11 Oct
Wendy's UK
London
Job description
Develops
and executes UK & EU Supply Chain strategy, delivering a competitively priced, safe,
and uninterrupted supply of all food and paper that meets or exceeds
established brand standards. Directs EU SCM team, ensuring that highly
effective supply chain protocols are implemented globally including Category
Management, Forecasting, Inventory, Risk Mitigation, Communication &
Program Management. Successfully manages EU supplier relationships and
negotiates cost competitive contracts by leveraging economies of scale across
the EU region.
Design
and develop an EU supply chain infrastructure with a base of suppliers
capable of leveraging economies of scale across the region. Execute Supply
Chain initiatives that lower food cost and restaurant level profitability on
a timely basis.
Category Management Develop team
capability around managing core product categories including category
profiles, RFP process, cost formulas and contracting. Adaption of QSCC / North
America programs as appropriate.
Improve and develop supply
chain standard operating procedures including new market entry process, new
supplier development process, new product implementation process, supplier
evaluation process, and franchise supply chain training.
Ensure all distribution systems
are cost optimized and meet quality and service standards.
Develop technology solution for
Eu supply chain needs.
Cost Savings Initiatives
Supplier Recommendations
EU Supply Chain process and
planning with franchisees
Supplier performance evaluations
Contract
Negotiations
Bachelor’s
degree in business administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance,
Engineering, or related fields. Master’s Degree preferred.
years of experience overseeing international procurement, distribution importing / exporting,
commodity markets and inventory management for a multinational food brand, quick service restaurant, restaurant, food service or CPG category required.
Excellent
interpersonal and negotiation skills with a proven ability to create and
maintain positive working relationships with a diverse array of suppliers, distributors,
franchisees, and internal partners.
Experience
in building an inclusive team environment and leading a team including remote
employees. Proven ability to coach, mentor and develop team members.
Advanced
skills in project and process management
Preferred Location : London
Travel : 50%
▶️ Director, UK & EU Supply Chain
🖊️ Wendy's UK
📍 London