Associate Category Manager

4 weeks ago

Duluth, United States National DCP, LLC Full time

Join the NDCP Team and Make a Difference

Unlock Your True Potential


Job Title: Associate Category Manager

Location: Duluth, GA (Hybrid)

Compensation: Competitive salary with bonus potential. Paid weekly.

Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 am - 5 pm


Benefits:

  • Competitive health, and dental insurance at date of hire.
  • Vision, dental, and prescription drug insurance 30 days after hire
  • Company-paid Group Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage
  • Voluntary Life and AD&D coverage
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Paid time off for vacation, discretionary time, illness and holidays
  • 401(k) retirement savings plan with company matching
  • Education discounts at Southern New Hampshire University
  • Life Mart, AT&T, and Verizon discounts
  • Fitness and Wellness Discount and Reimbursement Program
  • Employee purchase discount programs
  • Employee apparel program



Overview: National DCP, LLC (NDCP) is seeking passionate individuals to join our dynamic team as Associate Category Manager . We are a $3 billion global supply chain management company serving Dunkin’ franchisees. We support over 10,000 quick service restaurants in the U.S. and distribute products to more than 40 countries. Dunkin’ franchisees turn to our award-winning organization for extraordinary value, cost-savings, quality products and reliable service. Our organization is at the forefront of the industry, and we want you to be a part of our success story.


Why Join Us? At NDCP, we believe that you can make a difference. We offer a supportive and inclusive work environment where your ideas are valued, and your contributions are recognized. Join us to unlock your true potential and embark on a rewarding career journey filled with opportunities for growth and development.


Position Overview:


The Associate Category Manager will oversee select category management functions as an integral part of NDCP’s Restaurant Solutions. Category responsibilities include various building assets, materials, and services utilized to construct or remodel a restaurant. This position will contribute to the growth and profitability of Dunkin’ by optimizing sourcing strategies, building mutually beneficial supplier relationships, and promoting continuous improvement. The Associate Category Manager will provide dedicated support in the areas of supplier, cost, risk, and performance management. This includes ensuring timely supply of high-quality products and services at the lowest sustainable cost to the Dunkin’ franchisees on behalf of NDCP.

Restaurant Solutions has procurement and supply chain responsibilities for indirect products and services, such as kitchen equipment, smallwares, custom fabrication, distribution, and consolidation programs, construction materials, furnishings, lighting, signs, and store level services. The Associate Category Manager will report directly to the Category Manager, Restaurant Solutions. NDCP and this position are located in Duluth, GA


Responsibilities:

  • RFx Activity: Prepare and execute RFI, RFQ, and RFP events. Analyze responses and work with internal counterparts to achieve best award decision. Prepare executive summary with results.
  • Negotiation: Negotiate lowest possible landed cost based on product specifications, quality, service levels, and industry conditions.
  • Contract Execution: Optimize business terms/conditions and develop contracts for supply of products and services with all new and existing suppliers. Ensure timely completion of renewals.
  • New Program Offerings: Identification, discovery, initiation, and development of new, user-friendly program offerings to drive incremental value and improve the Member experience.
  • Inspire Collaboration: Interface and collaborate with Dunkin’/Inspire Brands New Store/Remodeling teams and its franchisees to provide optimum cross-functional planning and execution of Category Management functions.
  • Continuous Supply: Locate, analyze, develop, and maintain efficient and effective supplier base to meet current and future needs of all purchased materials and services.
  • Supplier Management: Enhance supplier development by communicating performance standards, developing joint improvement initiatives, and seeking real-time feedback.
  • Market Analysis: Understand and monitor key spending trends, cost drivers, market factors, geographic considerations, and strategic importance of critical materials/services to manage assigned categories and implement appropriate sourcing strategies.


Perform other duties as assigned.

Supervision Exercised

This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities.


Qualifications:


  • Minimum 3 years of experience in category management and strategic sourcing including supplier, cost, risk, and relationship management.
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred in supply chain, business, or a construction related field of study.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, and Power Point) required; proficiency with SAP and/or Smartsheet is a plus.
  • Collaborative, “team first” approach with proven ability to develop strong business relationship and manage effectively.
  • Excellent communicator, both written and verbal.
  • Proven organizational and project management capabilities including ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Proactive and dedicated with a drive for quality and results.
  • Curiosity and aptitude to understand complex requirements across multiple categories.
  • Experience with a purchasing cooperative, foodservice distributor, franchise system, or within the foodservice/restaurant industry is a plus; experience in construction industry or related field is also of value, but not required.
  • Other Requirements
  • Limited amount of travel may be required.
  • Physical Demands
  • Ability to sit for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to operate a computer keyboard and to view a computer screen for extended periods of time.
  • Ability to lift, tug, pull up to fifteen (15) pounds.



Equal Opportunity Employer: NDCP is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.


Join Our Team: Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now to become a part of NDCP and contribute to our mission of delivering innovative supply chain solutions to the foodservice industry. Your journey to success starts here

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