Supply Chain Manager
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Supply Chain Manager to join our team in North Toronto office. This role is pivotal in ensuring the effective sourcing of products, managing supplier relationships, and contributing to the commercial success of our franchisees. If you possess a strong background in food service with excellent bilingual communication skills and leadership qualities, we want to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:

• Product Sourcing and Management: Efficiently source products, recommend selling prices within guidelines, develop product forecasts, and coordinate the delivery of products through contracted distributors.
• Cost Reduction: Support franchisees by sourcing, testing, and implementing competitive sources of supply for existing products and programs.
• Marketing Support: Proactively support new product development, manage increased product requirements during promotional periods, and access promotional funds from suppliers.
• Supplier Relationships: Establish effective working relationships with suppliers, stay updated with the latest product and sourcing developments, and build a network of industry contacts.
• Cross-Departmental Collaboration: Maintain effective working relationships across all levels of the organization, provide purchasing support to other departments, and actively participate in multi-departmental teams.
• Franchisee Relations: Develop and maintain strong relationships with franchisees and represent the Purchasing Group at relevant meetings.
• Ethical Practices: Uphold purchasing practices and policies that ensure fair and ethical dealings with vendors.
• Additional Duties: Perform other related tasks as required.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate degree or diploma from the Purchasing Management Association of Canada or an equivalent designation, OR five to ten years of purchasing experience in a multi-unit franchise, quick service restaurant, or retail environment.
• Foodservice Experience: Must have multi-unit account management, distribution, purchasing, or other relevant food industry experience.
• Bilingual Communication Skills: Proficiency in verbal and written communication in both French and English.
• Leadership and Innovation: Demonstrated creativity, innovation, resourcefulness, and a strong sense of exceptional customer service.
• Project Management: Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in computer skills, particularly in the use of spreadsheets for business analysis.

If you are a proactive and resourceful professional with a passion for supply chain management in the restaurant industry, apply now to join our team in North Toronto office!