The Procurement Analyst will be responsible for supporting the procurement of direct and indirect material categories, overseeing the contract lifecycle, and supporting material and supplier onboarding. The Procurement Analyst will also develop and lead category spend analytics and KPI reporting. The position will be responsible for executing ingredient and packaging purchase orders, following up with vendors, and communicating regular status updates to internal supply chain, purchasing, and other stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience reviewing plant demand against inventory levels and be able to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment supporting more than 400 SKUs.

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Perform updates to materials and suppliers in SAP, including pricing and sourcing updates.
• Create, modify, and delist materials.
• Create, modify, and delist suppliers.
• Work in conjunction with plants and R&D to maintain accurate product information.
• Update monthly forecast files in conjunction with the Procurement Manager.
• Conduct monthly business unit performance reporting, including spend analysis, PPV, and KPI reports.
• Oversee supplier onboarding and maintenance.
• Coordinate with Finance to ensure accurate recordkeeping and timely supplier payment.
• Partner with Quality Assurance to ensure compliance with company quality standards and documentation requirements.
• Scorecard supplier performance against key metrics.
• Create, send, and confirm purchase orders.
• Maintain the Open Purchase Order Report.
• Run daily inventory status and variance reports.
• Review plant demand against inventory levels and identify potential material or supply risks.
• Identify, quantify, and communicate supply chain risks to appropriate stakeholders.
• Support RFPs and contract negotiations.
• Maintain an accurate database of company contracts and support appropriate contract lifecycle management.
• Participate in cross-functional teams as needed to support business objectives.
• Progressively support sourcing, savings, innovation, and other procurement projects as experience and readiness develop.

WORK EXPERIENCE/KNOWLEDGE

• 3 to 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, supply chain, or a related area preferred.
• Experience in consumer packaged goods, food and beverage, manufacturing, or a related product-based environment strongly preferred.
• Experience with SAP or another procurement, purchasing, ERP, or supply chain system preferred.
• Experience with purchase orders, pricing updates, supplier or material master data, inventory reporting, or supplier onboarding preferred.
• Strong analytical, project management, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Experience with procurement or business tools such as DocuSign, Repositrak, Microsoft Project, or similar platforms preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

BEHAVIORS REQUIRED

• Proactive and self-driven; takes initiative, anticipates needs, and works effectively with limited supervision.
• Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability for assigned responsibilities.
• Highly detail-oriented, particularly when working with pricing, purchase orders, supplier data, and reporting.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and changing business needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrates sound judgment and practical problem-solving skills.
• Prepares effectively for meetings, vendor discussions, and business decisions.
• Comfortable working with cross-functional teams and a diverse group of internal and external stakeholders.
• Maintains professionalism and confidentiality when handling sensitive company information.
• Demonstrates a continuous improvement mindset and willingness to learn.

EDUCATION

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or a related field preferred.
• Relevant professional experience may be considered in place of a degree.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Hybrid work arrangement with three days per week in the office and two days working remotely.
• Primarily office-based role requiring high levels of concentration and attention to detail.
• Standard business hours are expected, with flexibility as needed to meet business priorities and project deadlines.
• Minimal travel, approximately 0 to 5 percent, may be required to visit manufacturing plants, warehouses, co-packer sites, or attend off-site meetings.
• Work hours may vary depending on business needs, projects, or assignments.

 SKILLS / OTHER PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES REQUIRED

• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, timelines, vendors, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to prioritize, multitask, and remain effective in a high-pressure environment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
• Customer and stakeholder service orientation.
• Strategic thinking and continuous improvement mindset.
• Strong technology aptitude and ability to learn new systems and tools.