SOURCING SUPPLY PARTNER
Starting pay: [[cust_StartingPayRate]] per year
Let’s talk about Canteen One! We are the national account management arm for Canteen, the largest and most experienced food and retail service company in the United States. We help our clients take the best breaks possible by providing unique and customized office coffee, vending, market, and pantry programs from coast-to-coast.
Let’s talk about Perks!
At our North Loop Minneapolis office, we have an awesome office environment filled with perks! Free office coffee and pantry – One block from light rail transit– Dress for your Day – Canteen Avenue C (market) & Foodsby food delivery – Sporting event tickets frequently raffled off – Paid time off to volunteer for corporate sponsored events – Wellness programs … you get the idea!
Let’s talk about Opportunity!
As part of Compass Group USA, the 6th largest employer in the world and leader in food service and support services, Canteen One provides you with an opportunity to work with Fortune 500 companies, and become part of a diverse team committed to attracting, retaining, and developing top level talent. If you are passionate about a customer-first, always friendly approach, we think you’ll fit right in!
Canteen One offers a variety of career opportunities, including:
- Customer Service
- Accounts Receivable / Consolidation Services
- Finance / Accounting
- Client & Account Management
- Vendor Relations / Operations
- Information Technology
great people. great services. great results.
Each and every individual plays a key role in the growth and legacy of our company. We know the next big idea can come from anyone. We encourage developing and attracting expertise that differentiates us as a company as we continue to raise the bar.
Job Summary
This position is responsible for the sourcing, negotiation and selection of the supply base for National Accounts, including analysis and integrity of new and existing products and system set-up. This is accomplished through the coordination of vendor relationships, logistics, analytics, communication and project management.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
· Work with vendors and National Account Managers to ensure compliance with client-driven programs
· Build, maintain and sustain long-term relationships with strategic suppliers
· Conduct in-depth industry analysis to provide proactive insight into sourcing strategy
· Lead in integrating new product/program/initiatives into customer portfolio
· Create and manage weekly new product lists for pantry National Accounts
· Monitor savings and costs on all sourcing projects and reports
· Create and track data detailing adherence to program compliance
· Communicate recommendations regarding changes to existing products offered
· Address escalated customer service issues
· Assist with National Account new client roll-out meetings
· Attend meetings, social business functions, and association conferences
Qualifications
· A high school education and three years of business experience, or Bachelor’s degree, which is strongly preferred, and two years of business experience.
· Experience in marketing, project management, operations and account management
· Procurement and sourcing experience, and knowledge of Office Coffee and Pantry Services (OCS) is preferred
· Excellent interpersonal communication and negotiation skills coupled with a strong customer service orientation
· Self-driven with proven ability to work independently
· Grow and maintain long-term positive internal and external work relationships
· Detail-oriented and accurate, coupled with the demonstrated ability to prioritize and organize business requirements
· Professional composure in high-pressure, time-sensitive environment
· Strong software skills, including Microsoft Word and MS Excel at an intermediate level
· Demonstrated ability to use both analytical and intuitive judgment and sound decision making
· One year of JD Edwards (ERP system) experience or equivalent (SAP, Oracle, PeopleSoft, etc.
Apply to Canteen One today!
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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.
Associates at Canteen One 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)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Personal Leave
Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here for paid time off benefits information.
Req ID: 1471515
Canteen One
Johanna P Heidler
Nearest Major Market: Minneapolis
Job Segment:
Accounts Receivable, Food Service, Finance, Hospitality
