Associate Procurement Manager
About the role
Are you a strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial mindset who thrives on driving value, building strong partnerships, and solving complex business challenges? QSCC is seeking an Associate Manager – Procurement to join our dynamic team and play a critical role in supporting the growth, profitability, and continued success of The Wendy’s Company and QSCC Members. In this highly visible role, you’ll lead key food categories, helping shape sourcing strategies that ensure a reliable supply of high-quality products while identifying opportunities to optimize cost, improve service, enhance quality, and mitigate risk.
Responsibilities
- Partner closely with suppliers, distributors, and cross-functional stakeholders to influence business decisions that directly support Wendy’s menu innovation and its iconic commitment that “Quality Is Our Recipe®.”
- Leverage market insights, industry trends, and strong negotiation skills to secure competitive pricing and create value across the supply chain.
- Develop strategic supplier relationships, lead sourcing initiatives, manage category performance, and help ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and brand standards.
Qualifications
- Sourcing and category management
- Business and financial acumen
- Cost optimization and budget/forecasting
- Supplier relationship management
- Negotiation and risk management
- Problem-solving and project management
- Cross-functional collaboration and customer service
- Commodity market knowledge (a plus)
Success in this role requires strengths in initiative and a quest for learning the QSR industry.
Why join
Join QSCC and help shape the future of Wendy’s supply chain while contributing to a culture built on partnership, innovation, and operational excellence.