Eataly
Company
Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Each Eataly has its own character and theme, but all share the same aim: to provide guests with authentic Italian experiences.
Overview The Category Manager, Procurement is a strategic and detail-oriented role responsible for overseeing procurement processes with a focus on data and catalogue management for multiple product categories, including fruit and vegetables. This position involves managing purchase order (PO) creation, vendor relationships, and coordinating the delivery and invoicing of products across Eataly’s stores.
Responsibilities
Assist in the sourcing and procurement of fresh fruit and vegetables, ensuring high quality, seasonality, and competitive pricing across multiple store locations.
Maintain and update product databases, internal spreadsheets, and category-specific catalogues to ensure accuracy and organization for fruit and vegetable categories and other assigned categories.
Conduct cost analyses, set pricing benchmarks, and perform marginality analysis to optimize profitability while maintaining quality standards.
Create, manage, and track purchase orders across multiple stores and vendors using systems such as D365 and ECRS POS.
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiate terms, monitor delivery schedules, and ensure compliance with agreed-upon quality and pricing standards.
Collaborate with store managers and corporate teams to assess product needs, coordinate delivery schedules, and ensure accurate invoicing and inventory alignment.
Analyze vendor and product performance, monitor sales data, and forecast purchasing plans to support local and overseas vendors.
Work closely with Product and Operations teams to streamline buying, merchandising, and sales processes, maintaining constant communication with store managers and key corporate personnel.
Perform any other duties as assigned to support the procurement team and overall business objectives.
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor Degree.
3+ years of experience in procurement, category management, or supply chain roles, with a strong preference for experience in the food industry.
Strong analytical skills with experience in costing, marginality analysis, and data management.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data review software for complex data analysis and reporting.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and ECRS POS systems is preferred.
Knowledge of fruit and vegetable procurement is a plus.
Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
Proven ability to build and maintain vendor relationships and negotiate favorable terms.
Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
Job Requirements
Up to 20% travel to all Eataly North America locations.
Ability to stand for extended periods in front of computers during data management and analysis tasks.
Capability to lift and move boxes weighing up to 35 pounds as part of inventory or material handling.
Salary: $75,000-$90,000
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
401K with match or RRSP
Bonus program
Free family meal daily
Discounts at Eataly
Classes on products and Italian cuisine
Referral bonus program
and more!
Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It also complies with all applicable federal and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history, and criminal background convictions in hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.
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Overview The Category Manager, Procurement is a strategic and detail-oriented role responsible for overseeing procurement processes with a focus on data and catalogue management for multiple product categories, including fruit and vegetables. This position involves managing purchase order (PO) creation, vendor relationships, and coordinating the delivery and invoicing of products across Eataly’s stores.
Responsibilities
Assist in the sourcing and procurement of fresh fruit and vegetables, ensuring high quality, seasonality, and competitive pricing across multiple store locations.
Maintain and update product databases, internal spreadsheets, and category-specific catalogues to ensure accuracy and organization for fruit and vegetable categories and other assigned categories.
Conduct cost analyses, set pricing benchmarks, and perform marginality analysis to optimize profitability while maintaining quality standards.
Create, manage, and track purchase orders across multiple stores and vendors using systems such as D365 and ECRS POS.
Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, negotiate terms, monitor delivery schedules, and ensure compliance with agreed-upon quality and pricing standards.
Collaborate with store managers and corporate teams to assess product needs, coordinate delivery schedules, and ensure accurate invoicing and inventory alignment.
Analyze vendor and product performance, monitor sales data, and forecast purchasing plans to support local and overseas vendors.
Work closely with Product and Operations teams to streamline buying, merchandising, and sales processes, maintaining constant communication with store managers and key corporate personnel.
Perform any other duties as assigned to support the procurement team and overall business objectives.
Qualifications
Associate or Bachelor Degree.
3+ years of experience in procurement, category management, or supply chain roles, with a strong preference for experience in the food industry.
Strong analytical skills with experience in costing, marginality analysis, and data management.
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data review software for complex data analysis and reporting.
Experience with Microsoft Dynamics 365 (D365) and ECRS POS systems is preferred.
Knowledge of fruit and vegetable procurement is a plus.
Excellent organizational and communication skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders.
Proven ability to build and maintain vendor relationships and negotiate favorable terms.
Detail-oriented with a proactive, problem-solving mindset.
Job Requirements
Up to 20% travel to all Eataly North America locations.
Ability to stand for extended periods in front of computers during data management and analysis tasks.
Capability to lift and move boxes weighing up to 35 pounds as part of inventory or material handling.
Salary: $75,000-$90,000
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off
Paid Parental Leave
401K with match or RRSP
Bonus program
Free family meal daily
Discounts at Eataly
Classes on products and Italian cuisine
Referral bonus program
and more!
Eataly is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other characteristic made unlawful to consider by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It also complies with all applicable federal and local laws regarding consideration of unemployment status, salary history, credit/bankruptcy history, and criminal background convictions in hiring decisions. If contacted for an employment opportunity, please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation.
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