Come join The Halal Guys, the leader (and pioneer) of American Halal Food. Launched 30 years ago as a halal street cart on 53rd & 6th in New York City, our beloved and iconic fast casual brand now boasts 100 restaurants on three continents - with over 300 in development worldwide. In full growth mode, we have just launched a search for a Senior Director of Procurement, Distribution and Supply Chain to join our team at corporate headquarters in NYC.
Summary of Position:
The Senior Director of Supply Chain will be responsible for leading and managing all aspects of The Halal Guys's supply chain operations. This includes overseeing procurement, distribution, logistics, inventory management, demand planning, and supplier relationships. The Senior Director of Supply Chain will play a critical role in developing and implementing strategies to optimize the supply chain, reduce costs, and improve efficiency while ensuring the highest level of quality and customer satisfaction.
Duties and Responsibilities: • Develop and execute a comprehensive supply chain strategy aligned with The Halal Guys's overall business objectives. • Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance, support, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement and innovation. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including operations, finance, sales, and marketing, to ensure alignment and integration of supply chain activities with overall business goals. • Oversee procurement activities, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and supplier performance management to ensure cost-effectiveness and reliability of the supply chain. • Optimize inventory management processes to minimize carrying costs while maintaining adequate stock levels to meet customer demand. • Implement best practices in logistics and distribution to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery of products to customers and distribution centers. • Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and improve supply chain performance, including on-time delivery, inventory turnover, and supplier quality. • Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including disruptions in the global supply chain, and develop contingency plans to ensure business continuity. • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance overall supply chain efficiency. • Stay abreast of industry trends, technological advancements, and regulatory changes to proactively adapt the supply chain strategy and operations.
Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, business administration, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred. • Proven track record of at least 10 years in progressively responsible supply chain leadership roles, preferably in the Franchise sector. • Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and develop high-performing teams. • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing supply chain strategies that drive operational excellence and cost savings. • In-depth knowledge of supply chain best practices, including procurement, logistics, inventory management, and demand planning. • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions and drive process improvements. • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal and external personnel at all levels. • Proficiency in supply chain management software and ERP systems.
If you are a results-driven supply chain leader with a passion for driving operational excellence and continuous improvement, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity to join The Halal Guys team.
Benefits:
The Halal Guys believe our greatest asset are our employees. We offer competitive salaries and a full benefits package to include, Medical, Dental/Vision, PTO, and paid holidays.