A rapidly expanding restaurant group is seeking a Purchasing Manager/Buyer to oversee procurement for food ingredients, packaging, and supplies across multiple states. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the foodservice industry, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to maintain supplier relationships efficiently. This role offers a salary range of $90,000 – $110,000 per year, along with health insurance, paid time off, and growth opportunities.
Qualifications
5+ years of purchasing experience in the restaurant, foodservice, or food manufacturing industry.
Strong negotiation skills and vendor management experience.
Proficiency with Excel/Sheets; experience with ERP or inventory systems is a plus.
Excellent communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities.
Responsibilities
Source and purchase food ingredients and supplies for restaurants and commissary kitchens.
Maintain accurate product lists, pricing, and vendor contacts.
Monitor inventory levels and collaborate with teams to ensure product availability.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and negotiate pricing.
Skills
Negotiation skills
Vendor management
Communication
Problem-solving
Tools
Excel/Sheets
ERP systems (Toast/Extrachef, Odoo, R365)
Job description
A rapidly expanding restaurant group is seeking a Purchasing Manager/Buyer to oversee procurement for food ingredients, packaging, and supplies across multiple states. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in the foodservice industry, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to maintain supplier relationships efficiently. This role offers a salary range of $90,000 – $110,000 per year, along with health insurance, paid time off, and growth opportunities.