WHY CRACKER BARREL

What is it like to work at Cracker Barrel? It feels like…

• Care beyond the table – At Cracker Barrel, we are a team. From the moment you join Cracker Barrel, you should feel cared for, confident in your role and like you belong.

• Opportunities to fill your cup – Here at Cracker Barrel, we believe in providing opportunities for growth and development and setting you up for success within our walls and beyond. From day one, you’ll have hands-on, role-specific training and the ability to engage in peer-to-peer learning.

• A warm welcome – For five decades, we have focused on creating a Pleasing People® brand that inspires a “home away from home” feeling for each other and our guests. We work hard to inspire a sense of belonging that continually motivates our teams – from the newest to the most tenured employees.

Serving up the care – and career – you crave.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

This newly created role will define and execute processes, strategies, and policies focused on optimizing cost, driving efficiencies, managing risk, and improving supplier relationships across Cracker Barrel’s indirect spend. The Sr. Manager, Indirect & Corporate Services will be the primary point of contact leading the procurement strategy across functional areas such as IT, Marketing, Finance, HR, Facilities, and Corporate Services, among others. This highly visible role will work closely with Legal and department leaders building advocacy and trust to drive collaboration, engagement, and process improvement. This leader will play a role in Cracker Barrel’s Supplier-Vendor Development and Engagement Strategy and will lead Sponsorship efforts. Primary functions include establishing category strategies, identifying and executing go-to-market strategies, planning and executing RFX events, and negotiating contracts and terms.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to define, plan, and execute short-term and long-term procurement strategies for each category with a goal of reducing cost and managing risk.

• Identify optimum go-to-market strategy to include internal RFx, group purchasing organization (GPO), and custom sourcing/e-auction.

• Lead RFx events and appropriately document and update cross-functional teams.

• Negotiate contracts to include term, pricing methodologies, option language, financial incentives, and other terms and conditions.

• In collaboration with Legal, champion compliance of contract attribute completion and accuracy within Cracker Barrel’s contract lifecycle management tool.

• Leverage the contract lifecycle management tool to analyze data and identify cost reduction opportunities.

• Create category engagement calendars and establish an update cadence in support of stakeholders and leadership.

• Lead the Sponsorship program management to include supplier-vendor and Accounting engagements.

• Provide internal support for Sponsorship discussions and questions to include data tracking and reporting.

• Assist with communications, conference planning, and supplier engagements in support of the company’s Supplier-Vendor Development and Engagement Strategy.

• Drive a culture of continuous improvement seeking opportunities to evaluate and implement new tools, technologies, and processes to enhance efficiency and reduce cost.

• Minimal travel may be required.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

• Bachelor’s degree with at least 8-10 years of direct and relevant work experience.

• Indirect procurement with a focus on optimizing spend.

• Leveraging GPOs and third-party service providers/consultants.

• Implementing, managing, and leading large scale projects.

• Executive leadership presentations and written communications.

• Developing, documenting, and improving processes.

• Previous experience building or growing a function a plus.

• Restaurant industry experience a plus.

• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and reasoning skills with a problem-solving and results focused approach.

• Ability to influence without authority.

• Ability to communicate a vision and gain followership.

• Expert negotiation, project management, time management, organizational and influence skills

• Comfortable handling and managing through ambiguity.

• Must be detail oriented and excel at updates and follow up.

*WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU  *

• Compensation and Bonuses: Competitive Annual Salary | Annual Bonus Opportunities

• Care for Your Well-being: Medical, Rx, Dental and Vision Benefits on Day 1| Life Insurance and Disability Coverage | Paid Vacation/Employee Assistance Program

• Growth and Development: Business Resource Groups | Tuition Reimbursement | Professional Development

• Invest in Your Future: 401k Plan with Company Matching Contributions at 90 days | Employee Stock Purchase Program

• Even More to Look Forward to: 35% Discount on Cracker Barrel Food and Retail items

ABOUT US

For more than 50 years, we have committed to serving up a sense of warmth and hospitality across hundreds of stores across the country. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development for our 70,000 plus team members and take pride and comfort in that enduring Cracker Barrel hospitality. It’s something our employees and guests can count on now and into the future as we welcome new employees, guests, and experiences. Just like uncovering a delightful find in our stores, there is potential for discovery and fulfillment in every job at Cracker Barrel.

PURSUE THE CAREER YOU CRAVE—APPLY NOW

Cracker Barrel is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law.

At Cracker Barrel, we believe everyone deserves to feel cared for – we start with our team. To us, care means Culture, Achievement, Responsibility, and Experience and is the foundation for everything we do.

We’re welcoming team players and go-above-and-beyond helpers who value what everyone brings to the table. Our passion and commitment to serving others – and each other – bonds us to work together no matter what the fast-paced and unpredictable days bring.

At Cracker Barrel, you’re never alone on the journey. Whether you’re serving our guests or serving someone who is, you’re part of a team that creates a “home away from home” feeling and encourages opportunities to learn new skills and find fulfillment in every role. We know that when we care for each other, we can create the best experience for our guests – and that’s something we all crave.

Ready to gather ‘round our table? We’re serving up the care – and career – you crave.

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For more than 50 years, we have committed to serving up a sense of warmth and hospitality across hundreds of stores across the country. We believe in providing opportunities for growth and development for our 70,000 plus team members and take pride and comfort in that enduring Cracker Barrel hospitality. It’s something our employees and guests can count on now and into the future as we welcome new employees, guests, and experiences. Just like uncovering a delightful find in our stores, there is potential for discovery and fulfillment in every job at Cracker Barrel.

In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law. Qualified applicants are considered for employment according to the laws of the respective state of employment. If you feel this policy has been violated, you may report such instances to the Employee Relations Department toll free at 1-800-333-9566.

Cracker Barrel does not unlawfully discriminate in hiring. If you are interested in applying for a position and need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact 1-800-333-9566 so that we can work with you to reasonably accommodate you. Note that individuals who have any hearing impairment will be reasonably accommodated in the application process.

In compliance with federal and state equal employment opportunity laws, qualified applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition, disability or any other class expressly protected by law. Qualified applicants are considered for employment according to the laws of the respective state of employment. If you feel this policy has been violated, you may report such instances to the Employee Relations Department online (http://www.crackerbarrel.com/contact-us/employee/ ) or toll free at 1 800-333-9566.

Cracker Barrel does not unlawfully discriminate in hiring. If you are interested in applying for a position and need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact (1-800-333-9566) so that we can work with you to reasonably accommodate you. Note that individuals who have any hearing impairment will be reasonably accommodated in the application process.