Flynn Group · 2 hours ago
Procurement Category Specialist
Independence, OH
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level, Lead/Staff
10+ years expFlynn Group is committed to fostering collaboration and innovation among its employees. The Procurement Category Specialist is responsible for strategic sourcing, category management, and tactical purchasing activities while overseeing the day-to-day needs of Restaurant Operations and Procurement Coordinators.
Food and BeverageRestaurants
Hiring Manager
Brie Braude
Responsibilities
Triage issues, identify solutions and execute activities to deliver desired outcomes
Communicate and follow-up frequently and consistently to ensure issues are resolved and programs are operating as expected
Oversee strategic sourcing efforts and category optimization in support of contracting and savings goals
Purchase capital equipment, parts, accessories, supplies and various services necessary for the operation of the business within company guidelines
Review quotes and negotiate with suppliers for requirements that meet operational needs
Execute and track purchase orders accurately and promptly to ensure proper delivery of goods and services
Reconcile invoices to ensure accuracy
Process invoices for payment in compliance with organizational policy
Maintain accurate supplier records and new item specifications
Compile data from multiple sources to produce various materials (i.e. spend profiles, project plans)
Lead a variety of projects as required by Operations and the department
Lead, coach and develop direct reports
Manage vendor relationships including tracking performance and identifying new opportunities
Complete other duties as may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Highly proficient in Office 365 environment
Customer-service background is required
Customer-service oriented with a high-level of energy and strong interpersonal and communication skills
Comfortable managing competing and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment
A strategic and creative thinker with advanced problem-solving and sound decision-making abilities
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to quickly learn and utilize various software platforms
Demonstrates a strong sense of ownership; Performs with purpose and determination to achieve results on time
Is resilient; recovers quickly from setbacks; stays positive and composed
Can influence others, even without direct authority
Is skillful at presenting ideas and plans in a persuasive and clear manner
Has a desire to lead and develop others
Embraces change with a positive, 'can-do' spirit; helps implement changes and quickly adapts
Finally, you should bring an excellent sense of humor to the table – we like to have FUN!
Preferred
Four (4) year college degree or 10 years of industry experience in foodservice or retail preferred
Restaurant operations management experience is highly desirable
SAP experience a plus
Benefits
Medical/Dental/Vision
Retirement and Savings Plan
Short- and Long-Term Disability
Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Flexible/Hybrid Work Schedules (In Office Monday - Thursday, Work from Home Friday)
Company Outings
Dining Discounts
On-Site Fitness Center
On-Site Daycare
On-Site Café
FUN Work Environment!
Company
Flynn Group
Flynn Group was founded by Greg Flynn in 1999 as a small operator and developer of Applebee’s restaurants in Washington State.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$300M2014-05-28Series Unknown· $300M
2011-01-01Series Unknown
Leadership Team
Ronald Bellamy
Chief Operating Officer
Amie Badger
Human Resources Business Partner
Recent News
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