Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management; Process Improvement

Our client is seeking a Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Process Improvement) to join their team. As a Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Process Improvement), you will be part of the Procurement organization supporting category sourcing and process improvement efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical thinking, a practical sourcing mindset, and the drive to turn data into actionable savings and better supplier outcomes.

• Support day-to-day execution of sourcing strategies for assigned categories, focusing on reducing organizational spend while strengthening relationships with business stakeholders and suppliers.
• Develop award optimization scenarios to minimize total cost of ownership and improve sourcing outcomes.
• Perform sourcing analysis including opportunity assessments, benchmarking, and should-cost modeling to identify and prioritize sourcing opportunities.
• Support contract management activities by working with the contract management team on administration of contract data, addendums, item master sheets, and supplier documentation.
• Partner on benefit tracking by helping develop mechanisms to report and communicate savings achieved, including post-implementation variance analysis.

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, CPG, or similar.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in sourcing/procurement activities, with strong sourcing process knowledge.
• Experience developing Templates, Playbooks, Job Aids, and Training materials for stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of contract review, redlining, and negotiation alternatives.
• Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodology is a plus.
• Experience supporting RFPs, reviewing contracts, and handling supplier-related documentation and processes.
• Proven ability to conduct spend analysis and total ownership cost analysis, including identifying internal costs tied to supplier price, delivery, operations, and quality.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Vizio) and the ability to synthesize analysis into clear oral and written communications.

• Opportunity to drive process improvement through tactical execution, analysis, and stakeholder support.
• Work closely with category managers, supplier relationship management teams, and KPI/Benefits partners to translate insights into measurable savings.
• Contribute to supplier performance support through scorecards, assessments, and continuous improvement targets.
• Build confidence by supporting RFP development, contract administration, and negotiation planning materials.
• Join a role that values respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety while supporting meaningful outcomes.

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay