Executive Director of Procurement

About Riviera Hospitality Group

Riviera Hospitality Group is a mission-driven enterprise specializing in food production and hospitality, dedicated to delivering meaningful meals.

Role Overview

We are seeking a seasoned Executive Director of Procurement to guide our procurement strategy with a strong emphasis on vendor relationships, cost control, sourcing strategies, and process enhancements. This senior leadership role demands extensive experience in the food industry, well-established vendor connections, and the capacity to elevate procurement effectiveness in a swift-paced and high-volume environment, balancing strategic negotiation, pragmatic process streamlining, and achieving tangible savings without sacrificing quality or service.

Key Responsibilities

• Direct procurement initiatives across categories including food, packaging, supplies, and equipment.
• Utilize existing relationships with vendors and distributors to secure improved pricing, favorable terms, and enhanced service quality.
• Spot opportunities to reduce costs and negotiate advantageous supplier contracts.
• Review and refine procurement and purchasing workflows to boost efficiency and accountability.
• Collaborate closely with operations, culinary, warehouse, and leadership teams to ensure procurement aligns with organizational needs.
• Conduct analyses of spending patterns, vendor performance, and sourcing options to facilitate informed decision-making.
• Enhance procurement controls, reporting mechanisms, and departmental structure.
• Provide strategic leadership and oversee the procurement and purchasing teams.

Qualifications and Experience

• Over 10 years of leadership experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Demonstrated expertise in food procurement is essential.
• Well-developed network of food vendors and a proven history of successful negotiation on pricing and service agreements.
• Track record of cost reduction, process improvements, and enhancing vendor performance.
• Strong financial and operational insight.
• Executive-level presence with effective cross-functional collaboration skills to drive results.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in high-volume meal production, food manufacturing, or hospitality sectors.
• Familiarity with operations across multiple sites.
• Experience with ERP or procurement management systems.

Indicators of Success

• Reduction in food and supply expenses.
• Improved vendor relationships in terms of pricing, terms, and accountability.
• Streamlined and more efficient procurement processes.
• Better coordination between procurement and operational teams.
• Establishment of a scalable purchasing framework to support company growth.

Opportunity

This position offers a chance to make a significant impact by leading procurement with strategic vendor partnerships, building a structured procurement function, and driving substantial cost savings within a growing company.