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Procurement, Buyer

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Under limited supervision, assumes full buying responsibility for selected categories. Other areas of responsibility include price negotiation, planning, production, and inventory control.

This position will sit onsite in our Atlanta Support Center 80% of the time.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Enables brands to efficiently and effectively maximize the value they receive from suppliers Conducts sourcing events as required for the categories within the scope of responsibility, selecting the best choice for Inspire.

Ensures all legal documents are in place for each supplier, including NDA, Master Supplier Agreement, and Product Agreements
Conducts the RFP process, bid analysis and review, contract negotiations, and blanket purchase agreement creation.
Develop/execute purchasing strategies for products including monitoring macro trends in supplier base, implementing plans to react, and developing/executing purchasing strategies for products.

Identify and realize cost-savings and cost-reduction opportunities Ensure the supply chain has adequate production capacity to meet the needs of the business in compliance on spec and at competitive costs.

Develop ideas for cost savings initiatives within owned categories.
Evaluate potential margin initiatives, document with business case and champion change in support of department/company initiatives.

Minimizes risk of supply disruption

Identifies supply and supplier issues. Analyzes information to assess root cause, improvement opportunities, and associated risk.

Build strategic relationships

Understand Brands' needs and build supplier relationships to meet those needs.
Builds collaborative relationships with Brand Functional Team / Managers.

Monitors purchasing performance

Monitors supplier performance and completes supplier scorecard.
Participates in S&OP process and coordinates supplier's production to meet demand.

Other duties as assigned by management

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or other equivalent
3+ years in supply chain and procurement

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS or ABILITIES

Experience in procurement and negotiation strategies
Understand and function effectively in a team environment
Proven track record of success in leadership positions
Restaurant / Food Service experience

DIRECT REPORTS

None

Inspire Brands is a multi-brand restaurant company whose portfolio includes more than 32,000 Arby’s, Baskin-Robbins, Buffalo Wild Wings, Dunkin’, Jimmy John’s, and SONIC restaurants worldwide.

We’re made up of some of the world’s most iconic restaurant brands, but we’re much more than just a restaurant company. We’re a team of hundreds of thousands who individually and collectively are changing the way people eat, drink, and gather around the table. We know that food is much more than a staple—it’s an experience. At Inspire, that’s our purpose: to ignite and nourish flavorful experiences.

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What You Should Know About Procurement, Buyer, Inspire Brands

Are you ready to take your procurement skills to the next level? Join Inspire Brands as a Procurement Buyer at our Atlanta Support Center, where you will play a key role in overseeing purchasing for selected categories. In this dynamic position, you’ll be responsible for price negotiations, inventory control, and ensuring that our supply chain operates smoothly without hiccups. You’ll spend about 80% of your time onsite, working closely with our talented teams. Your mission will be to conduct sourcing events, managing the RFP process, and establishing solid supplier agreements. As you develop and execute strategic purchasing plans, your keen eye for macro trends will help drive cost-saving initiatives. You’ll be analyzing supplier performance with a focus on building strong, collaborative relationships with our talented Brand Functional Teams. With your background in supply chain and procurement, you know how to minimize risks while maximizing value and efficiency. At Inspire Brands, we’re proud of our numerous iconic restaurant chains, and as part of our team, you’ll help us continue to reshape the dining experience for customers worldwide. If you are a proactive and passionate individual with a strong negotiation history and a desire to contribute to our purpose of igniting flavorful experiences, this is the perfect role for you!

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What responsibilities does a Procurement Buyer at Inspire Brands have?

As a Procurement Buyer at Inspire Brands, your core responsibilities include overseeing the full buying process for specific categories, conducting sourcing events, negotiating prices, and managing supplier agreements. Additionally, you'll ensure all legal documents are in place and analyze supplier performance while aligning procurement strategies with macro trends to drive cost-efficiency.