The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for supporting the sourcing and procurement functions within the company by analyzing and optimizing the supply chain, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and implementing strategic sourcing events. The specialist works closely with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure the procurement process is efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the company’s goals.

Total Rewards:

• Competitive Weekly Pay
• Bonus Program with 250% Upside Potential
• Performance for Pay Program – Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance
• Opportunities for Career Development and Growth
• Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits
• Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1
• Flex Weeks - Remote Work Arrangement
• Paid Corporate Holidays
• 401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match
• Paid Parental Leave – Subject to Eligibility Requirements
• Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability
• Scholarship Program - You and Your Dependents are Eligible!
• Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance)
• Discounted Meals For You and a Guest
• Wireless Service Discounts
• Computer & Software Discounts
• Fitness / Gym Discounts
• Awards and Recognition For All You Do
• Retirement Celebration Program

Responsibilities:

• Advanced in excel, with the ability to assemble and analyze data to make numerical recommendations
• Standard knowledge of powerpoint, needs to have the ability to put together high-level summaries for executive teams
• Manages communication/data between internal team and external suppliers
• Assists and supports the Leadership Team in ensuring that daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual goals are met through analytics, strong communication and follow-up. Identifies process improvements and manages projects.
• Facilitates RFP sourcing events for an array of product categories, both food and non food
• Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required

Experience:

• Experience in financial analysis critical
• 3+ years’ experience preferably in restaurant industry

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Advanced in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Visio (as applicable)
• Proficiency in Workday (as applicable)
• Ability to communicate well with the general public and experience in establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with management, vendors, and co-workers
• Ability to work in a team environment

Working Conditions/Travel Requirements:

• Expected to work the necessary time to satisfactorily fulfill job responsibilities
• Must be able to report to work timely and as required by operational/business needs
• Must be able to work a full-time schedule and work outside of normal business hours when necessary
• Some travel, both locally and long distances, (including air travel), to worksites, meeting sites, and other locations may be necessary

300 Concord Plaza Dr San Antonio TX 78216-6903