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Regional Procurement ManagerYarzin Sella High-End Food ServicesCambridge, Massachusetts, United States
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Regional Procurement Manager

Yarzin Sella High-End Food Services
  • US
    Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States
  • US
    Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

About

Reports to:
US Regional Director

Location:
supporting multi-state operations

About Yarzin-Sell

aYarzin-Sella is an international leader in high-end corporate dining, renowned for excellence and creativity in delivering exceptional food experiences. We specialize in serving tech companies and innovative organizations, providing restaurant-quality culinary programs that enhance workplace culture—from breakfast through afterwork

.Our approach aligns with each client's unique DNA, creating 360-degree culinary experiences that foster collaboration and innovation. We prioritize quality, sustainability, and safety across our diverse culinary operations, fostering a culture of continuous learning and passion for nutritious ingredients

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Position Summa**

ryThe Regional Procurement Manager is the senior-most procurement leader in Yarzin-Sella's US operations, responsible for designing, building, and leading the procurement function that powers our culinary excellence across multiple states. This executive role owns the end-to-end procurement strategy—establishing the infrastructure, systems, and standards that site procurement teams follow throughout the region. They architect vendor partnerships, drive supply chain performance, and ensure our culinary teams have access to the highest-quality products at competitive cost

s.Working within a globally defined procurement framework and in close collaboration with the Global Procurement Manager, this position ensures alignment with company-wide strategies, processes, KPIs, and systems while addressing regional operational needs. The Regional Procurement Manager provides direction and oversight to site-level procurement staff, establishing best practices, accountability structures, and professional development pathway

s.The ideal candidate is an experienced procurement leader who can both envision and execute: someone who builds departments, develops teams, and creates scalable processes while maintaining the hands-on expertise to negotiate critical contracts and solve complex supply challenges. They bring the leadership presence to influence across the organization and the operational depth to drive results as we scal

e.Key Responsibiliti

esStrategic Sourcing & Vendor Manageme

  • ntDevelop and execute regional procurement strategy aligned with culinary standards and business objectiv
  • esIdentify, evaluate, and onboard vendors who meet Yarzin-Sella's quality, sustainability, and service expectatio
  • nsNegotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with national and regional supplie
  • rsBuild and maintain strategic partnerships with key vendors, distributors, and specialty purveyo
  • rsConduct regular vendor performance reviews and manage accountability to service level agreemen
  • tsManage day-to-day supplier interactions including delivery issues, credits, billing discrepancies, and service follow-

upCost Management & Financial Performan

  • ceDrive food cost optimization while maintaining culinary quality and integri
  • tyAnalyze purchasing data to identify savings opportunities, pricing trends, and cost varianc
  • esDevelop and manage procurement budgets across the regi
  • onPartner with culinary and operations leaders to align menu planning with cost targe
  • tsEstablish controls and approval workflows to ensure purchasing complian
  • ceSupport commercial negotiations by preparing price comparisons, benchmarks, and market insigh

tsSupply Chain Operatio

  • nsOversee supply chain logistics across multiple states, ensuring reliable and timely delivery to all sit
  • esManage distributor relationships and resolve supply disruptions with urgen
  • cyImplement inventory management best practices to minimize waste and optimize par leve
  • lsMonitor market conditions, commodity pricing, and supply risks; develop contingency plans according
  • lyEnsure cold chain integrity and compliance with food safety standards throughout the supply cha
  • inAnticipate and mitigate regional risks related to supply, quality, logistics, and pricing that could impact operatio

nsProcurement Systems & Data Manageme

  • ntMaintain accurate supplier catalogs, SKUs, pricing, and contracts within the procurement syst
  • emEnsure data integrity, consistency, and timely updates according to global standar
  • dsSupport and guide internal users in correct system usage and procurement process
  • esAnalyze procurement data including spend, pricing trends, supplier comparisons, and usage patter
  • nsShare insights and recommendations with global procurement leadership to support strategic decision-maki

ngMobilization & New Site Suppo

  • rtLead procurement planning and execution for new site openings and client transitio
  • nsEstablish vendor networks, distribution channels, and supply agreements in new marke
  • tsDevelop site-specific purchasing guides and startup inventory lis
  • tsSupport equipment procurement and smallwares sourcing for mobilizatio
  • nsPartner with culinary leadership to source specialty and local products for new men

usCross-Functional Partnersh

  • ipServe as a strategic partner to Executive Chefs, Senior Operations Managers, and Site Procurement tea
  • msCollaborate with Finance on forecasting, reporting, and cost analys
  • isSupport client proposals and RFPs with procurement data, sustainability initiatives, and cost modeli
  • ngAlign with global procurement colleagues to leverage enterprise relationships and best practic
  • esConduct regular site visits to strengthen communication, operational understanding, and supplier performan

ceQualificatio

  • ns5–10 years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience in food and beverage, hospitality, or food service industri
  • esProven success negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships at sca
  • leMulti-unit and multi-state procurement experience requir
  • edDeep understanding of food products, culinary operations, and quality standar
  • dsStrong financial and analytical skills with experience managing budgets and driving cost performan
  • ceDemonstrated ability to build procurement infrastructure and processes in growing organizatio
  • nsExceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate supply disruptions and market volatili
  • tyStrong systems orientation with high proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP; Power Query a plu
  • s)Proficiency in procurement systems and ERP platfor
  • msExcellent communication and relationship-building skills across all leve
  • lsAbility to travel within the region as needed (up to 20

%)Preferred Qualificatio

  • nsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Hospitality, or related fie
  • ldExperience in corporate dining, contract food service, or high-volume restaurant operatio
  • nsFamiliarity with sustainability certifications and responsible sourcing practic
  • esBackground supporting tech campus or large-scale workplace dining progra
  • msCPM, CPSM, or similar procurement certificati

onCore Competenci

  • esService-oriented mindset with passion for culinary excellen
  • ceHigh attention to detail and data accura
  • cyStrong prioritization and multitasking abiliti
  • esCollaborative and transparent communication sty
  • leStructured problem-solving approa
  • chAccountability and ownership within a global framewo

rkWhat We Off

  • erOpportunity to build the procurement function for a dynamic, global hospitality company in the US mark
  • etCollaborative, family-oriented culture with a passion for genuine hospitali
  • tyCompetitive compensation and comprehensive benefits packa
  • geCareer development within a growing international organizati
  • onWork schedule: Full-time, Monday through Frid

ayHiring Proce

  1. ssInitial phone screen with
  2. HRInterview with Global Procurement Manager and US Regional Direct
  3. orFinal interview with leadership te
  4. amReferences and background che

ckYarzin-Sella is an equal opportunity employe

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  • Cambridge, Massachusetts, United States

Languages

  • English
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