Brinker International
Category Manager
Coppell, TX
What does it mean to be a BrinkerHead? We play like a team, take pride in our culture and seek every opportunity to make people feel special. Life is short. Work happy. At Brinker, we connect, serve and give to create the best life for our Team Members, Guests and community. Through our cultural beliefs, Brinker empowers its Team Members to positively impact our 4 Key Results: Engaging Team Members, Bringing Back Guests, Growing Sales and Increasing Profits. Brinker International is an equal opportunity employer; we foster an inclusion environment that promotes respect, diversity of thought and success for all.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for supporting Brinker team members and operations in strategic sourcing activities for various food spend categories; with the goal of achieving cost management to include cost reductions, while maintaining/improving product quality and supplier service levels. Your Key Job Functions
Partner with business partners, internal and external, to understand sourcing needs to establish and drive cost saving targets. Ensure that Brinker’s Code of Business Conduct is followed in dealing with all suppliers and distributors. Manage RFP/RFQ process by developing bid package, negotiate pricing and/or services, present recommendation(s) for award of business, implement contracts and monitor prices of assigned contract items. Negotiate agreements with buy-in from stakeholders and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and metrics. Address day to day operational issues including project management, rollouts, Multi Market Tests, sourcing new items, and solving issues surrounding designated categories/services. Collaborate with Brinker International Marketing, Culinary, Culinary Operations, Strategic Innovation and other support departments. Manage multiple projects within established timelines to stakeholder’s requirements. Review/analyze information to make sound project recommendations and system/process improvements. Provide ongoing communication to business stakeholders, project team, and suppliers. Act as a point of escalation for Brinker team members in times of contract disputes or service issues. Develop and maintain contact with key suppliers and participate in quarterly business reviews. Identify new suppliers as necessary and determine the optimal set of providers for goods and services. Monitor all economic indicators for commodities within area of responsibility. Keep informed of key industry and market information including category specific trends, market conditions, and best in class suppliers. Responsible for monthly price lists for product price and contract verification. Provide input to QA to develop all product specifications. Take classes (i.e. time management, CPM certification, etc.) for professional development. What You Bring to the Team
Bachelor degree; equivalent business school training; or the equivalent in skill and training. 3-5 years food purchasing experience; (Category) specific experience is a plus. Technical Knowledge of commodity and product procurement. Strategic Management abilities to achieve competitive advantage. Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills. General understanding of procurement budgeting and cost control functions. Ability to make appropriate business judgments and decisions independently. Problem-solving skills to work through complex problems. Ability to conduct negotiations and perform complex vendor/pricing analysis. Interpersonal Skills to build effective organizational relationships. Presentation Skills for business presentations. Leadership abilities for special task assignments. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Strong ability to elicit internal and external support. Why Brinker
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(k) with company match and generous dining discounts. Every team member working at the Restaurant Support Center (aka Brinker headquarters) is eligible for annual bonus potential. Our campus includes an onsite gym plus opportunities to increase your wellbeing with onsite Yoga and boot camp programs. Work/Life/Fun balance in a casual and collaborative work environment! About the company
Dallas-based Brinker International, Inc. is one of the world’s leading casual dining restaurant companies.
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This position is responsible for supporting Brinker team members and operations in strategic sourcing activities for various food spend categories; with the goal of achieving cost management to include cost reductions, while maintaining/improving product quality and supplier service levels. Your Key Job Functions
Partner with business partners, internal and external, to understand sourcing needs to establish and drive cost saving targets. Ensure that Brinker’s Code of Business Conduct is followed in dealing with all suppliers and distributors. Manage RFP/RFQ process by developing bid package, negotiate pricing and/or services, present recommendation(s) for award of business, implement contracts and monitor prices of assigned contract items. Negotiate agreements with buy-in from stakeholders and manage Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and metrics. Address day to day operational issues including project management, rollouts, Multi Market Tests, sourcing new items, and solving issues surrounding designated categories/services. Collaborate with Brinker International Marketing, Culinary, Culinary Operations, Strategic Innovation and other support departments. Manage multiple projects within established timelines to stakeholder’s requirements. Review/analyze information to make sound project recommendations and system/process improvements. Provide ongoing communication to business stakeholders, project team, and suppliers. Act as a point of escalation for Brinker team members in times of contract disputes or service issues. Develop and maintain contact with key suppliers and participate in quarterly business reviews. Identify new suppliers as necessary and determine the optimal set of providers for goods and services. Monitor all economic indicators for commodities within area of responsibility. Keep informed of key industry and market information including category specific trends, market conditions, and best in class suppliers. Responsible for monthly price lists for product price and contract verification. Provide input to QA to develop all product specifications. Take classes (i.e. time management, CPM certification, etc.) for professional development. What You Bring to the Team
Bachelor degree; equivalent business school training; or the equivalent in skill and training. 3-5 years food purchasing experience; (Category) specific experience is a plus. Technical Knowledge of commodity and product procurement. Strategic Management abilities to achieve competitive advantage. Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills. General understanding of procurement budgeting and cost control functions. Ability to make appropriate business judgments and decisions independently. Problem-solving skills to work through complex problems. Ability to conduct negotiations and perform complex vendor/pricing analysis. Interpersonal Skills to build effective organizational relationships. Presentation Skills for business presentations. Leadership abilities for special task assignments. Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software. Strong ability to elicit internal and external support. Why Brinker
We offer a competitive benefits package including medical/dental/vision, life insurance, paid vacation/holidays, and 401(k) with company match and generous dining discounts. Every team member working at the Restaurant Support Center (aka Brinker headquarters) is eligible for annual bonus potential. Our campus includes an onsite gym plus opportunities to increase your wellbeing with onsite Yoga and boot camp programs. Work/Life/Fun balance in a casual and collaborative work environment! About the company
Dallas-based Brinker International, Inc. is one of the world’s leading casual dining restaurant companies.
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