Strategic Purchasing & Supply Chain Leader

AVANTI RESTAURANT SOLUTIONS INC; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

AVANTI RESTAURANT SOLUTIONS INC is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Costa Mesa, CA to develop and execute the company’s purchasing and supply chain strategy. The role leads vendor relationships, negotiates pricing, and drives a team to purchase efficiently at the lowest total cost.

The position collaborates across Sales, Project Management, Warehouse, Finance, and Operations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in purchasing/supply chain and 2+ years in management, with strong Excel, analytics, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years purchasing and/or supply chain experience.
• 2+ years managerial experience.
• Experience managing vendor contracts.
• Inventory planning and forecasting experience.
• Strong analytical and financial skills.
• Proficient in AutoQuotes and kitchen equipment specification.

Responsibilities

• Review and negotiate programs with Avanti’s top vendors to optimize discounts and terms.
• Lead purchasing and supply chain team to ensure timely, cost-efficient procurement.
• Maintain pricing and program information in Avanti systems.
• Improve workflows through ERP automation and standardization.
• Collaborate with Sales and Project Management to meet customer commitments while maximizing profitability.
• Oversee inventory stocking strategies and cycle counts with warehouse leadership.

Skills

Vendor management

Leadership

Forecasting

Financial analysis

Multitasking

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

AVANTI RESTAURANT SOLUTIONS INC is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Costa Mesa, CA to develop and execute the company’s purchasing and supply chain strategy. The role leads vendor relationships, negotiates pricing, and drives a team to purchase efficiently at the lowest total cost.

The position collaborates across Sales, Project Management, Warehouse, Finance, and Operations. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in purchasing/supply chain and 2+ years in management, with strong Excel, analytics, and