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The Supplier Innovation & Culinary Integration -Culinary Development Manager is responsible for managing the ingredient mappings in our MDG Master as well as regular interactions between our suppliers and Culinary/ Marketing teams. This position requires someone who can work independently, is a self-starter, and able to respond in a matrixed, fast-paced environment. The ideal individual must have the ability to multi-task while maintaining full attention to details and priorities.

The Culinary Development Manager responsibilities include responding timely to field and distributor generated request related to catalog needs. They will coordinate between distributors, Aramark relationship owners, and other Aramark functional teams to ensure that the catalogs have Aramark?s specified products available for purchase. This position interacts with many internal stakeholders so developing relationship with key stakeholders is essential.

Excellent time management skills and advanced Microsoft Office skills are required. Superior customer service experience is needed to interact with suppliers and Aramark field personnel while always maintaining a positive image to all Aramark stakeholders.

This position is based in Philadelphia, PA.

Job Responsibilities

? Analyzing spend data in order to optimize SKUs

? Working with culinary and marketing on identifying ingredients needed for product development.

? Organize innovation sessions with suppliers and culinary.

? Providing weekly reporting for culinary and marketing

? Conduct product evaluation coordinating with culinary, supplier and contract owners.

? Transition spend of major product categories to strategic vendor partners to provide productivity to the organization.

? Collaborate with our regional team to achieve responsible souring commitments/ reduction of greenhouse gas emissions.

? Review purchase requests outside of the approved catalog, making denials or approvals based on value to the enterprise and client satisfaction.

? Act as a liaison between the culinary department, the field, internal SCM and suppliers to gather information about menu needs and ingredient information.

? Participates in the organization and facilitation of trainings, Webex, and conference calls.

? Perform other duties as required or assigned which are reasonably within the scope of the activities enumerated above.

Qualifications

? Computer skills: knowledge of MS Excel, PowerPoint, Sourcing, and procurement tools a plus.

? Culinary ingredient knowledge is essential.

? Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively.

? Ability to work independently, handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

? Must have initiative and decision-making skills with the ability to determine the correct action or approach.

? Ability to organize and prioritize workload.

? Bachelor?s degree preferred.

? Aramark or equivalent field operations experience a plus

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About Aramark

The people of Aramark proudly serve millions of guests every day through food and facilities in 15 countries around the world. Rooted in service and united by our purpose, we strive to do great things for each other, our partners, our communities, and our planet. We believe a career should develop your talents, fuel your passions, and empower your professional growth. So, no matter what you're pursuing - a new challenge, a sense of belonging, or just a great place to work - our focus is helping you reach your full potential. Learn more about working here at http://www.aramarkcareers.com or connect with us on Facebook , Instagram and Twitter .