Coordinator, Purchasing

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone. THE OPPORTUNITY As the Purchasing Coordinator, you will support Chipotle’s supply chain by ensuring the timely and accurate procurement of goods and services that enable restaurant development and day-to-day operations. You will execute against indirect purchasing needs by processing purchase orders (PO), maintaining accurate data across procurement systems, and helping ensure suppliers meet delivery schedules and company standards. Through strong coordination with internal teams and vendors, you will help keep procurement processes running smoothly, support compliance with company policies, and contribute to effective asset tracking and cost management across facilities, construction, IT, and other corporate functions. WHAT YOU’LL DO Execute the purchase of capital expenditure items through PO generation and vendor coordination, supporting indirect procurement needs across facilities, construction, IT, G&A, and related areas. Review architectural plans for new restaurants, determining which items and quantities are needed. Manage a ServiceNow task queue, ensuring all assigned tickets are completed accurately and within established department timelines and standard operating procedures. Maintain accurate data within the procure-to-pay system, including inputting, updating, and ensuring quality assurance of work order ticketing, as well as troubleshooting issues as needed. Monitor, audit, and troubleshoot ServiceChannel and ServiceNow to Oracle Cloud integrations; review quarterly Oracle Cloud updates for function sub-group and related integrations and conduct testing/feedback plans. Build and maintain strong working relationships with key partners to effectively support Chipotle’s teams. Respond to incoming requisitions within one business day; once requirements are confirmed and budgets approved, generate purchase orders in accordance with company guidelines. Preparing purchase requisitions for various departments based on supplier quotes and pre-established approved catalogs, ensuring compliance to company guidelines and policies. Serve as a subject matter expert on capitalization policies and Company Initiative budget items, assisting in effectively guiding the team on processing items in line with established guidelines. Partner with Accounts Payable and Fixed Assets teams to resolve invoice and receiving discrepancies. Document and maintain role-related procedures to support consistency and continuity. Maintain communication with suppliers during course of procurement, to ensure supplier performance. Support asset management tracking and recovery practices, tools, and procedures to limit risk and exposure, while contributing to cost management through product standardization, tracking, and trending. Research and provide plans, documents, and other relevant information for internal requisitioners, as needed. WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Finance, Accounting, Procurement, or Supply Chain preferred. 1-3 years of experience in Procurement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Finance or Accounting, or another related operational role is preferred. Exposure to indirect procurement processes, purchase order management, or procure-to-pay systems is a plus. Experience reviewing architectural plans or supporting construction and facilities-related purchasing is a plus. Familiarity with systems such as Oracle, ServiceNow, ServiceChannel, or Tririga is preferred. Clear and professional verbal and written communication skills. Ability to work collaboratively and professionally with peers, cross-functional partners and leadership. Strong attention to detail and accuracy when reviewing purchase orders, invoices, and inventory-related data. Solid organizational and prioritization skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and follow up on outstanding items. Comfortable asking questions, raising issues, and escalating with suggested solutions when appropriate. Positive, solution-oriented mindset with the ability to navigate challenges and adapt in a fast-paced environment. PAY TRANSPARENCY A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $24.52–$31.02. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit for more details. WHO WE ARE Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.   Qualified applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the terms of the Americans with Disabilities Act and/or certain state or local laws. Please contact ADAaccommodations@chipotle.com if you need an accommodation due to a disability to complete an application, job interview, and/or to otherwise participate in the hiring process. This email does not respond to non-accommodations related requests. 

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