Supply Management Support

Position

Supply Management Support (Full-Time, Non-Exempt)

-Summary

The Supply Management Support is a key operational partner responsible for supporting purchasing,

inventory control, and vendor coordination across Tenshou Collection locations. 

-Key Responsibilities:

1. Purchasing & Order Management

• Support planning and execution of purchasing activities for ingredients, beverages, and restaurant

supplies to ensure availability and operational continuity.

• Place purchase orders accurately and on schedule; confirm deliveries and follow up on any delays

or discrepancies.

• Coordinate with Accounts Payable to investigate and resolve purchase order discrepancies and

invoice issues within defined timelines.

• Maintain and review purchasing records, vendor communications, and pricing history to support

sourcing decisions and internal reporting.

• Monitor market trends, vendor promotions, and product availability to support purchasing decisions

and flag opportunities to the Sr. Director.

2. Inventory Control & Accuracy

• Monitor inventory levels across all assigned categories and units; flag potential stockouts or

overstock situations proactively.

• Coordinate and participate in monthly inventory counts with store and kitchen teams to ensure data

accuracy and operational alignment.

• Support inventory reconciliation - identify and resolve discrepancies between physical counts and

system records.

• Maintain inventory accuracy at or above company benchmark; zero unplanned stockouts per

period.

• Support adherence to recipe compliance and food quality standards set by chefs; flag any quality

deviations at receiving.

3. Vendor Coordination & Relationships

• Coordinate vendor communications and participate in pricing discussions and service issue

resolution in support of sourcing objectives.

• Build and maintain positive working relationships with suppliers, chefs, and store teams.

• Track vendor performance: delivery reliability, pricing accuracy, and quality consistency; report

findings to the Sr. Director.

• Visit store locations and supplier sites as needed to monitor quality and collect operational

feedback.

4. Data, Reporting & Analysis

• Analyze procurement and inventory data to identify potential cost savings, waste reduction

opportunities, and demand trends.

• Support purchasing forecasts by analyzing historical usage, seasonal fluctuations, and current

demand signals.

• Track purchasing budgets and report variances; ensure spend remains within approved targets

each period.

• Prepare regular reports and present findings at internal sourcing and planning meetings.

• Utilize inventory and procurement systems including Excel, ERP, and POS software to support

analysis, visibility, and reporting.

5. Compliance & Team Support

• Support compliance with company sourcing policies, food safety regulations, and internal

operational standards.

• Support training and onboarding of supply and purchasing team members as applicable.

• Perform additional supply management-related duties as assigned, consistent with the scope and

level of this role.

-Working Hours

9:00 - 18:00

-Working Location

Cerritos, CA

-Salary and Benefit

・$23 - $25/hr

・Health, Dental, and Vision Coverage

・Paid Time Off and Holiday.

・401(k)

-Qualifications

Required

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience in supply chain, purchasing,

business, or hospitality operations.

• 1-3 years of purchasing, supply, or inventory experience in restaurants, hospitality, food service, or

food distribution.