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Director, Food & Beverage

Bloomington, MN · On-site

$130K - $135K/yr

Pay: $130000  - $135000  At Great Wolf, the Director of Food & Beverage leads and ... Drive and ensure a professional and ethical procurement, sourcing and inventory control culture ...

Director Food and Beverage

Washington, DC · On-site

$110K - $135K/yr

The Role The F&B Director owns the food and beverage operation of the private club from concept to ... Kitchen equipment specification -- signed off with Head Chef before procurement * Food cost ...

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How much do director food procurement jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 26, 2026, the average yearly pay for director food procurement in the United States is $134,111.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $102,500.00 and $163,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a director of food procurement do?

A Director of Food Procurement is responsible for overseeing the sourcing and purchasing of food products for an organization, such as a food service company, restaurant chain, or institution. They develop and implement procurement strategies to ensure quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery of food supplies. This role involves negotiating contracts with suppliers, managing vendor relationships, monitoring inventory levels, and ensuring compliance with food safety standards. Directors of Food Procurement also analyze market trends and work closely with other departments to align purchasing with organizational goals.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a director of food procurement, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Director of Food Procurement, you need expertise in supply chain management, negotiation, and vendor relations, often supported by a bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or a related field. Familiarity with procurement software, inventory management systems, and food safety regulations is essential. Strong leadership, analytical thinking, and effective communication distinguish top performers in this role. These skills ensure cost-effective sourcing, quality assurance, and consistent food supply, which are critical for operational success in food service organizations.

What are some common challenges faced by a director of food procurement, and how can they be addressed?

A Director of Food Procurement often faces challenges such as fluctuating commodity prices, supply chain disruptions, and ensuring consistent quality across multiple vendors. To address these issues, it's important to build strong relationships with reliable suppliers, stay informed about market trends, and implement robust risk management strategies. Regularly reviewing vendor performance and leveraging technology for inventory and procurement management can also help maintain efficiency and cost-effectiveness. Collaboration with culinary, finance, and logistics teams is essential for aligning procurement activities with overall business goals.
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Food Procurement Manager

Eagle Pass, TX • On-site

Team Housing Solutions
Traveler Accommodation • 51 - 200 employees

$70 - $90/hr

Other

Posted 17 days ago


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Job Details

Job Location: BASE CAMP EAGLE PASS SOUTH - Eagle Pass, TX 78852
Position Type: Full Time

About Us

At Team Housing Solutions, we deliver exceptional temporary lodging services to organizations deploying teams across the United States and globally. We build flexible, on-demand housing solutions by partnering with property owners, asset managers, and third-party providers, driving cost efficiency and operational agility for our clients.

Our mission is to provide superior temporary lodging experiences through streamlined systems, impeccable service, and a collaborative spirit that values our dedicated team, supply partners, and clients alike.

About the Role

The Food Services Procurement Manager is responsible for leading procurement, forecasting, inventory control, supplier coordination, and replenishment planning for food service operations across assigned dining facilities.

This position establishes and oversees supply chain processes that ensure food products, ingredients, beverages, consumables, and dining facility supplies are available to support routine operations, surge population requirements, emergency response missions, and disaster deployments. The Food Services Procurement Manager is responsible for developing inventory planning controls, maintaining appropriate par levels, managing supplier performance, monitoring food service procurement costs, and ensuring procurement activities comply with organizational policies and contract requirements.

The Food Services Procurement Manager provides direct supervision and functional direction to assigned procurement personnel and coordinates closely with Food Service Managers, Executive Chef, Operations, Logistics, Finance, and Supply Chain and Procurement leadership to ensure uninterrupted dining facility support and cost-effective procurement execution.

Travel Requirements: Up to 30% travel required

Key ResponsibilitiesSupply Chain Planning & Forecasting
  • Develop and maintain inventory forecasting processes for all food, beverage, ingredient, and dining facility supply categories.
  • Analyze meal counts, historical consumption trends, occupancy projections, seasonal patterns, menu requirements, and operational requirements to forecast future demand.
  • Establish, review, and adjust inventory par levels for each dining facility in coordination with the Executive Chef and Food Service Managers.
  • Oversee replenishment planning to prevent avoidable stockouts, excess inventory, spoilage, and waste.
  • Develop contingency stocking plans to support surge operations, emergency response missions, and disaster deployments.
  • Evaluate changing operational requirements and translate those requirements into procurement and inventory action plans.
  • Identify supply chain risks and implement mitigation strategies in coordination with Operations, Logistics, and leadership.
Procurement Oversight & Purchasing Controls
  • Oversee procurement of food products, ingredients, beverages, paper products, cleaning supplies, chemicals, and other dining facility consumables.
  • Review purchasing requirements and ensure purchase orders are created, approved, and managed in accordance with approved procurement procedures.
  • Ensure sourcing activities utilize approved suppliers, contracted vendors, and compliant procurement channels.
  • Review quotations, pricing information, product substitutions, and availability constraints to support cost-effective purchasing decisions.
  • Lead or support competitive sourcing initiatives, supplier evaluations, and procurement improvement activities.
  • Monitor market conditions, pricing trends, supply availability, and product quality concerns that may affect dining facility operations.
  • Authorize or coordinate urgent procurement actions when operational requirements demand immediate support.
  • Ensure all purchasing activities comply with organizational procurement policies, contract requirements, budget expectations, and documentation standards.
Inventory Management & Control
  • Oversee inventory management practices for assigned food service operations.
  • Establish cycle count schedules, physical inventory requirements, and inventory reconciliation procedures.
  • Review inventory accuracy, usage trends, shrinkage, spoilage, loss, waste, and corrective action needs.
  • Ensure inventory control measures are implemented to minimize spoilage, shrinkage, loss, and unnecessary cost.
  • Ensure proper stock rotation utilizing First-In, First-Out (FIFO) inventory practices.
  • Monitor shelf-life requirements, expiration dates, and aging inventory trends.
  • Approve or direct inventory transfers between facilities when operationally necessary.
  • Ensure readiness inventories are maintained to support rapid operational expansion.
Vendor & Supplier Management
  • Develop and maintain professional relationships with suppliers, distributors, and contracted vendors.
  • Monitor supplier performance related to product quality, delivery reliability, fill rates, responsiveness, documentation, and pricing compliance.
  • Resolve escalated supplier performance issues, delivery discrepancies, product substitutions, and service failures.
  • Coordinate supplier delivery schedules and service expectations to support uninterrupted dining facility operations.
  • Assist with supplier onboarding, contract implementation, pricing reviews, and vendor compliance activities.
  • Recommend supplier changes, corrective actions, or sourcing alternatives when performance or pricing issues affect operations.
Operational Coordination & Mobilization Support
  • Coordinate with Food Service Managers, Executive Chef, Operations, Logistics, and Finance to align procurement activity with operational requirements.
  • Oversee receipt, delivery coordination, storage planning, and inventory placement processes for incoming products and supplies.
  • Ensure delivery issues, shortages, damaged shipments, substitutions, and invoice discrepancies are documented and resolved timely.
  • Maintain visibility of daily meal production requirements, population changes, menu plans, and anticipated consumption levels.
  • Participate in operational planning meetings and provide supply chain input regarding food service readiness.
  • Lead procurement and inventory planning support for mobilizations, emergency response missions, disaster relief operations, and rapid operational expansion.
  • Ensure procurement and inventory support remains coordinated across Operations, Logistics, Food Services, Finance, and Supply Chain and Procurement.
Leadership, Reporting & Continuous Improvement
  • Supervise assigned Food Services Procurement Specialist personnel and provide direction, training, task prioritization, and performance feedback.
  • Establish reporting requirements for inventory, procurement, supplier performance, cost trends, stockouts, waste, spoilage, and operational readiness.
  • Produce or review daily, weekly, monthly, and quarterly inventory and procurement reports.
  • Develop procurement and supply chain performance dashboards or reporting tools as required.
  • Monitor key performance indicators including inventory accuracy, inventory turns, forecast accuracy, stockout frequency, food cost percentages, supplier performance, and waste and spoilage rates.
  • Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, cost reductions, process improvements, and improved inventory control.
  • Present findings, risks, and recommendations to management and leadership as required.
  • Maintain procurement documentation, audit readiness, and compliance with applicable internal procedures.
QualificationsRequired
  • Five (5) years of experience in supply chain management, procurement, inventory management, food service operations, hospitality operations, institutional dining, military dining facilities, camp operations, logistics, or related fields.
  • Two (2) years of supervisory, lead, or functional management experience.
  • Experience developing or managing inventory forecasts, par levels, purchasing controls, and replenishment plans.
  • Experience working with suppliers, distributors, procurement systems, and inventory management tools.
  • Strong analytical, quantitative, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Ability to manage competing priorities, operational urgency, and cross-functional coordination in a fast-paced environment.
  • Ability to interpret and apply procurement policies, contract requirements, budget expectations, and documentation standards.
  • Valid driver's license.
Preferred
  • Seven (7) or more years of relevant experience.
  • Experience supporting workforce housing operations, remote camps, emergency response programs, military installations, disaster relief operations, or large-scale food service environments.
  • Experience with ERP, procurement, inventory control, warehouse management, or food service management systems.
  • Professional certifications in Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Inventory Management, Operations Management, or related disciplines.
  • Knowledge of food safety, food storage, inventory handling requirements, and food service cost control practices.
  • Experience developing dashboards, procurement reports, or operational performance metrics.
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