Analyst - Procurement

The Wendy's Company; Burlington; On-site; CAD 67,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fast-food chain is looking for a Procurement Analyst in Burlington, Canada. The role involves providing analysis and support for procurement processes, maintaining supplier information, and collaborating closely with category managers. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years of experience in supply chain or procurement and holds a relevant bachelor's degree. This position is office-based with a salary range of CAD 67,000 to CAD 115,000 annually.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in supply chain, preferably in procurement.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills required.
• Experience with MS Office, particularly Excel.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and coordination to support purchasing operations.
• Support supply assurance efforts in partnership with category managers.
• Assist in planning supplier relations strategy.

Skills

Supply chain management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Problem solving

Education

B.S./B.A. in Business, Economics, Supply Chain

Tools

MS Office

PowerBI

Job description

What you’ll do

This analyst is responsible for providing analysis, process management and control, and overall organizational support to assigned stakeholders within the Canadian procurement team. The role is focused on providing both routine and ad‑hoc support to the group, with primary responsibility for procurement support, but also support as directed to the other functional groups including project management and distribution. Through their analysis, such as food cost and system accuracy including pricing, they serve as an extension of the category managers to minimize cost of goods while maximizing quality and service levels to Wendy’s restaurants across Canada.

Our ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial spirit; they are curious about the industry and strive to make an impact through the work they do every day. This position requires an individual who builds and maintains strong internal and external relationships – promoting collaboration and partnerships to drive desired results. They should also exhibit strengths in business acumen, attention to detail, problem solving and internal/external customer service.

The Wendy’s Company has formed a cooperative (Co‑op) to provide supply chain services for all Wendy’s restaurants in North America. Quality Supply Chain Cooperative, Inc. (QSCC) sources and contracts to purchase items and services necessary for the successful operation of a Wendy’s restaurant. The Co‑op (QSCC) is a separate corporation with governance oversight from an elected Board of Directors representing all franchisees and The Wendy’s U.S. Company restaurants. QSCC Canada reports to QSCC U.S. and are considered Wendy’s Restaurants of Canada employees leased to QSCC – U.S.

Responsibilities

• Provide analysis and coordination to support purchasing operations and procedures.
  • Provide food cost, pricing strategy, risk management, and commodity input analysis.
  • Provide information collection, bid collection, and optimization support for RFPs.
  • Provide analysis, process, and organizational support to assigned stakeholders.
  • Ensure timely information flow/updates for confidential contract agreements, including NDAs and scope of agreement for products and services (SOAs).
  • Maintain pricing and supplier details in appropriate systems on a monthly or quarterly basis.
  • Assist in food/paper/equipment/services cost planning and forecasting on a monthly basis or as needed.
  • Support price verification by reviewing, approving, and updating item‑specific data; manage downstream activities where price verification requires correction; accurately input and maintain pricing for assigned categories.
• Support supply assurance efforts. In partnership with the category managers, develop and continuously maintain strategic supplier base information and key contacts. Maintain and update contingency and transition plans. Assist in monitoring new, existing, promotional and depleting inventories within assigned categories.
• Assist in planning, preparing and delivering a supplier relations strategy. Conduct thorough research and understanding of the Canadian domestic supply environment. Attend industry events, supplier meetings and business reviews to keep informed of the procurement and category‑specific best practices.
• Perform and execute against other projects and accountabilities as assigned.

Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in supply chain, with experience in procurement or category management preferred.
• B.S./B.A. in Business, Economics, Supply Chain or related area strongly preferred. Masters in Supply Chain or related field a plus.
• Strong analytical/problem‑solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Strong prioritization and time‑management skills.
• Entrepreneurial mindset; demonstrates curiosity and critical thinking to help evolve ways of working.
• Experience with MS Office, including strong Excel capabilities.
• Experience with PowerBI or related analytical software.
• Interested in growing a career in procurement, project management and/or supply chain.

Expected Work Location (In Office)

It is expected that you will primarily perform work at the Wendy’s Canadian Restaurant Support Center 5515 North Service Rd STE 201 Burlington ON L7L 6G4 Canada or at other location(s) as designated by the Company. You are required to work in the office at least 3 days a week. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs.

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Travel

5%

Pay Range

CAD 67,000.00 - CAD 115,000.00 Annually

Wendy’s is an equal employment opportunity employer who may provide reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.