Supply Chain Manager

Supply Chain Manager

Company Overview

BHC Chicken is Korea’s No.1 chicken brand (based on 2024 sales) and a leading name in Korean dining. Since its establishment in 2004, BHC has grown to over 2,200 locations in Korea and continues expanding globally, with operations in the U.S., Canada, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Thailand, Singapore, and Malaysia. Known for its signature menu items like “Bburinkle Chicken” and “Mozzarella Cheese Balls”, BHC offers a unique Korean dining experience, including Fried Rice, Tteokbokki, and Korean liquors.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a highly analytical and hands-on SCM Manager to lead our end-to-end supply chain operations, spanning from direct poultry sourcing to 3PL-based distribution for our U.S. franchise network. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between our Korea-manufactured proprietary products and local sourcing channels, managing complex inventory flows and building robust cost structures to ensure seamless franchise support. As a bilingual professional in English and Korean, you will play a critical role in cross-functional collaboration and supplier negotiations, utilizing advanced data modeling to optimize procurement timing, safety stock levels, and landed cost efficiency in a fast-paced, multi-channel environment.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop a strong understanding of the poultry (broiler chicken) supply chain, including sourcing, processing, pricing structures, and yield implications within a franchise business model.
• Manage and follow up on direct sourcing channels from poultry processing plants to franchisees, as well as 3PL-based distribution flows.
• Oversee end-to-end supply flows across:

-Poultry processing plants → franchise direct sourcing

-Suppliers → 3PL → franchise distribution

-Korea-manufactured BHC proprietary products → U.S. 3PL → franchisees

• Monitor and manage 3PL inventory levels, inbound/outbound movements, inventory accuracy, aging, and replenishment to ensure uninterrupted franchise supply.
• Analyze demand forecasts and purchasing requirements to determine procurement quantities, timing, and safety stock levels.
• Build and maintain cost structures and landed cost models, incorporating sourcing cost, logistics, warehousing, and distribution.
• Perform scenario-based analysis and simulations (e.g., volume changes, sourcing options, logistics routes) to evaluate financial and operational impact.
• Generate and maintain regular reports on inventory, COGS, supplier spend, forecasting, and variance analysis.
• Continuously monitor variances between forecasted vs. actual costs and volumes, and identify key drivers.
• Lead supplier engagement, including price follow-ups, quote evaluation, negotiations, and issue escalation.
• Collaborate with Finance to reconcile accounts payable discrepancies, supplier invoices, and cost variances.
• Work cross-functionally with Operations, Warehouse/3PL partners, Logistics, and Franchise teams to align supply strategies and prevent stock-outs or delivery disruptions.
• Perform additional analytical or strategic supply-chain-related tasks as assigned to support business needs.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bilingual in English and Korean (both verbal and written)
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Marketing or related field preferred
• Strong numerical and analytical skills with the ability to analyze costs, margins, and supply scenarios.
• Ability to build cost models and what-if simulations to support sourcing and inventory decisions.
• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills in a multi-channel supply environment.
• Ability to interpret complex operational and financial data and translate it into actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with suppliers, 3PL partners, and internal stakeholders.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Experience in food, poultry, meat, or temperature-sensitive supply chains.
• Familiarity with 3PL warehouse operations and inventory control processes.
• Understanding of direct sourcing vs. warehouse-based distribution models.
• Experience supporting franchise or multi-unit retail operations.
• Exposure to imported products and international supply chains (Korea–U.S. preferred).
• Comfortable working in environments with limited system automation (non-ERP).
• Self-motivated and hands-on, with a strong sense of ownership.

Annual Base Compensation

$75,000—$95,000 USD