Procurement Database / Quality Assurance Manager

Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
• 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
• Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
• Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement

More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.

• Analytical thinking for data‑driven decision‑making.
• Relationship building with vendors, operators, and district partners.
• Problem solving for supply, cost, and operational challenges.
• Organizational strength to manage multiple processes and deadlines.

Core Procurement & Supply Chain Skills

• Strategic sourcing and purchasing — managing core program items, a la carte products, catering needs, and regional purchasing strategies.
• Vendor management — maintaining strong relationships with Sysco and other distributors; coordinating with brokers; resolving product issues; supporting new vendor onboarding.
• Cost analysis and price management — conducting bi‑annual pricing comparisons, reviewing monthly pricing, identifying cost increases, and recommending cost‑effective alternatives.
• Commodity utilization — analyzing monthly commodity reports, ensuring proper drawdown, and advising on menu adjustments to maximize USDA commodity usage.
• Inventory oversight — monitoring slow and dead (SAD) products, supporting inventory processes, and training teams on inventory management best practices.
• Pantry list and product catalog management — maintaining and updating the pantry list, managing annual mass updates, and ensuring product accuracy across systems.

Data, Systems, and Technical Expertise

• Menu costing and financial analysis — costing menus, identifying ingredient cost gaps, and supporting food cost improvement efforts.
• System proficiency — working with TMC, PrimeroEdge, and other procurement or menu management systems.
• Forecasting and trend analysis — identifying supply trends, forecasting needs, and adjusting purchasing strategies accordingly.
• Reporting and documentation — distributing pricing updates, procurement files, commodity inventories, and weekly communications to operators.

At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.

Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.

Minimum Education Requirement - Associate's Degree or equivalent experience