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Job Description
Position Summary: The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for meeting or exceeding goals related to the development of various merchandise solutions, including food service, beverages and specific commodities and their related procurement. Identifies vendors, executes sourcing events, negotiates pricing and contract terms.
Principal Duties:- Execute comprehensive category plans by key commodities including calendar of sourcing events, competitive analysis, alternative vendors, industry trends and opportunities, innovation and vendor metrics.
- Lead foodservice contract negotiations including the development of negotiation strategies and lead top supplier and RFP processes to manage operating costs, maintain/improve quality and drive business benefits. Determine appropriate vendor strategy and highlight tradeoffs between having multiple or single vendors for a product.
- Lead the continuous improvement of sourcing processes including benchmarking and advanced negotiation strategies and techniques.
- Develop and maintain a network of industry contacts to ensure we are optimizing our vendor relationships and perform onsite vendor visits as needed. Identify business aggregation opportunities where appropriate.
- Plan, organize and execute procurement program for merchandise and commodity procurement in support of corporate cost effectiveness initiative. Ensure that maximum value is obtained on all materials and services purchased.
- Optimize costing models to best position the Company to proactively manage components directly tied to market-based commodities. Utilize commodity buy plans and financial derivatives to manage market-traded commodities where applicable.
- Perform financial analysis to quantify cost benefit trade-offs.
- Collaborate with Internal Audit to manage the program and validate results versus reported benefits.
- Coordinate with functional managers, Legal, Quality Assurance, Finance, Risk Management and various outside sources to maintain procurement best practices. Establish a clear channel of communication to ensure procurement needs of functional managers are met.
- Establish contractual agreements between the company and external sources of supply. Negotiate to obtain agreement on pricing, delivery, cash and other terms.
- Conduct analysis to determine the best supplier or service provider for the defined scope of work.
Essential Functions:
- Ability to work well individually as well as in a team environment
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Excellent customer service skills
- Ability to work with little or no supervision
- Detail oriented and excellent organizational skills
- Excellent analytical, influencing and problem solving skills
- Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously and independently
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Self motivated, proven self starter with demonstrated ability to make decisions
- Excellent leadership skills
- Excellent negotiation skills
Basic Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance or related field preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive procurement experience
- Proficiency in sourcing methods and tools
- Prior experience in managing commodities
- Technical knowledge related to soft commodities, electricity, resin, logistics and general manufacturing
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Office suite applications
Wawa will provide reasonable accommodation to complete an application upon request, consistent with applicable law. If you require an accommodation, please contact our Associate Service Center at [email protected].
Wawa, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Wawa maintains a work environment in which Associates are treated fairly and with respect and in which discrimination of any kind will not be tolerated. In accordance with federal, state and local laws, we recruit, hire, promote and evaluate all applicants and Associates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, ancestry, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Unlawful discrimination will not be a factor in any employment decision.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance or related field
- Minimum of 5 years of progressive procurement experience
- Proficiency in sourcing methods and tools
- Prior experience managing commodities
- Technical knowledge of soft commodities, electricity, resin, logistics and general manufacturing
- Highly skilled in Microsoft Office suite applications (including Excel)
- Excellent negotiation skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Strong analytical, influencing and problem solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects independently and work with little supervision
Wawa Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Wawa and has not been reviewed or approved by Wawa.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings combine a 401(k) match with an employee stock ownership plan that can build significant long‑term value for eligible associates. The ESOP is repeatedly positioned as a standout component of total rewards for those who stay longer.
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Healthcare Strength — Medical, dental, and vision coverage are available with multiple prescription levels, alongside company‑provided life and disability coverage for full‑time associates and options for short and long‑term disability. Wellness screenings, health coaching, and tax‑advantaged accounts further support overall wellbeing.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid Time Off and paid parental leave are offered to eligible associates. Paid breaks and scheduling flexibility are also emphasized to support work‑life needs.
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What We Do
Here at Wawa, the sky's the limit. Voted as “America’s Favorite Convenience Store,” Wawa operates a chain of convenience retail stores located in Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, Maryland, West Virginia, Indiana, Ohio, Kentucky, Virginia, North Carolina, Georgia, Alabama, Florida, and Washington D.C. We're fast-growing and expanding in 2025 and 2026. Today, Wawa is your all day, every day stop for fresh, built-to-order foods, beverages, coffee, fuel services, and surcharge-free ATMs. We're making every day a little more fulfilling—one smile, hoagie, and experience at a time. We know that it's our Associates who put the "wow" in working at Wawa, so we're invested in giving them the encouragement they need to take flight. By providing flexibility and support, at work and beyond, we create an environment where everyone can thrive. We believe that with the right ingredients to grow and build a career—and a little wind beneath the wings—our Associates can reach new heights. Guided by our commitment to community, Wawa's 46K+ Associates take pride in putting people first, making days brighter, and bringing joy to our friends and neighbors. With opportunities such as volunteering, charitable giving, and events, we're able to extend care beyond the workplace, building stronger neighborhoods and long-lasting relationships. We have benefits that fuel well-being, including:* • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) • Tuition Reimbursement • 401(k) Plan • Medical/Dental/Prescription Coverage • Flexible Spending Accounts (Health Care & Dependent Care) • Employee Assistance & Wellness Programs • Employee Credit Union • Paid Time Off • Employee Resource Groups • Parental Leave • Wellness Programs *eligibility requirements may apply Got growth goals? Looking for a supportive flock? Soar with us!
