The Regional Procurement Manager is the senior-most procurement leader in Yarzin-Sella's US operations, responsible for designing, building, and leading the procurement function that powers our culinary excellence across multiple states. This executive role owns the end-to-end procurement strategy—establishing the infrastructure, systems, and standards that site procurement teams follow throughout the region. They architect vendor partnerships, drive supply chain performance, and ensure our culinary teams have access to the highest-quality products at competitive costs.
As the functional leader, they provide direction and oversight to site-level procurement staff, establishing best practices, accountability structures, and professional development pathways. They serve as a strategic partner to Executive Chefs, Senior Operations Managers, and Site Procurement teams —balancing culinary integrity with fiscal discipline—while also collaborating with Finance, Operations, and global procurement colleagues to align the US procurement function with enterprise objectives.
The ideal candidate is an experienced procurement leader who can both envision and execute : someone who builds departments, develops teams, and creates scalable processes while maintaining the hands-on expertise to negotiate critical contracts and solve complex supply challenges. They bring the leadership presence to influence across the organization and the operational depth to drive results as we scale.
Reports to : US Regional Director
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Sourcing & Vendor Management
- Develop and execute regional procurement strategy aligned with culinary standards and business objectives
- Identify, evaluate, and onboard vendors who meet Yarzin-Sella's quality, sustainability, and service expectations
- Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with national and regional suppliers
- Build and maintain strategic partnerships with key vendors, distributors, and specialty purveyors
- Conduct regular vendor performance reviews and manage accountability to service level agreements
Cost Management & Financial Performance
Drive food cost optimization while maintaining culinary quality and integrityAnalyze purchasing data to identify savings opportunities, pricing trends, and cost variancesDevelop and manage procurement budgets across the regionPartner with culinary and operations leaders to align menu planning with cost targetsEstablish controls and approval workflows to ensure purchasing complianceSupply Chain Operations
Oversee supply chain logistics across multiple states, ensuring reliable and timely delivery to all sitesManage distributor relationships and resolve supply disruptions with urgencyImplement inventory management best practices to minimize waste and optimize par levelsMonitor market conditions, commodity pricing, and supply risks; develop contingency plans accordinglyEnsure cold chain integrity and compliance with food safety standards throughout the supply chainMobilization & New Site Support
Lead procurement planning and execution for new site openings and client transitionsEstablish vendor networks, distribution channels, and supply agreements in new marketsDevelop site-specific purchasing guides and startup inventory listsSupport and help coordinate equipment procurement and smallwares sourcing for mobilizationsPartner with culinary leadership to source specialty and local products for new menusCross-Functional Partnership
Serve as a strategic partner to teams on sourcing specialty ingredients, seasonal products, and culinary innovationsCollaborate with Finance on forecasting, reporting, and cost analysisSupport client proposals and RFPs with procurement data, sustainability initiatives, and cost modelingAlign with global procurement colleagues to leverage enterprise relationships and best practicesQualifications
5–10 years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience in food and beverage, hospitality, or food service industriesProven success negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships at scaleMulti-unit and multi-state procurement experience requiredDeep understanding of food products, culinary operations, and quality standardsStrong financial and analytical skills with experience managing budgets and driving cost performanceDemonstrated ability to build procurement infrastructure and processes in growing organizationsExceptional problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate supply disruptions and market volatilityAbility to travel within the region as neededExcellent communication and relationship-building skills across all levelsProficiency in procurement systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft ExcelPreferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Hospitality, or related fieldExperience in corporate dining, contract food service, or high-volume restaurant operationsFamiliarity with sustainability certifications and responsible sourcing practicesBackground supporting tech campus or large-scale workplace dining programsCPM, CPSM, or similar procurement certification a plusWhat We Offer
Opportunity to build the procurement function for a dynamic, global hospitality company in the US marketCollaborative, family-oriented culture with a passion for genuine hospitalityCompetitive compensation and benefits packageCareer development within a growing organization