Position : Purchasing Supervisor / Specialist 

Department: Supply Chain Management 

Reporting Structure : Purchasing Director 

[McDonald’s]

McDonald’s is proud to be one of the most recognized brands in the world, with restaurants in over 100 countries that serve 70 million customers daily. As the global leader in the food service industry, our legacy of innovation and hard work continues to drive us. From drive thru updates to delivery to mobile order, we are innovating quickly and growing.

Joining McDonald`s means thinking big and preparing for a career that can have influence around the world. At McDonald’s, we see every day as a chance to create positive impact. We lead through our values: Serve, Inclusion, Integrity, Community, and Family. From support of Ronald McDonald House Charities to our equal employment opportunity practices and sustainability initiatives, our values keep us dedicated to using our scale for good: good for our customers, people, industry, and planet. 

[Key tasks of the Job]

•        Responsible for the strategic sourcing and key food category management, such as Produce, Potato, Frying Oil and Beverage.
• Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and manage supplier performance to ensure deliverables meet company standards.
• Conduct market research and stay updated on industry trends to identify new sourcing opportunities and cost-saving initiatives.
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies to drive efficiency and cost reduction.
• Monitor and report on key performance metrics related to sourcing and procurement activities.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies and procedures.
• Stay current with market trends, technology, and best practices in Quick Service Restaurant industry.

[Required knowledge & Experience]

•      Minimum 5 years working experience in similar roles in purchasing environment. 
• Proven experience in direct & indirect sourcing procurement.
• Proven track record in internal stakeholders & supplier relationship management.
• Considerable knowledge in food safety and regulatory compliance.
• A good understanding of key financials for supply chain management.

•      Strong negotiation & contract management skills.
•      Analytical mindset with the ability to make data-driven decisions.
• Action oriented team player
• Proficiency in English speaking