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National DCP, LLC · 1 week ago

Sr. Director, Category Management, Restaurant Solutions

Duluth, GA

Contract

Onsite

Director/Executive

7+ years exp

National DCP, LLC is seeking a Sr. Director, Category Management to oversee the category management team and contribute to the growth and profitability of Dunkin’. The role involves optimizing sourcing strategies and managing supplier relationships to ensure high-quality products and services are supplied to Dunkin’ franchisees.

Food and BeverageFood DeliverySupply Chain Management

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Full accountability for sourcing and category management performance, people leadership, and developing strategic vision

Set department vision, priorities, and organizational goals

Oversee category portfolio performance (cost, innovation, risk, supplier diversity)

Build alignment with NDCP internal leadership and Dunkin’/Inspire key stakeholders

Develop talent strategy: hiring, coaching, training, retention, succession planning

Lead enterprise supplier strategy and partnerships

Drive continuous improvement, process development and adherence, and technology adoption to optimize productivity and efficiency

Own reporting for board-level or executive leadership updates

Accountable for direct management of supplier relationships, service performance, adherence to quality standards, costs, and risk mitigation

Negotiate lowest possible landed cost based on product specifications, quality, service levels, and industry conditions

Optimize business terms/conditions and develop contracts for supply of products and services with all new and existing suppliers. Ensure timely completion

Identification, discovery, initiation, and development of new, user-friendly program offerings to drive incremental value and improve the Member experience

Interface and collaborate with Dunkin’/Inspire Brands New Store/Remodeling teams, R&D, Operations Services, and its franchisees to provide optimum cross-functional planning and execution of Category Management functions

Prepare and execute RFI, RFQ, and RFP events. Analyze responses and work with internal counterparts to achieve best award decision. Prepare executive summary with results

Locate, analyze, develop, and maintain efficient and effective supplier base to meet current and future needs of all purchased materials and services

Lead cross-functional, multi-stakeholder initiatives spanning sourcing, supplier onboarding, contract execution, and new program launches, requiring formal project management discipline experience (e.g., PMP, SCRUM, Six Sigma, Prosci)

Design, standardize, and continuously improve category management and supplier processes in line with NDCP operating standards and SAP workflows

Drive structured change management in Category Management with the support of NDCP CI and PMO functions. Lead adoption of new processes, tools, and technologies

Understanding of ERP-based financial processes supporting procurement and distribution, including invoicing, inventory tracking, goods receipts, and general ledger postings

Partner with Finance to ensure accurate item, price, and supplier setup to support compliance, audit requirements, and clean financial reporting

Partner with Finance, Accounting, and Operations to ensure sourcing decisions, contracts, and supplier programs translate correctly into SAP transactional and financial outcomes

Partner with dedicated Finance support to leverage ERP and CRM data to support cost analysis, margin transparency, risk management, and board-level reporting

Qualification

Category ManagementStrategic SourcingSupplier ManagementProject ManagementFinancial AcumenMicrosoft OfficeNegotiationCommunicationTeam LeadershipProblem Solving

Required

Minimum 7-10 years of experience in category management and strategic sourcing, including supplier, cost, risk, and relationship management

Proven track record of success leading, motivating, and developing teams and individuals

Excellent communicator, both written and verbal

Strong financial acumen, process orientation, and technology-forward mindset

Proficiency in the Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) required

Collaborative, 'team first' approach with proven ability to develop strong business relationships and manage effectively

Proven organizational and project management capabilities, including the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

Proactive and dedicated with a drive for quality and results

Preferred

Experience with a purchasing cooperative, foodservice distributor, franchise system, or within the foodservice/restaurant industry is a plus

Bachelor's degree is preferred in supply chain or business/finance

Benefits

A variety of affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company-paid Group Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage

401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

Employee Assistance Program

Paid time off for Vacation. Discretionary time, Sick time , and Holidays

Education Discounts at Southern New Hampshire University, as well as access to online self-study materials through our internal Learning Management System

Fitness and Wellness Discount and Reimbursement Program

Employee purchase discount programs

Employee apparel program

Bonus

Company

National DCP, LLC

National DCP, LLC (NDCP) is the $3 billion supply chain management company serving the franchisees of Dunkin’.

Founded in 2004

Duluth, Georgia, USA

1001-5000 employees

https://nationaldcp.com/

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