Dylan Massave

Chief Procurement Officer

Professional Overview

Dylan Massave is a seasoned procurement and supply chain leader with over 15 years of experience in the food distribution industry. As the Chief Procurement Officer at What Chefs Want!, he is responsible for developing and executing strategic sourcing initiatives, managing vendor relationships, and optimizing the company's supply chain to deliver exceptional value to its customers.

Experience Summary

Current Role

As the Chief Procurement Officer at What Chefs Want!, Dylan is instrumental in driving the company's procurement strategy and ensuring the availability of high-quality, fresh produce and specialty food items. He oversees a team of purchasing professionals and is responsible for negotiating favorable terms with suppliers, managing inventory levels, and implementing cost-saving measures to improve the company's bottom line.

Career Progression

Prior to his current role, Dylan held various leadership positions at FreshPoint, Inc., a leading food distribution company. He served as the Region Vice President of Merchandising, overseeing purchasing and wholesale operations for multiple regions. Before that, he held roles as the VP of Purchasing & Wholesale and VP of Purchasing, where he demonstrated his ability to streamline procurement processes, enhance supplier partnerships, and drive operational efficiencies.

Academic Background

Dylan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Tennessee, with a concentration in Supply Chain Management.

Areas of Expertise

• Strategic procurement and sourcing

• Vendor relationship management

• Supply chain optimization

• Inventory management

• Cost control and budget management

• Cross-functional collaboration

• Team leadership and development

Professional Impact

During his tenure at FreshPoint, Inc., Dylan played a pivotal role in implementing a centralized procurement system that improved visibility and control over the company's purchase orders, resulting in a 12% reduction in procurement-related costs. He also led the integration of a new enterprise resource planning (ERP) system, which enhanced data-driven decision-making and streamlined operational workflows across the organization.

Conclusion

With his extensive experience in the food distribution industry and his proven track record of driving operational excellence, Dylan Massave is well-positioned to lead What Chefs Want!'s procurement function and contribute to the company's continued growth and success.