Analyst III GM Sourcing

ViziRecruiter,LLC.; Quincy (MA); Hybrid; USD 86,320 - 129,480; Full time

Job summary

A leading food retailer is seeking a Vendor Management Specialist in Quincy, MA to lead strategic sourcing efforts and manage vendor relationships. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree, strong analytical and negotiation skills, and at least 2 years of related experience. This role offers a flexible hybrid work schedule, competitive salary, and eligibility for an incentive bonus.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related Sourcing, Negotiating, Category, and/or Vendor Management experience preferred.
• Strong ability to analyze complex data sets and develop insights.
• Proven ability to negotiate for positive outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Manage vendor partnerships and develop long-term/short-term vendor strategy.
• Apply in-depth analysis of key business levers to identify opportunities.
• Mentor and train new analysts in the sourcing process.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Power BI

Job description

Introduction

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Overview

Responsible for partnering across all ADUSA brands to achieve optimal value, balancing cost and quality, for a given category. Leads end-to-end sourcing efforts including strategy, cost negotiations, tactics, prep and execution. Owns and is accountable for achieving timelines and targets. Drives connectivity across Seasonal General Merchandise for all internal and external partners (including supply chain, finance, suppliers) to leverage size/scale and optimize performance and savings opportunities.

Our flexible/hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC, Quincy, MA, Carlisle, PA, Scarborough, ME, Hyattsville, MD.

Responsibilities

• Build subject matter expertise in assigned vendors and categories.
• Apply in-depth analysis of key business levers (i.e., product costs, logistics costs, payment terms, assortment mix, competitive negotiation positioning) to identify opportunities for growth, assortment optimization, and cost savings.
• Manage vendor partnerships and develop long term/short term (by season) vendor strategy; Oversee negotiation and execution.
• Develop data-driven recommendations for optimal receipt quantities at the store level to support sales performance.
• Manage key project calendar and deliverables to meet in-warehouse date expectations.
• Manage and execute required legal documents adhering to legal requirements and standards (NDA, award letters, master supply agreement and schedules, discontinuance, and termination letters).
• Mentor and train new analysts in the sourcing process.
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs and uphold company values.
• Primary interfaces will be Category Analysts/Category Managers.

Requirements

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis until the end of their appointment.
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• 2+ years of related Sourcing, Negotiating, Category, and/or Vendor Management experience (preferred).
• General knowledge of industry and suppliers.
• Proven ability to negotiate for positive outcomes.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to analyze complex data sets and develop insights.
• Strong presentation & communication skills. Ability to build and deliver messaging tailored by audience, and articulate recommended actions to drive decision making.
• Able to work under strict deadlines, set and balance priorities.
• Able to independently identify problems and propose solutions.
• Ability to influence others without authority.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Power BI proficiency (preferred).

ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $75,040 - $112,560

IL/MA/MD Salary Range: $86,320 - $129,480

All ADUSA job offers take multiple factors into consideration including, but not limited to salary range, internal equity, a candidate's qualifications, geographic region, job-related knowledge and skills.

This position is eligible for an incentive bonus based on company performance as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.