Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc

Senior Manager, Supply Chain

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc • $80K — $110K *
Lebanon, TN 37087Hybrid
Food & Beverages
5 - 7 years of experience
1 month ago
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
  • 7-10+ years of experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain.
  • Experience in commodity buying, category strategy, and contract negotiation.
  • Familiarity with commodity markets and hedging strategies is preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in supplier management and cost management.

Responsibilities

  • Lead sourcing strategies and define optimal supplier agreements to ensure product availability.
  • Manage supplier relationships and ensure adherence to contract terms.
  • Negotiate and execute supply agreements, developing aligned contract terms.
  • Monitor supplier capacity changes and market conditions for uninterrupted supply.
  • Analyze market trends to develop strategic sourcing for products.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert internal and external contact on supplier dynamics.
  • Collaborate cross-functionally to support broader company initiatives and align objectives.

Benefits

  • Competitive annual salary with bonus opportunities.
  • Medical, dental, and vision benefits from day one.
  • Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities.
  • Onboarding and training focused on employee integration.
  • 401k plan with company matching contributions after 90 days.
  • Discounts on food and retail items, plus additional perks.
Full Job Description
What You'll Do - You'll Make the Moment

  • Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies for assigned categories, defining the optimal supplier base, agreement structure, pricing methodologies, and key commercial terms to ensure product availability at optimal cost and quality.
  • Own supplier relationship management and performance, ensuring adherence to contractual obligations and driving continuous improvement in cost, quality, service and supply continuity
  • Negotiate, structure and execute supply agreements, including analysis of proposals and development of contract terms that align with company objectives and risk tolerance.
  • Monitor and proactively communicate shifts in supplier capacity, market conditions, and distribution capabilities to ensure uninterrupted supply and support operational excellence.
  • Continuously assess market trends and the supplier landscape to proactively identify, evaluate, and develop strategic sources of supply for both new and existing products.
  • Serve as the primary internal and external point of contact and subject matter expert for assigned categories, providing strategic guidance on commodities, products, and supplier dynamics.
  • Analyze commodity markets and develop hedging strategies, delivering data-driven recommendations to mitigate risk and optimize cost.
  • Partner cross-functionally to support company initiatives, including product development, testing, LTO's and core menu execution, ensuring alignment between sourcing strategies and business objectives.
  • Influence and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, including Demand Planning, Culinary, Quality Assurance, Menu Strategy, and Finance, to resolve issues, align priorities, and identify value-driving opportunities.
  • Forecast pricing trends and cost drivers for assigned categories to support financial planning, budgeting, and long-term cost management strategies.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance supply chain efficiency, cost effectiveness, and supplier performance.
  • Some travel may be required.


Experience and Education
  • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
  • 7-10+ years of progressive experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain, including commodity buying, category strategy ownership, and contract negotiation.
  • Experience analyzing commodity markets and cost drivers to inform sourcing strategies; exposure to hedging strategies preferred.
  • Experience in the restaurant industry or related environment preferred.
  • Demonstrated expertise in contract negotiation, supplier management, and cost management strategies.
  • Experience analyzing market trends and commodity dynamics to inform sourcing decisions; exposure to commodity hedging strategies preferred.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
  • Strong ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment without direct authority.


Certifications
  • CPSM, CSCP, or similar supply chain/procurement certifications (or equivalent experience) preferred.


Knowledge and Skills
  • Strong understanding of supply chain economics, procurement practices, and category management principles.
  • Demonstrated expertise in supplier management, contract negotiation, and commercial terms development.
  • Ability to analyze market trends, commodity dynamics, and cost drivers to inform sourcing strategies and business decisions.
  • Experience developing and executing sourcing strategies that balance cost, quality, service, and risk.
  • Strong financial and analytical acumen, with the ability to forecast pricing trends and evaluate cost impacts.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive alignment without direct authority.
  • Proven ability to manage through ambiguity, prioritize competing priorities, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly present complex information and recommendations.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective partnerships internally and externally.
  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational and follow-through skills.


Environment and Working Conditions
  • Primarily office-based, with occasional travel to vendor sites, distribution centers, and restaurant locations.
  • Requires the ability to sit at a desk and utilize a computer for extended periods of time.


Focus on You

We're all about making sure you're taken care of too. Here's what's in it for you:
  • Good Work Deserves Good Pay: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities
  • Support That Goes Beyond the Clock: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program
  • Grow and Thrive Your Way: Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development
  • Culture of Belonging:Support that starts on day one | Onboarding, training, and development to help you thrive | Recognition programs and employee events that bring us together
  • Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • More Perks, Just Because: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items | Exclusive Biscuit Perks like discounts on home, travel, cell phones, and more!


See for yourself. Apply now.

About Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. is a chain of restaurants with a Southern country theme. The company operates 664 Cracker Barrel locations in 45 states. The restaurants serve breakfast, lunch, and dinner, and offer a retail store that sells various items, including rocking chairs, holiday and seasonal gifts, apparel, toys, music CDs, cookware, and various other gift items. Cracker Barrel's menu features home-style country food, including biscuits, chicken and dumplings, fried chicken, meatloaf, and pancakes. Cracker Barrel generated $2.3 billion in revenue in 2020.
Learn more about Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc
Size
70,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.1 billion
Industry
Food & Beverages
Net Income
$47.8 million
5 Year Trend
+2.2%
Revenue
$2.2 billion
NASDAQ
CBRL
* Ladders Estimates

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