Regional Procurement Manager, Western Europe

Reports to: Western Europe Regional Director About Yarzin Sella Yarzin Sella is a global leader in high‑end food service, renowned for excellence and creativity in delivering exceptional dining experiences. We prioritize quality, sustainability and safety across our diverse culinary operations, fostering a culture of continuous learning and passion for nutritious ingredients. Join us in redefining food service and elevating client satisfaction. Position Summary The Regional Procurement Manager is the senior‑most procurement leader in Yarzin‑Sella's Western Europe 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 Western Europe 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. 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 integrity Analyze purchasing data to identify savings opportunities, pricing trends, and cost variances Develop and manage procurement budgets across the region Partner with culinary and operations leaders to align menu planning with cost targets Establish controls and approval workflows to ensure purchasing compliance Supply Chain Operations Oversee supply chain logistics across multiple states, ensuring reliable and timely delivery to all sites Manage distributor relationships and resolve supply disruptions with urgency Implement inventory management best practices to minimize waste and optimize par levels Monitor market conditions, commodity pricing, and supply risks; develop contingency plans accordingly Ensure cold chain integrity and compliance with food safety standards throughout the supply chain Mobilization & New Site Support Lead procurement planning and execution for new site openings and client transitions Establish vendor networks, distribution channels, and supply agreements in new markets Develop site‑specific purchasing guides and startup inventory lists Support and help coordinate equipment procurement and smallwares sourcing for mobilizations Partner with culinary leadership to source specialty and local products for new menus Cross‑Functional Partnership Serve as a strategic partner to teams on sourcing specialty ingredients, seasonal products, and culinary innovations Collaborate with Finance on forecasting, reporting, and cost analysis Support client proposals and RFPs with procurement data, sustainability initiatives, and cost modeling Align with global procurement colleagues to leverage enterprise relationships and best practices What We Offer Opportunity to build the procurement function for a dynamic, global hospitality company in the Western Europe market Collaborative, family‑oriented culture with a passion for genuine hospitality Competitive compensation and benefits package Career development within a growing organization Requirements Qualifications 5–10 years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience in food and beverage, hospitality, or food service industries Proven success negotiating contracts and managing vendor relationships at scale Multi‑unit and multi‑state procurement experience required Deep understanding of food products, culinary operations, and quality standards Strong financial and analytical skills with experience managing budgets and driving cost performance Demonstrated ability to build procurement infrastructure and processes in growing organizations Exceptional problem‑solving skills with the ability to navigate supply disruptions and market volatility Ability to travel within the region as needed Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills across all levels Proficiency in procurement systems, ERP platforms, and Microsoft Excel English is a Must; other languages – Advantage Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Hospitality, or related field Experience in corporate dining, contract food service, or high‑volume restaurant operations Familiarity with sustainability certifications and responsible sourcing practices Background supporting tech campus or large‑scale workplace dining programs CPM, CPSM, or similar procurement certification a plus #J-18808-Ljbffr