Procurement Analyst

Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities.

For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit
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Aramark Student Nutrition provides food and nutrition services to over 350 school districts in the U.S. It offers public and private education institutions a variety of dining options including breakfast and lunch programs, after-school snacks, catering, nutrition education and retail operations. We partner with schools to create culinary experiences that propel students to success. Our goal is to provide healthy, nutritional meals with a stellar dining experience for our communities.

For more information on Aramark's Student Nutrition food service programs, please visit Aramark Student Nutrition.

The Procurement Analyst is responsible for driving data-informed procurement and inventory decisions to optimize supply chain performance within Student Nutrition. This role leads advanced analysis of purchasing, inventory, and vendor performance to improve cost efficiency, product availability, and operational effectiveness.

The Procurement Analyst oversees inventory management and procurement processes, ensuring accurate data, appropriate stock levels, and timely product availability across distribution channels. This role partners closely with vendors, operations teams, and leadership to align supply with program needs, support procurement activities, and mitigate supply chain risks.

Additionally, the role ensures data integrity across procurement and inventory systems and maintains compliance with food safety standards and organizational policies.

COMPENSATION:
The Salaried rate for this position is $70,730.00 to $75,000.00. If both numbers are the same, that is the amount that Aramark expects to offer. This is Aramark's good faith and reasonable estimate of the compensation for this position as of the time of posting.

BENEFITS:
Aramark offers comprehensive benefit programs and services for eligible employees including medical, dental, vision, and work/life resources. Additional benefits may include retirement savings plans like 401(k) and paid days off such as parental leave and disability coverage. Benefits vary by location and are subject to any legal requirements or limitations, employee eligibility status, and where the employee lives and/or works.

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There is no predetermined application window for this position, the position will close once a qualified candidate is selected. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all applicable laws, including, but not limited to all applicable Fair Chance Ordinances and Acts. For jobs in San Francisco, this includes the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.

• Analyze procurement, inventory, and vendor data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities to improve operational and financial performance
• Monitor and report on key performance indicators such as fill rates, substitution rates, cost variance, inventory turns, and days-on-hand
• Lead inventory optimization initiatives to ensure appropriate stock levels, minimize shortages and overages, and improve overall efficiency
• Manage and maintain inventory levels across field locations and distribution channels, ensuring alignment with demand and program needs
• Conduct inventory reconciliations and oversee physical counts to ensure accuracy of inventory records and resolve discrepancies
• Manage procurement systems, order guides, and product master data, ensuring accurate product setup and data integrity
• Perform cost analysis and support pricing evaluations to reduce spend and improve financial outcomes
• Identify and implement process improvements across procurement, inventory management, and reporting workflows
• Assess supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies related to shortages, substitutions, and market fluctuations
• Collaborate…