Strategic Supply Chain Partner

Who are we?

At RPP, our substantial buying power and unparalleled industry knowledge empower foodservice operators to secure national distributor contract pricing, secure heavily discounted manufacturer pricing agreements, and achieve significant savings on procuring daily goods and services. A trusted full-service procurement consulting firm, we're reshaping the way operators manage their procurement processes. RPP collaborates directly with operators' purchasing directors, overseeing the entire procurement journey. As a Buyers Edge Platform brand, RPP brings billions of dollars in buying power, world-class technology, and seamless integrations to foodservice operators.

We are accepting applications for remote employees, but preference will be given to candidates who can work in our Orlando office on a hybrid basis. This role will travel approximately 15% of the time. We are unable to offer sponsorship for work authorization for this role.

Your impact:

The Strategic Supply Chain Partner will serve as the strategic point of contact (primary or secondary) for all assigned clients and support their scope of work. In addition to the Client Scope of Work as defined below, they will also be responsible for managing team members and advising and supporting their team members Scope of Work.

Oversite and/or support of all procurement & distribution initiatives which can include:

• Negotiation and Management of Distribution Agreements
• Cost Effective Option Identification
• Supplier Management
• Contract Management
• Strategic Commodity Planning and Hedging
• Logistics Optimization and Network Design
• Global Supply Chain Sourcing
• Market & Supply Chain Intelligence and Reporting
• Inventory and PO Management
• LTO/Promotion Management
• New Restaurant Opening Support

Auditing, defined as maintaining all existing and future locations to manage the following:

• Price Verification
• Distribution Inventory Insights
• PO Transparency
• Audits
• Access to Inside Track Dashboard
• Client Distributor Spend Reporting

Other Responsibilities:

• Lead, manage, complete, and delegate tasks specific to the assigned clients to ensure each client is served with excellence and sees the value being delivered as a trusted, dedicated supply chain partner
• Learn and effectively use RPP’s data platforms such as but not limited to; ArrowStream, Inside Track and assigned clients’ distributor reporting platform to pull data, analyze, and provide insights back to assigned client
• Creating and maintaining meaningful relationships with assigned clients as well as their suppliers and distributor partners
• Lead and develop strategies that supports the assigned clients’ business goals and objectives.
• Facilitate communication and work cross-functionally with various stakeholders internally and externally on behalf of assigned client
• Collaborate with Buyers Edge Platform companies to introduce various programs and capabilities to the assigned clients and identification of potential solutions to be offered
• Coordinate assigned client meetings using both cross functional internal resources and external resources when appropriate, prepare the materials for the meeting(s), and present to all levels of the client’s organization
• Influence assigned clients decision making without decision making rights
• Serve as RPP brand ambassador while acting as assigned clients’ advocate
• Identify when to include/engage RPP leadership to support assigned client
• Continuously learn and stay informed on the following: Foodservice/Hospitality industry trends, commodity markets, logistics and distribution trends, consumer insights etc.
• Represent RPP and/or assigned clients at Foodservice/Hospitality industry events, assigned clients’ conferences, assigned clients’ suppliers and distributor partners and on site assigned clients’ offices and/or restaurants as needed
• Available to assigned clients and your Client Management team throughout the business day

About You:

Essential Skills:

• Project Management
• Relationship Management
• Collaborative Problem Solving
• Effective Communication
• Analytical
• Executive Presence
• Results Driven
• Team Player
• Thought Partner
• Quick to Adapt to Change
• Aptitude to Learn

Qualifications: 

• 7 years of related experience and/or training
• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, Foodservice/Hospitality, or business-related fields
• Computer Skills:
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
  • Ability to quickly learn and utilize various software platforms and databases
• Mathematical Skills:
  • Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, weight, and volume
  • Ability to apply concepts of basic math
• Ability to communicate effectively through oral presentation and/or written correspondence
• Ability to solve complex problems and interpret a variety of instructions
• Ability to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events

Don’t meet every requirement mentioned here? Studies have shown that women, communities of color and historically underrepresented talent are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Buyers Edge Platform and our subsidiary brands, we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace. So, if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this position or others with us!

What’s in this for you?

Amazing coverages to start. Medical, dental, and vision coverages are just the beginning! We also offer ancillary plans, such as flexible spending accounts for both health and dependent care, critical illness, accident, and voluntary life as well as company paid life and long-term-disability plans! On top of this, we also offer a 401(k) plan with company match.

Invest in your success. We will provide you with a thorough training and development program, career growth opportunities and competitive compensation.

Live well = Work well. We offer paid time off and paid holidays!