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    Technology Procurement Manager - Louisville, United States - Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions LLC

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    Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions, LLC, a Yum Brands Co-op, (RSCS) is currently seeking a Technology Procurement Manager (100% remote) to manage important spend categories within the Yum family of Brands including Taco Bell, Pizza Hut, KFC, A&W Root Beer, and The Habit Grill.


    The Technology Procurement Manager is a vital member of the Development & Equipment Solutions (DES) procurement team and the position reports to the Director, Technology & Assets Procurement.

    This role is responsible for leading the Restaurant Technology strategic sourcing and procurement efforts to support our dynamic network of restaurants (~$100 million in spend) across Yum Brands (Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger Grill) and A&W.

    The system represents a network of over 18,000 restaurants and circa 1,000 franchisees.


    Essential Functions


    • Develop comprehensive category profile including, but not limited to Category Profiles, market reports, risk
    analysis, market trend analysis, competitive benchmarking, innovation searches and voice of customer analysis

    to create and execute short- and long-term strategies for each assigned product category.


    • Collaborate with key stakeholders, including Brand Technology Teams, to understand business requirements and
    technology needs.


    • Develop and execute procurement strategies for restaurant technology solutions, including point-of-sale (POS)
    systems, kitchen displays systems, digital menu boards, drive thru equipment, hardware services, and other IT

    infrastructure.


    • Proactively identifies future business trends, emerging technologies, opportunities for innovative solutions,
    and develops new partnerships, as needed, to inform procurement decisions.


    • Develop supplier relationships, product category expertise, and manage all procurement activities and
    negotiations for the product categories assigned on behalf of RSCS and its franchisee members for all Brands.


    • Gather, analyze, and effectively apply relevant market intelligence including key cost drivers, market
    dynamics, capacity utilization metrics, and macroeconomics to anticipate potential issues and opportunities and

    act accordingly for the best possible outcome for the benefit of RSCS and its franchisee members.


    • Assertively influence decision making and outcomes, both internally and externally, using expertise within
    assigned categories. Create compelling presentations to optimize communication of key data and insights.


    • Oversee all purchasing responsibilities for the relevant categories including sourcing strategy, contract
    negotiation, cost analysis, cost savings tracking, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) appraisals, and other

    duties key to the performance of the position.


    • Support new product development, product launches, and other projects initiated by the Brands. Work closely
    with Brand Operations and relevant Brand Stakeholders to ensure flawless execution of all Brand projects and

    programs, including various conference calls and meetings.


    • Conduct Request for Proposals (RFP's) using the RSCS Sourcing Process.
    • Collaborate with Brand Operations team on identifying, prioritizing, and delivering Development & Equipment
    Solutions Restaurant Margin Improvement (DES RMI) process for all Brands.


    • Collaborate with the Supply and Operations Planning (S&OP) Team to ensure the continuous supply for assigned
    product categories during promotional and non-promotional periods.


    • Assume new assignments, routinely demonstrate interest in improving knowledge, offer suggestions and problem
    solutions.


    • Travel, as required.
    • Other duties as required and assigned.

    Required Education, Experience, and Skills:


    • Bachelor's degree required. Prefer a major in Business, Supply Chain, or Information Technology. Prefer
    Master's or MBA.


    • Minimum of 5 to 7 years business experience in positions related to technology, procurement, product
    management, program management, business strategy, and/or operations.


    • Proven experience in technology management, including hardware, services, and IT infrastructure. Prefer
    familiarity with restaurant operations and industry-specific technology solutions.


    • Strong negotiation skills and demonstrated ability to influence internal and external outcomes.
    • Acts with a sense of urgency and ability to determine when a need for thoroughness versus speed is appropriate.
    • Advanced communication skills, both written and verbal, emphasizing interpersonal and consensus building
    capabilities.


    • Proven self-starter with the ability to set priorities and meet and exceed all responsibilities in a fast-
    paced, dynamic, high output environment, while maintaining focus on the company mission and departmental goals.


    • Exceptional relationship builder with ability to engage with, assertively and respectfully influence, and
    garner trust and respect from a diverse group of peer and senior level constituents, including company

    executives, team members, franchisees, and suppliers.


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