Commodity Manager
Irving, Texas
With more than 13,000 stores in the U.S. and 84,000 stores globally, it is no wonder 7-Eleven, Inc. has been named an iconic brand. In addition to 7-Eleven stores, 7-Eleven, Inc. also operates and franchises Speedway, Stripes, Laredo Taco Company and Raise the Roost locations.
Since inventing the convenience industry in 1927, 7-Eleven has built a rich 96-year history filled with beloved products like Slurpee, Big Gulp and Big Bite, and fan-favorite holidays like Slurpee Day and Bring Your Own Cup Day.
Now, 7-Eleven is on a mission to contemporize the brand and redefine convenience - and we need your help.
JOB SUMMARY
As the Commodity Manager, you will partner with the Fresh Food, Private Brands and Supply Chain leadership teams to deliver improved cost and service levels. You will drive improved spend and quality performance by sourcing suppliers as well as negotiating contract terms in the areas Fresh Food, Private Brands and Supply Chain. This will include negotiations, bidding, and the creation and approval of contracts.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION: Bachelors/4 Yr Degree
YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: 5+ years
YEARS OF MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE: 5+ years
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: N/A
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
CPM - Certified Purchasing Manager certification a plus
Since inventing the convenience industry in 1927, 7-Eleven has built a rich 96-year history filled with beloved products like Slurpee, Big Gulp and Big Bite, and fan-favorite holidays like Slurpee Day and Bring Your Own Cup Day.
Now, 7-Eleven is on a mission to contemporize the brand and redefine convenience - and we need your help.
JOB SUMMARY
As the Commodity Manager, you will partner with the Fresh Food, Private Brands and Supply Chain leadership teams to deliver improved cost and service levels. You will drive improved spend and quality performance by sourcing suppliers as well as negotiating contract terms in the areas Fresh Food, Private Brands and Supply Chain. This will include negotiations, bidding, and the creation and approval of contracts.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Source fresh food ingredients for menu assortment while managing to budget and maximizing spend via RFPs and contract/pricing negotiations.
- Develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for designated categories.
- Implement vendor management and compliance programs including SLAs (Service Level Agreements), and pricing for products for fresh food products and ingredients.
- Negotiate contracts and agreements with suppliers to ensure optimal pricing and favorable terms.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of products and resolve any issues that arise.
- Analyze market trends, assess supplier performance, and evaluate the impact of external factors on the procurement of products.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
EDUCATION: Bachelors/4 Yr Degree
YEARS OF RELEVANT WORK EXPERIENCE: 5+ years
YEARS OF MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE: 5+ years
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSES: N/A
SPECIFIC KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
CPM - Certified Purchasing Manager certification a plus
Created: 2024-07-04
Reference: 2024-266105
Country: United States
State: Texas
City: Irving
ZIP: 75063
About 7-ELEVEN
Founded in: 1927
Number of Employees: 135000
Website: https://www.7-eleven.com/
Career site: https://careers.7-eleven.com/
Wikipedia: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/7-Eleven
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/7eleven/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/7Eleven
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