Chartwells K12

Chartwells K12's goal is to make sure students leave the cafeteria happier and healthier than they came in, by serving food kids love to eat and creating custom dining programs. With more than 16,000 associates in 4,500 schools, ranging from large public institutions to small charter and private schools, Chartwells K12 is built on decades of food, education and operational experience driven by top culinary, nutrition, wellness, and sustainability talent. For more information, visit www.ChartwellsK12.com.

Job Summary:

Reports to: Vice President Culinary Services

Salary: $140,000-$160,000

Position: Remote Based with up to 10% Travel.

Chartwells K12 has created a robust, enthusiastic team to support our growing sector. We are seeking a dynamic, forward thinking, and solutions-oriented leader to lead, manage and inspire a skilled team of purchasing specialists. There is a high level of engagement with senior leadership in this individual must be strategic, relatable, and deliver top and exceptional results.

Working as the Director of Purchasing for Chartwells K12, you will be responsible for executing and maintaining compliant purchasing processes and procedures through strong leadership and effective management. The ideal candidate will develop and implement strategic purchasing initiatives, as well as provide operational support to over seven hundred school districts spanning thirty-six states. The successful individual will also assist with the development of short and long-term financial plans in support of the overall objectives of the company, monitor and maintain performance, product, and service quality.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct oversight and full responsibility for K12 purchasing department

• Ability to manage a team of five direct reports including four divisional Purchasing Managers, and a USDA Commodity Manager

• Collaborates and communicates effectively with other key stakeholder groups including: Operations, Marketing, Culinary, Nutrition, Finance, and Supply Chain to achieve business outcomes

• Builds and fosters both "New and Existing" relationships with K12 Manufacturing partner

• Actively seeks out new and innovative products that provide a competitive advantage in the marketplace. Presents opportunities to Culinary, Nutrition and Supply Chain teams for review

• Ability to build and maintain "Sector Specific Approved Product List" ensuring compliance across 50 plus broadline distribution centers

• Develops and maintains "Managed Order Guides" for sector. Monitors order guides for product compliance, communicates opportunities, and implements change

• Participates in large scale SKU rationalization and sourcing events. Actively identifies best quality and value add products needed for K12

• Reviews all non-contracted exceptions with regional leadership, identifies opportunities to move to contracted alternatives

• Develops annual USDA commodity diversion strategy, implements training plan, and quantifies output and results

• Ensures regulatory purchasing compliance in accordance with USDA guidelines through continuous review of current regulations

• Analyzes monthly purchasing reporting, identify trends and opportunities, presents findings to Senior leadership with potential financial impact

• Monitors and conveys known supplier issues and effectively manages resolution

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, foodservice, supply chain or equivalent job experience

• Minimum of 10 years of progressive leadership experience, contract food service is preferred

• Proficiency with MS Office suite including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint

• Ability to develop and present information to a diverse group of business customers

• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks and tight deadlines in a fast-paced environment

• Ability to present compelling presentations to stakeholders

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and analytical skills

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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with a criminal history (including relevant driving history), in a manner consistent with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York Fair Chance Act.

Chartwells K-12 maintains a drug-free workplace.

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Associates at Chartwells K-12 are offered many fantastic benefits.

• Medical

• Dental

• Vision

• Life Insurance/ AD

• Disability Insurance

• Retirement Plan

• Paid Time Off

• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)

• Associate Shopping Program

• Health and Wellness Programs

• Discount Marketplace

• Identity Theft Protection

• Pet Insurance

• Commuter Benefits

• Employee Assistance Program

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Req ID: 1331389

Chartwells K12

KAREN SILBAR

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