Procurement Analyst Job in Hayward, CA

Procurement Analyst

We are looking for a Procurement Analyst to support strategic purchasing and supply planning for a food-focused operation in the East Bay, California. This role is ideal for someone who can balance cost control, supplier performance, and product availability while working in a fast-paced environment. Experience connected to the food sector is highly valued, and familiarity with school meal programs would be especially beneficial.

• Analyze purchasing activity, pricing trends, and supplier performance to identify savings opportunities and strengthen procurement decisions.
• Coordinate with internal teams to maintain steady product availability, align purchasing plans with operational demand, and reduce supply disruptions.
• Support sourcing initiatives by gathering quotes, comparing vendor proposals, and contributing to commercial negotiations.
• Review contracts, purchase terms, and supplier commitments to help ensure favorable pricing, service levels, and compliance standards.
• Monitor inventory movement and logistics patterns to improve replenishment timing and overall supply chain efficiency.
• Prepare reports and recommendations for stakeholders on spend patterns, vendor results, and procurement performance metrics.
• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers to improve communication, service reliability, and issue resolution.
• Assist with procurement process updates, including operational changes or system-related transitions, to support continuity and accuracy in purchasing activities.