Supply Chain Specialist (Food Categories)

Company Description

WHO ARE WE?

Dexterra Group is a fast-growing, financially strong, publicly listed company (TSX:DXT). We have a far-reaching presence across the entire continent North America with hundreds of full-time and part-time opportunities at any given time. We aim to provide our people with more than just a job – we offer fulfilling opportunities in a culture that promotes stability, diversity and inclusion, camaraderie, employee recognition, work-life balance, and doing what you love. For over 75 years, the companies that began independently, and now form Dexterra Group, have been dedicated to serving North American clients to create and manage built environments that play a vital role in our economy and our local communities. 

That’s something we’re truly proud of, Work That Matters, People Who Care.

Job Description

What’s the Role?

At Dexterra Group, supply chain is more than just logistics—it’s a critical part of delivering high-quality foodservice experiences across Canada and the U.S.

We’re looking for a Supply Chain Specialist who enjoys keeping things moving smoothly and making smart, data‑driven decisions.

If you understand foodservice supply chains, pricing structures, and supplier dynamics—and enjoy working at the intersection of culinary, operations, and procurement—this role offers real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

In this role, you’ll support national foodservice operations through hands-on category management, supplier coordination, and data-driven decision-making, and make sure the organization is set up with the right goods and services at the right time — and at the right value!

• Supporting execution of category strategies across food, beverage, disposables, and kitchen equipment
• Managing product listings, specifications, and pricing structures aligned to operational needs
• Assisting with RFPs/RFQs, supplier evaluations, and sourcing initiatives
• Identifying opportunities for SKU rationalization, standardization, and cost savings
• Monitoring commodity trends (meat, dairy, produce) to inform pricing and sourcing decisions
• Supporting contract negotiation and management, including pricing models, rebates, and supplier incentives
• Ensuring contract compliance, audit readiness, and accurate rebate tracking
• Acting as a key liaison between supply chain, culinary, operations, and finance teams
• Supporting product substitutions, menu changes, and continuity planning
• Building strong relationships with broadline distributors, manufacturers, and specialty suppliers
• Supporting supplier performance reviews, including service levels, pricing compliance, and product quality
• Analyzing spend data and developing tools for market basket analysis, price tracking, and savings validation
• Communicating and supporting rollout of new products, supplier programs, and procurement initiatives

Qualifications

What We're Looking For?

• Post-secondary education in Supply Chain, Business, or Food Services—or equivalent experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in foodservice supply chain, procurement, or operations support.
• Direct experience with food distributors (e.g., Sysco, GFS, Core-Mark) and pricing/rebate structures.
• Experience supporting supplier negotiations and RFP processes. 
• Strong Excel and data analysis skills (pricing files, audits, reporting). 
• Solid understanding of foodservice operations and distribution models. 
• Strong analytical skills and comfort working with data to support decisions.
• Familiarity with contracts, pricing, and commercial terms.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Strong communication skills — written, verbal, and interpersonal.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities and work independently or collaboratively.
• Solid organizational, time‑management, and decision‑making abilities.

Also, Nice to Have

• Experience working with commercial agreements or MSAs.
• Exposure to multi‑category procurement environments.

Additional Information

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Be part of an industry that's more important than ever!
• Award winning safety culture.
• A flexible hybrid work model.
• Supportive team environment with room to grow together.
• Employee Referral Program.
• We are growing!
• Certified as a Great Place to Work 2025-2026!

Dexterra Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veterans’ status, Indigenous status, or any other legally protected factors. Accommodation is available upon request at all stages of the selection process.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those candidates selected for interview.

Note, we are not accepting candidates from recruitment agencies.

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