Purchasing Manager
Apply NowCompany: Huddle House
Location: Atlanta, GA 30349
Description:
Benefits:
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Whole Food Distributor, Purchasing Manager responsible for purchasing a variety of food, paper, and packaging products for our self-distributed restaurant chain. Reporting to the Director of Fulfillment, responsibilities will include processing and tracking purchase orders and liaising with inventory, shipping, receiving, and management to ensure smooth and efficient product flow through the warehouse. The Manager will work to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand. The Manager should be analytically minded and possess excellent communication skills.
Roles & Responsibilities
Manage PO process and track order status to ensure timely product delivery.
Analyzing store purchase trends to make informed buying decisions.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar role within the restaurant, hospitality, or food service industry. Other industries involving the procurement of ingredients and raw materials will be considered
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to make sound decisions
Ability to cope with pressure and adapt to situations
Strong analytical & critical thinking skills
Strong math skills
Strong computer skills, especially Excel
Team player, but works well independently
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Previous WMS experience a plus
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
HUDDLE HOUSE is a unique member of the communities it serves. The bonds created between our team members and our customers are unlike those seen in most other chain restaurants. Our Company Purpose reflects this unique element of the Huddle House dining experience:
Bringing Friends and Families Together over Delicious Food Served from the Heart.
At Huddle House, we believe it's "YOUR HOUSE. YOUR KITCHEN." Huddle House is the place where the guest is the boss. We're giving families across America a place that gives them exactly what they want: freshly prepared food, any way they like it. Whether it's a quick bite before work, or a place to sit, chat and laugh with family and friends, we tell guests: "Get comfortable...this is YOUR HOUSE and YOUR KITCHEN".
- 401(k)
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
We are seeking a driven and detail-oriented Whole Food Distributor, Purchasing Manager responsible for purchasing a variety of food, paper, and packaging products for our self-distributed restaurant chain. Reporting to the Director of Fulfillment, responsibilities will include processing and tracking purchase orders and liaising with inventory, shipping, receiving, and management to ensure smooth and efficient product flow through the warehouse. The Manager will work to forecast the needs of the business and make purchase decisions based on demand. The Manager should be analytically minded and possess excellent communication skills.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Build and maintain relationships with existing suppliers and third-party carriers (as needed) to ensure best-in-class service for our customers.
- Work with Category Managers in researching, selecting and purchasing quality products and materials.
Manage PO process and track order status to ensure timely product delivery.
- Maintain desired inventory levels on all items, paying particular attention to limited time offer items and test items to ensure proper runout dates, and cutting orders as needed.
Analyzing store purchase trends to make informed buying decisions.
- Coordinate with Inventory Control, Receiving, and Shipping to ensure the smooth and efficient flow of products through the warehouse.
- Escalate receiving discrepancies to suppliers and management as needed to ensure an in-stock position.
- Monitor daily inventory from 3rd party distributors to ensure optimal stock levels for our other owned restaurant brands.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience
Proven experience as a Purchasing Manager or in a similar role within the restaurant, hospitality, or food service industry. Other industries involving the procurement of ingredients and raw materials will be considered
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to make sound decisions
Ability to cope with pressure and adapt to situations
Strong analytical & critical thinking skills
Strong math skills
Strong computer skills, especially Excel
Team player, but works well independently
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
Previous WMS experience a plus
We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
HUDDLE HOUSE is a unique member of the communities it serves. The bonds created between our team members and our customers are unlike those seen in most other chain restaurants. Our Company Purpose reflects this unique element of the Huddle House dining experience:
Bringing Friends and Families Together over Delicious Food Served from the Heart.
At Huddle House, we believe it's "YOUR HOUSE. YOUR KITCHEN." Huddle House is the place where the guest is the boss. We're giving families across America a place that gives them exactly what they want: freshly prepared food, any way they like it. Whether it's a quick bite before work, or a place to sit, chat and laugh with family and friends, we tell guests: "Get comfortable...this is YOUR HOUSE and YOUR KITCHEN".