Ilitch Companies · 2 hours ago
Purchasing Manager
Detroit, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expIlitch Companies, through Little Caesars, is focused on investing in the growth of its colleagues and building a future. The Purchasing Manager will negotiate and manage product purchasing, develop procurement strategies, and establish relationships with suppliers to achieve quality and cost-saving goals.
Food and BeverageHospitalityTravel
Responsibilities
Negotiate and manage the purchasing of products for the Ilitch companies
Develop and execute actionable procurement strategies
Establish and build strategic relationships with suppliers, proactively managing the supplier base
Reach targeted quality, cost-savings and profitability goals
Take a broad leadership role by providing fresh perspectives, innovative ideas, and practical solutions
Work successfully with other functions to establish and manage priorities and positively influence all levels within and outside the organization to promote effective working relationships in support of objectives
Establish and maintain relationships that will result in mutually beneficial partnerships with suppliers; continually monitor cost-saving opportunities and establish purchasing policies to meet long-term objectives
Develop and implement procurement strategies that allow for successfully negotiating favorable pricing, terms and agreements with approved suppliers
Conduct supplier and commodity risk assessments, monitoring specific commodity market trends, developing technologies and supply/demand challenges
Serve as IHI’s subject matter expert for assigned commodities/products to establish the most competitive cost position
Develop supplier performance strategies to maximize the company’s total value
Identify and source top-notch primary and secondary suppliers to meet current and future needs
Establish a strong network and foster collaboration with internal customers and suppliers
Work closely with suppliers and internal teams to identify cost-saving opportunities with existing or new technologies for applications across product offerings
Partner with all IHI departments to ensure competitive advantage in the development of new products and services/events
Conduct routine audits of products and pricing
Participate in budgeting process for purchasing and service-based procurement
Prepare and implement product/supplier contingency plans
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Procurement or related discipline
At least five years purchasing experience in the real estate industry with a demonstrated track record on cost savings
In depth understanding of raw material commodity markets
Evidence of highly developed analytical skills
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and changing priorities and to effectively negotiate project requests and priorities to optimize resource utilization
Strong project management and organizational skills, demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, including communicating technical data to a variety of audiences
Highly motivated and efficient with demonstrated ability to drive measurable results
Evidence of interpersonal skills and influencing abilities to positively affect results of cross-functional and internal teams
Ability to travel to supplier locations, trade shows and industry events, and adhere to IHI travel policy
Demonstrated ability to develop strategies to maximize total value
Preferred
Event/Sports & Entertainment experience preferred
Company
Ilitch Companies
The Ilitch Companies' family of businesses represent leading brands in the food, sports and entertainment industries, including Little Caesars, Blue Line Distribution, the Detroit Red Wings, Olympia Entertainment, the Detroit Tigers, Olympia Development, Little Caesars Pizza Kit Fundraising Program, Champion Foods, MotorCity Casino Hotel, Ocean Casino Resort, and Tenda.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Scott Fisher
Chief Financial Officer
Patrick Rubens
Compensation Business Partner
Recent News
Crain's Detroit Business
2024-05-21
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