Job Description:

This position requires sourcing and procurement experience in the food service industry.

This position also requires working onsite at our office in the Dallas, TX area 3-4 days per week.

Employment sponsorship (i.e. H-1B) is not available for this position. Qualified applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

The Sourcing & Procurement Analyst is responsible for all activities associated with supplier partner management and the procurement of direct and indirect goods as they relate to Salad and Go production and store needs. Individual tasks include building long term supplier relationships, price negotiations, cost savings initiatives, and ensuring uninterrupted supply in alignment with Salad and Go policies.  

As the Sourcing & Procurement Analyst, you will: 

Purchase produce, other food, ingredients, and products from approved suppliers to meet forecasted demand and production schedules, maintaining appropriate levels of inventory to support Salad and Go’s aggressive growth plan  

Develops relationships with suppliers that are mutually beneficial, assuring supply, quality and competitive pricing  

Partner with the Procurement, Warehouse, Quality and Production teams to ensure on-time, in-full fulfillment that meets our rigorous quality and food safety standards  

Monitor commodity markets for supply and price disruption, to assess risk and determine critical sourcing and pricing opportunities  

Place purchase orders as needed, following the PO process through to receipt and closure of the PO  

Identify opportunities for efficiencies with an eye toward continuous improvement along the procure to pay process  

Partner with other Sourcing and Purchasing Analysts and Production to ensure adequate supply of quality product is on hand and available to meet production demand for normal business, new stores and promotions  

Partner with Culinary, Production and FSQA, ensuring high quality and adherence to all food safety regulations on all food purchases and food contact purchases  

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the supply chain, improve inventory management practices and enhance operational efficiency out our stores, central kitchens, and broadline distribution. 

Analyze and develop min/max levels for items, working to maintain determined levels  

Assist in other day-to-day functions and special projects as required/assigned  

Categories may include proteins, beverage, packaging, produce, dairy, spices, and oils, etc. 

Requirements 

3-5 years of experience in the procurement of commodities and/or direct/indirect category for a restaurant chain or food production company 

Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple responsibilities and tasks  

Display intellectual curiosity. Be a critical thinker and self-starter, holding yourself and others accountable 

Good communication skills, both written and verbal 

Enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment 

Inventory management and negotiation experience a plus 

Have proficiency with Microsoft Office (Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook), ERP (SAP ByDesign or similar) and WMS (Cool Earth / Whistle or similar) systems 

Lead with compassion and integrity 

The duties and responsibilities described are not a comprehensive list and additional tasks may be assigned. 

Benefits:

Competitive pay (Base + Annual Incentive Plan)

Unlimited PTO (paid time off)

Paid sick time

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) program with company match

Growth potential with a fast-growing company

Free Salad and Go meals

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Salad and Go will provide reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.

Salad and Go is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.