Purchasing Specialist

The Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for providing support to the Purchasing Department by handling multiple duties to support the purchasing strategy for Freddy’s.

• Partner with suppliers and distributors to develop strategies to ensure continuity of supply.
• Track project performance, supplier metrics, and cost impacts to support data‑driven decisions.
• Produce and manage product usage, history, and contract verification reports using internal and distributor data.
• Handle purchasing‑related emails, calls, and communications from restaurants and franchisees; provide timely and accurate systemwide updates.
• Assist in product sourcing, testing, and onboarding.·
• Support the rollout of new tools and processes that enhance sourcing efficiency.
• Identify and execute cost savings opportunities without compromising product quality.·
• Maintain current contracts and pricing agreements within the supply chain program, ensuring all terms, updates, and cost changes are
• accurately documented and reflected systemwide.
• Complete special projects as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of the position.

• Bachelor's Degree preferred OR level of education with relevant work experience to meet the requirements of the position (minimum 3 years of work experience)
• Restaurant, purchasing, inventory and/or supply chain experience preferred
• A service-focus and high commitment to excellence
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Self-initiator with the ability to solve problems
• Must be highly organized and task oriented, able to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment with multiple deadlines, and adapt readily to changing priorities
• Detail oriented with the ability to convey information in a clear and concise manner
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office software:
  Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook
• Excellent people skills and the ability to build and maintain positive, supportive working relationships

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, and hear·
• The employee is frequently required to walk, type data, operate business machines and office equipment
• The employee must frequently lift and/or move 5-10 lbs. and occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.
• Specific visions abilities required for this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers® was co-founded in 2002 by brothers Bill and Randy Simon with their friend and business partner, Scott Redler. It was named in honor of Bill and Randy’s father. Together, they built a brand focused on quality, hospitality, cleanliness and timeless traditions.