Sourcing Lead (Up to 3-Year Project) - Chick-fil-A, Inc.

Overview:

Come join us on our journey to build a top-notch strategic sourcing function! Corporate Procurement is relatively new at Chick-fil-A, and we are amidst an exciting transformation across all areas of our function!  We pursue meaningful impact, have access to innovative tools and work collaboratively across the business.  The culture is second to none - we are a growing, purpose driven company and strive to be the world’s most caring company.  This entry level role will work with internal stakeholders to identify their business requirements, identify viable suppliers, and execute a value driven strategic sourcing process.  It will report to a team leader and there is significant opportunity to learn and grow on a team that works collaboratively and effectively together. This position will require the use of analytical rigor, effective communication skills, initiative, curiosity, and judgment. 

 

The Chick-fil-A Support Center is launching a new project-based role that is part of the Enterprise Viability Team within Enterprise Data & Analytics department. This Project Full-time role is a TEMPORARY, full-time position up to a maximum of 36 months.

 

Our Flexible Future model offers a healthy mix of working in person and virtually, strengthening key elements of the Chick-fil-A culture by fostering collaboration and community.

Responsibilities:

• Independently lead and execute multiple sourcing processes (RFP, RFI, RFQ) simultaneously, while delivering exceptional customer service to stakeholders.
• Cultivate trust-based relationships and earn a valued position among department stakeholders.
• Analyze internal spend data and external market data to understand trends and potential areas of opportunity
• Develop baseline cost for categories including total cost analysis, technical specifications and historical cost trends
• Generate and implement efficient sourcing and category management strategies
• Develop a decision matrix to drive objective business recommendation for stakeholders
• Partner with Chick-fil-A’s Legal team to effectively resolve contracting issues
• Create and execute on negotiation strategies to secure favorable deal/terms for Chick-fil-A
• Build relationships with key supplier representatives and effectively escalate any issues that arise
• Work collaboratively across the broader corporate procurement team to support transformation and change efforts in supplier relationship management, P2P, and procurement analytics
• Orient, train, assign and check the work of junior team members and/or be designated as an informal team leader

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Supply Chain Management, Business, or other similar degree
• Strong understanding of and experience in strategic sourcing methodologies
• Ability to work effectively with cross functional teams
• Strong analytical skills and business acumen  
• Ability to prioritize and adapt within a rigorous, quickly changing, and fast paced environment
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
• Demonstrated high standards of excellence in work production and final work product and comfortable with ambiguity
• Must maintain and promote social, ethical, and professional standards that reflect the core values of Chick-fil-A, Inc. when conducting business activities
• 5-10% travel required: Chick-fil-A Operator/market visits, supplier visits, and related conferences

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA or Masters in Finance, Supply Chain, or Business
• Knowledge and experience with leading indirect procurement processes
• 3-5 years’ strategic sourcing experience
• Leadership on cross functional teams

Minimum Years of Experience:4Travel Requirements:10%Required Level of Education:Bachelor's DegreePreferred Level of Education:Bachelors DegreeMajor/Concentration:Finance, Supply Chain Management, Business, or other similar degreeMinimum GPA (4.0 Scale):3.5