Director, Supply Chain & Procurement (Fuzzy's) (Pasadena)

Director Of Supply Chain

Based in Pasadena, California, Dine Brands Global, Inc. (NYSE : DIN), through its subsidiaries, franchises restaurants under Applebee's Neighborhood Grill + Bar, IHOP, and Fuzzy's Taco Shop brands. With over 3,500 restaurants combined in 18 countries and 354 franchisees as of December 31, 2023, Dine Brands is one of the largest full-service restaurant companies in the world.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Director of Supply Chain to oversee and optimize our supply chain operations across 100 restaurant locations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in supply chain management within the restaurant or food service industry, with a proven track record of leading and developing high-performing teams. This is an excellent opportunity to influence the future of the Supply Chain and Culinary leadership, making impactful decisions that position Fuzzy's Taco Shop for optimal growth and as a market leader.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and implement comprehensive supply chain strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.
• Set vision and implement value-adding long-term commodity strategies.
• Oversee inventory management processes to ensure optimal supply.
• Collaborate across Brand leadership and operations teams to achieve cost, performance, and quality targets.
• Lead procurement processes, including vendor selection and contract negotiation.
• Analyze supply chain data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Mitigate supply continuity risks by partnering with vendors, distribution network, and internal business stakeholders.
• Develop and manage key supplier relationships to reduce overall total costs, enhance product performance, and improve supplier performance.
• Demonstrates a strong sense of urgency regarding supply chain performance and effectively works through barriers.
• Oversee supply chain projects from inception to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time and within budget.

Skills & Requirements :

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