Manager, Procurement and Vendor Management

Procurement Manager Location: Dallas, TX | Hybrid Employment Type: Full-Time Salary: $110,000–$135,000 base salary, plus bonus opportunity Benefits: Medical, dental, and vision insurance available Reports To: Controller, with regular interaction with the CFO and COO Position Overview We are seeking a hands-on Procurement Manager to help build and formalize the procurement function for a growing multi-location hospitality organization. This role will focus on analyzing purchasing activity, evaluating vendor relationships, identifying consolidation opportunities, negotiating contracts and terms, and creating a more scalable procurement approach as the organization continues to grow. The ideal candidate is comfortable working independently, organizing ambiguous information, developing recommendations, and executing directly with vendors and internal stakeholders. Key Responsibilities Analyze purchasing, vendor, and contract data across multiple locations Identify duplicate, overlapping, or inefficient vendor relationships Lead vendor rationalization and supplier consolidation efforts Negotiate pricing, contracts, terms, and service agreements Evaluate food, beverage, and other operational purchasing categories Review vendor networks, delivery structures, and purchasing practices Develop data-backed procurement recommendations Partner directly with vendors to execute sourcing and negotiation strategies Establish procurement priorities, processes, and reporting Collaborate with Finance, Operations, and senior leadership Required Qualifications 7+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, or related experience Experience managing supplier relationships and contract negotiations Strong analytical skills with the ability to review and interpret purchasing data Experience identifying cost-saving, consolidation, or vendor optimization opportunities Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Proficiency with Excel and business systems used for purchasing, finance, or AP Preferred Qualifications Experience in hospitality, food and beverage, events, restaurants, or another multi-location operating environment Experience with multi-unit procurement or distributed vendor networks Familiarity with systems such as Sage, Ramp, ERP platforms, or purchasing tools Experience building or improving procurement processes in a growing organization What Success Looks Like Early priorities will include understanding current purchasing activity, reviewing vendor and contract relationships, identifying consolidation opportunities, and creating a prioritized list of procurement initiatives. This role is well suited for someone who enjoys combining analysis, vendor strategy, negotiation, and execution in a high-autonomy environment. LNESC LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v. LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker's Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided. View a full list of our benefits here: View a full list of our ben…

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