Director, Procurement 

Job Reference Number: 26432
Employment Type: Full-Time, Remote 
Segment: Corrections
Brand: Summit
State: South Dakota (US-SD) 
 

Director of Procurement-Corrections 

This is a remote position with up to 25 % travel. 
Salary is based on experience

This individual is responsible for working closely with the Procurement Team and Corrections segment leadership.  Key responsibilities include performing in-depth data analysis, spend analytics, benchmarking, and sourcing for both food and commissary.  Communicating results and recommendations to various groups and cross-functional teams across the business. 

Focus will be on:

• Formulation and Execution of Food and Commissary Supply Strategies
• Proactive supplier/cost management
• Cost reduction/mitigation
• Problem solve supply chain continuity, delivery and substitution issues
• Optimization of Purchasing Volume
• Setting Key Performance Metrics
• Benchmarking

Core Position Expectations

• Develop and apply standardized and rigorous approach related to procurement analysis such as:
  • Financial/Sourcing modeling for RFP bid analyses
  • Cost saving methodology
  • Gross / Net spend analytics
  • Plan / Forecasting analysis
• Provide analytical support for sourcing activities by performing:
  • Spend analysis
  • Bid comparisons
  • Feasibility analysis
  • Cost/benefit analysis
  • Process analysis
• Develop, track, and report competitive spend analysis, communicate findings to ENA procurement leadership and Corrections segment leadership
• Develop and implement tools to allow rigorous cost and market analysis to be used for prospective client bids, and leveraged by commodity sourcing teams
• Assist sourcing and operational negotiations as needed
• Develop, implement, monitor and report performance measures that demonstrate value and ensure supplier performance
• Build/establish relationships with key business, financial, dietary and operational personnel to ensure full understanding and support for purchasing initiatives

Qualifications

• 6+ years of relevant corrections food service and/or commissary purchasing experience; Corrections food service operations experience a plus.
• Strong negotiation skills are required. 
• Excellent oral and written communication skills combined with superior analytical ability are essential. 
• Strong skills with Excel
• Knowledge of an ad hoc reporting system necessary.  

About Summit:

Focused on serving correctional institutions, Summit ensures that incarcerated people across the United States have access to delicious, healthy food at each meal. Working with Summit, you will have the opportunity to aid in this process and provide inmates with vital social interaction at mealtimes.

About Elior North America:

Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to diversity and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds and abilities. We take pride in supporting the development of our employees and their skills at all levels and in fostering an environment of growth.

At Elior North America, we are committed to offering growth and advancement opportunities for all of our employees. The valuable skills and experience you’ve gained with Elior will propel you further in your career, whether with our corporate office or one of our brand segments.

Disclaimer: This job description can be revised  by management as needed.