforgettable live entertainment at top-rated venues like Little Caesars Arena, the Fox Theatre, Pine Knob and other area locations.

Ilitch Companies is a world leader in the food, sports, entertainment, gaming and other industries. Its 12 operating businesses employ tens of thousands of colleagues around the world who are dedicated to creating extraordinary and memorable dining, entertainment and sporting experiences.

Ilitch Companies support the family of businesses’ best-in-class products and services to create unforgettable moments that bring individuals, families, and fans together.

We are committed to being the very best in all that we do and to giving back to the communities where we operate.

Built on humble beginnings, our culture is one of excellence, teamwork, perseverance and dedication.