What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Manager, Indirect Procurement position at Chipotle Mexican Grill?
CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD
Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.
THE OPPORTUNITY
As the Sr. Manager, Indirect Procurement, you will lead and manage a team that is responsible for collaborating / coordinating on all facets of Sourcing activities for indirect restaurant supplies, services, and NRO equipment across the Company ($700M of spend annually). The role will also lead the Procure-to-pay team responsible for PO execution. The focus of this role is to work with stakeholders from each business area to make smart sourcing decisions in selecting external vendors to maximize the value in investments, to mitigate risks through smart contract negotiations, and find cost savings opportunities. This position requires excellent communication and service mentality as the Sr Manager will be responsible for interfacing with Global & Local Sourcing / Marketing / Finance / Business Unit clients on a regular basis. This person will also recommend and set procurement strategies / priorities for their team and provide thought leadership on procurement / sourcing strategies regarding operations, processes and infrastructure improvements.
WHAT YOU’LL DO
- Lead indirect restaurant supplies, services, and new restaurant opening equipment procurement across the company, with a yearly spend of $ 700M .
- Establish category procurement strategy and objectives to ensure supply continuity, inflation mitigation and growth.
- Build and maintain relationships with key Segment / Functional executives to ensure full understanding and support for sourcing & procurement initiatives.
- Serve as an escalation point for direct reports and facilitate resolutions for complex problems. Take the lead when necessary to communicate to senior leadership.
- Mitigate supply continuity risks by partnering with vendors and internal business stakeholders.
- Drive capacity expansion with critical new and existing suppliers by understanding suppliers’ financial health status, manufacturing capability and capacity.
- Lead inflation mitigation projects by executing RFPs, building should cost models, and benchmarking analysis.
- Drive supplier diversification projects to mitigate impact due to geopolitical challenges, tariffs.
- Lead annual budgeting process, monitor performance, and address discrepancies and opportunities.
- Improve processes to enhance department’s and team’s performance.
- Lead and provide visibility of impactful projects to senior leadership team —quantified results, potential risks, and financial impact. Influence others on complex challenges.
- Support LTO’s, innovation, new menu items, and equipment testing for cross functional stakeholders.
- Lead business reviews with key suppliers to share feedback on performance, future opportunities for improvement (score card) and Chipotle’s growth plans.
Manage 3 direct reports that support the indirect sourcing category and provide coaching and development for staff to perform procurement functions.
WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE
WHO WE ARE
Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE : CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically-cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. There are nearly 3,500 Chipotle restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, and Kuwait and it is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. Chipotle is ranked on the Fortune 500 and is recognized on Fortune's Most Admired Companies 2024 list and Time Magazine's Most Influential Companies. With over 120,000 employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit .
PAY TRANSPARENCY
A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is $147,000 - $218,000. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and / or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit
Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and / or certain state or local laws. Please contact ADAaccommodations@chipotle.com if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and / or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests.
Salary : $147,000 - $218,000
