John Pepe
Director of Protein Procurement @Texas Roadhouse
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WORK HISTORY
Director of Protein Procurement @Texas Roadhouse
Louisville, KY, US
Responsible for over $1B of Protein purchases annuallyEvaluated supplier quotes based on purchasing procedures andcompetitiveness in quality, price and delivery.Developed and maintained relationships with key suppliers for smoothcommunication and to meet required expectations.Negotiated complex corporate procurement contracts by working closelywith internal and external contacts.Reviewed and issued contracts and blanket purchase orders afterchoosing ideal vendor and drive procurement process.Developed productive relationships with key account holders.Generated weekly, monthly, quarterly and yearly reports on purchasingoperations.Reduced costs by streamlining contract bidding and procurementprocesses to assure best prices for materials and services.Assessed areas of service concern and developed improvement plans.Collaborated with Culinary Team on Menu Item Development.Identified cost-effective vendors and set up favorable contracts, saving$50 Million per year in Food Costs
EDUCATION
The University of Calgary
Certificate
Ashworth University
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Ashworth University
Associate of Science (A.S.)
ABOUT JOHN PEPE
A senior-level executive with extensive knowledge in, global protein procurement, commodity trading, supply chain, risk management, sales, processing, and plant management and production in the animal protein industry. With a proven record of leading, retaining and building high-performance teams by mentoring and motivating highly skilled professionals, I collaborate seamlessly with organizational leaders using a mix of trade data, industry knowledge, deep statistical analysis, and experience to support key business initiatives while also seeking economical efficiencies. As a result-focused leader with an entrepreneurial spirit, I offer outstanding presentation, communication, and cross-cultural team management skills.
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