Job Title – Procurement and Research Coordinator

Location – Tacala, LLC – Vestavia Hills, AL 35242

Category – Development

Job Type - Full-time

Education - Bachelor's Degree or Higher in Logistics, Business or similar field

Travel - None

Benefits – Salary, 401k, Medical Insurance, Bonus

Salary Range - Based on experience

Tacala, LLC is an operator of over 350 Taco Bell locations and continues to develop 10-12 new locations each year. The Tacala development team is responsible for site selection, real estate, due diligence, planning, design, legal, leasing, and construction management. The members of this team include real estate professionals, attorneys, civil engineers and construction managers. A successful candidate must be willing to join a highly motivated team with extensive knowledge of development and willing to learn parts of the entire process.

Job Responsibilities:

• Work within the development team and with permitting agencies across the southeast

· Develop proactive approaches to the procurement and material management process

· Work with franchise partners as well as individual suppliers

· Help source materials, manage vendors and develop strategies for new opportunities

· Work directly with Construction Managers to provide consistent updates on procurement

· Perform research for municipality codes and requirements for the design team

Training / Experience

• 3-5 years’ experience in procurement industry is preferred
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Logistics, Business or similar field
• Extensive knowledge of Excel or procurement software
• Strong analytical and computer skills
• Highly self-motivated and strong written and verbal communication
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and work well with coworkers and contractors
• Strong working knowledge of general commercial development