LOCA Quality Market is not a typical grocery store. We are a food experience company built on Quality, Scratch, Theatre, Service, and Love. Everything we do is intentional, from the products we source to the experiences we create for our guests. What Youll Do Lead the end-to-end supply chain category management, procurement, logistics, inventory, and distribution Design and execute a sourcing and purchasing strategy aligned to LOCAs growth and brand standards Build, manage, and optimize supplier and vendor relationships Negotiate pricing and terms to drive margin improvement and cost savings Oversee imports, customs, and transportation logistics Own inventory strategy and warehouse operations, balancing availability with waste reduction Maintain and optimize the product database (IRP & POS systems) Partner with Marketing, Finance, and Operations on promotions and seasonal programs Analyze margins, KPIs, and performance reports, and provide insight to leadership Ensure regulatory, food safety, and trade compliance Lead, hire, coach, and develop the procurement and purchasing team What You Bring 3-5 years of experience in procurement, logistics, and inventory planning 3+ years of leadership experience managing teams Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or equivalent experience Strong track record of process improvement, cost control, and supplier optimization Experience in grocery retail and/or food service is a strong asset Strong financial and analytical skills (margins, forecasting, KPIs, inventory turns) Advanced Excel / Microsoft Office skills; ERP or supply chain systems experience is a plus Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills Why This Role Matters This is a high-impact leadership role with real ownership. You will shape how LOCA sources, moves, and manages products across the business and directly influence margin, availability, and growth. If you want to build something, not just maintain it, and you want real accountability and influence in a fast-growing, quality-driven company, we want to talk to you. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Job Title
Procurement Manager