Strategic Sourcing Manager
$120,000–$148,500 year
Hybrid · Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Job Summary
Strategic Sourcing Manager at CAVA responsible for sourcing key food, beverage, and packaging categories; lead supplier negotiations, develop category strategies, collaborate cross-functionally with Culinary, Brand, Finance, Food Safety, Sustainability and Operations, and drive enterprise-wide cost savings, risk mitigation, and supply chain resilience. Role emphasizes managing critical commodity categories, developing sourcing events and project timelines, and partnering with internal stakeholders to align with quality, cost, service, and sustainability targets. Requires a Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in sourcing/procurement; experience in packaging, catering, and food/beverage categories is highly preferred; hybrid remote work in Washington, DC area.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field required; Master’s degree a plus
- 5+ years of progressive experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain—restaurant or manufacturing for food & beverage, packaging industry experience required
- Deep knowledge of sourcing best practices, including supplier negotiation, RFPs, contracting, and cost management
- Strong experience working with packaging, catering, food or related categories
- Demonstrated success in managing distributor and supplier relationships
- Experience leading cross-functional initiatives with culinary, marketing, legal, and finance partners
- Experience with packaging, beverage and food commodities highly preferred, within a fast casual/food service context
- Highly proficient in stakeholder management, written and verbal communication, and executive presentation
- Strong analytical, project management, and decision-making skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and sourcing platforms/tools
- Passion for mentorship and servant leadership
- Strategic mindset with ability to zoom out while driving tactical execution
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