Senior Analyst, Procurement (Paper & Packaging)

About the role

As the Senior Analyst, Paper & Procurement, you will be responsible for category management of all Paper & Packaging supplies, leading execution and contributing to key strategic decisions. This person will be responsible for identifying, qualifying, and negotiating with new suppliers to meet Chipotle's growth needs, as well as managing the performance of existing suppliers and finding opportunities to grow and optimize our overall network. You will also work closely with cross-functional partners on menu innovation and other company-wide initiatives. 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 Nort

Responsibilities

• Partner with Brand and Marketing teams to align packaging design, innovation, and messaging with brand standards and campaign objectives, ensuring packaging supports overall customer experience and brand storytelling.
• Analyze commodity markets and build relationships with our network of market experts. Make price, contract, and supplier allocation recommendations based on your view of the market, regularly communicating analysis through category reviews, price forecasts, and other reporting.
• Build excellent relationships with vendors, ensure they abide by policies and provide excellent service, and work closely with the logistics team to identify and resolve supplier issues.
• Collaborate with FSQA, Brand, and Marketing to develop, review, and rewrite packaging specifications, ensuring alignment with food safety standards, brand requirements, regulatory compliance, and operational feasibility.
• WHAT YOU'LL BRING TO THE TABLE
• Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Business, Finance, or Economics from a 4-year college or university preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or related field.
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of a category, project, or workstream and drive strategic recommendations with limited oversight.
• Experience in project management, cross-functional coordination, and stakeholder alignment across procurement, brand, marketing, FSQA, and operations.
• Strong ability to influence and align cross-functional partners, navigate ambiguity, and drive decisions in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience managing supplier relationships and supporting or leading commercial negotiations.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and/or Power BI, including ability to build models, analyze large datasets, and translate insights into actionable recommendations.
• Working knowledge of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations and experience supporting compliance, reporting, or implementation efforts is preferred.
• Familiarity with packaging materials, specifications, or manufacturing processes is a plus.
• Understanding of regulatory and sustainability considerations impacting packaging decisions.
• PAY TRANSPARENCY

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Additional Information

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.

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