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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 individual's primary responsibility is ensuring that CBOCS and Maple Street Biscuit Company Restaurants are continuously supplied through the approved food, non-food, produce and dairy distribution networks. Provides leadership, insight and direction to service providers, buyers and suppliers on any deviating inventory requirements. This role will work closely with finance (demand signals based on traffic / sales), procurement (vendor projections / inventory) and culinary (menu strategy development.) Collaboration will help further mitigate financial risks as it relates to inventory overages or shortfalls but ultimately create better efficiencies within the supply chain.

Promotional and Core Menu Inventory Analysis for food and non-food products moving through distribution.

•Develop effective forecast models based on finance traffic projections and promotional inventory demand

•Create and maintain planning models and processes.

•Maximize efficiency by aligning supply with forecasted demand.

•Minimize excess and obsolete inventory while mitigating out-of-stocks and supply chain disruptions.

•Ensure optimal production and inventory levels to meet fluctuations in demand.

•Calculations on inventory forecasts will adversely affect the Commodity Model’s annual spend projections. Must be able to articulate inventory assumptions to Supply Chain Leadership.

•Promotional and Core Menu Projections Modeling

•At any given time, there are always 4 to 5 promotions/tests or supply disruptions. Must be able to manage multiple competing timelines and ensure all suppliers and distributors are aligned with requirements and adjust forecasting accordingly.

•Manage key performance metrics and management process across team: established goals aligned with Supply Chain’s strategic initiative. Ensures goals are on track.

•Must be able to be a thought partner in building the infrastructure around new work-streams and adjust priorities as needed.

•Create and distribute reporting to key stakeholders.

Business Acumen

•Understanding of all distribution contracts and how they apply throughout the company. Provides guidance to store level leadership, when necessary, and Operations.

•Understanding of overall department systems such as Crunchtime and Arrowstream to ensure all new inventory forecasts are accurate. Troubleshoots any discrepancies.

•Must have a good understanding of inventory demand planning.

Customer Service

•Must have a servant leadership style to work with field leadership and cross functionally at the home office.

•Display a collaborative mentality with suppliers and distributors to meet common goal of continuous supply to the stores.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

Experience and Education

•Bachelor’s Degree in Finance or Supply Chain or equivalent work experience.

•At least 3-5 years of full-time experience in a Supply Chain function.

Knowledge and Skills

•The ideal candidate for this role is highly analytical, possesses advanced mathematical and forecasting skills, and excels in stakeholder engagement.

•Excellent oral and written communication skills.

•Strong analytical and decision making skills.

•Proficient computer skills specifically Microsoft Excel, Word and Power Point

•Distribution Knowledge

•General knowledge of restaurant operations (food, services, & equipment purchasing)

•Ability to prioritize multiple and competing tasks

*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.