• Lead supplier partnerships and procurement for a growing Australian brand
• Drive cost savings, sourcing and supply chain improvements
• Free meals, gym, parking and a flexible dog friendly workplace

Yo-Chi was created to bring together seriously good frozen yogurt and even better energy in spaces where everyone feels welcome, happy and inspired. We're a proud family-owned Australian business that's grown year on year, with even bigger goals ahead. With a strong and expanding footprint, we're driven to make a genuine difference through the impact we have and the positive energy we bring. That's how we Share the Chi.

We're looking for a commercially minded Supply Chain Manager to help keep Yo-Chi moving. This role is all about building strong supplier partnerships, finding smarter ways of working, and ensuring our venues always have access to the products they need to deliver an incredible customer experience.

You'll be responsible for managing supplier performance, identifying cost saving opportunities, supporting new product launches, and helping drive continuous improvements across our supply chain network. If you love solving problems, negotiating great outcomes and making things happen behind the scenes, this might be the role for you!

What you'll do:

• Build and maintain strong relationships with domestic and international suppliers
• Lead supplier sourcing, onboarding, qualification and performance management
• Negotiate commercial agreements and identify opportunities to improve value and efficiency
• Monitor supplier performance and develop reporting that provides visibility across the supply chain
• Identify and deliver procurement initiatives that improve cost of goods without compromising quality
• Partner with Operations, Finance and Logistics teams to improve systems, processes and inventory management
• Support the successful delivery of new product launches by sourcing ingredients, packaging and supplies
• Work closely with Product Development to bring new ideas to life
• Collaborate with freight forwarders and logistics partners to ensure products arrive on time and in full
• Proactively manage supply chain risks and help solve challenges before they impact our venues

What we're looking for:

• 5+ years' experience in Supply Chain, Procurement or Sourcing, ideally within QSR, food retail or hospitality
• Strong supplier management and negotiation experience
• A commercial mindset with a track record of identifying efficiencies and cost-saving opportunities
• Experience working with both Australian and international suppliers
• Strong analytical and reporting capabilities, with confidence using data to drive decisions
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A proactive, solutions-focused approach and willingness to roll up your sleeves
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Commerce or a related field

Why Yo-Chi?
At Yo-Chi, growth is part of our DNA. We've expanded rapidly across Australia and have no plans of slowing down. This role offers the opportunity to make a genuine impact on a fast growing brand, work alongside passionate people, and help build the systems and supplier partnerships that support our next stage of growth.

We offer a flexible working environment based primarily out of our Hawthorn office, complete with an on-site chef (free breakfast & lunch daily!), free parking, an on site gym, and a dog friendly workspace.

To find out more about Yo-Chi, check out our socials at @iloveyochi or visit one of our venues.