Director, Strategic Sourcing -- Food & Beverage - (US-TN-Lebanon - 37090)

Compensation: $130K - $130K / Year
Minimum Education: Bachelors
Job Type: Full Time
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SUMMARY:
The Director, Food & Beverage Strategic Sourcing is responsible for leading the Food & Beverage team in ensuring that Cracker Barrel Old Country Store restaurants are continuously supplied with the specified products and/or services at the best possible cost. Principal accountabilities include the development and implementation of purchasing strategies, building strong Supplier relationships, leveraging the Cracker Barrel brand, development of the department members and accomplishing the company initiatives and objectives.

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Manage performance of Food & Beverage Team by providing strategic direction and technical guidance and establishing aggressive but attainable objectives. Oversee strategic calendar timing, commodity purchase timing, planning/ projections and overall business management of department. Negotiate terms and conditions, analyze proposals and provide results in accordance with approved purchasing strategies. Manage Direct Reports consistent with expectations of Department's Mission Statement. Create an environment that gives individuals on the team developmental opportunities while achieving defined goals, as well as holding them accountable. Develop and lead Cross-Functional teams for continuous improvements of business processes and outcomes. Mentor others in advanced techniques of forecasting and analysis. Evaluate potential Margin Initiatives in support of Department and Company initiatives. Work with the Product Development, Quality Assurance, Marketing, Finance, and Operations departments in resolving issues and capturing opportunities. Assure that company policies are adhered to.

EXPERIENCE:
Nine years of direct and relevant work experience with a track record of strong performance. Restaurant industry or Finance / Accounting, foodservice distribution, food processing experience a plus.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:
Astute business acumen, analytical and numerical reasoning skills. Lead and develop team of sharp individuals towards meeting personal and company objectives. Build internal alliances and create strong external business relationships. Positively and proactively interface with internal departments to coordinate accomplishments. Must have excellent written, oral and presentation skills, strong interpersonal and relationship management skills. Ability to develop future leaders in the company. Maintain professional and positive business relationships both internally and externally.

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