Hybrid Sourcing Analytics Analyst — Drive Cost Savings

ProAmpac; Illinois; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ProAmpac is seeking an Analyst, Sourcing Services to support strategic sourcing, procurement performance, and supply chain efficiency across our manufacturing operations. This role blends data analysis with business impact, partnering with sourcing, supply chain, and operations teams to optimize procurement activity.

The ideal candidate thrives on data, trends, and turning insights into actionable recommendations, with strong communication to business leaders and a track record of delivering

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 2-4 years of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, analytics, manufacturing, operations, finance, or a similar business function.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify trends, gaps, risks, and opportunities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare reports and present recommendations.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects, establish priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, professional, and comfortable working with internal partners, external suppliers, and business leaders.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and interpret internal, market, customer, supplier, and industry data to support sourcing strategies and procurement decisions.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement, and stronger business performance.
• Prepare reports summarizing procurement trends, including usage rates, forecasted needs, lead times, supplier performance, and inventory considerations.
• Identify opportunities to optimize inventory levels and reduce risks related to excess or insufficient materials.
• Present findings, insights, and recommendations to business leaders in a clear, practical, and actionable way.
• Measure the results of implemented improvement strategies and track progress against expected outcomes.
• Support supplier evaluation efforts, including proposal and quote analysis based on quality, cost, service, and other business criteria.
• Recommend alternate vendors, materials, or purchasing options to reduce cost, improve efficiency, or support better outcomes.
• Help gather business requirements and identify supplier pre‑qualifiers for potential sourcing opportunities.
• Coordinate with internal teams to support the movement of raw materials or in‑process goods to meet production and customer expectations.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect sensitive business, supplier, and financial information.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Data analysis

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

ProAmpac is seeking an Analyst, Sourcing Services to support strategic sourcing, procurement performance, and supply chain efficiency across our manufacturing operations. This role blends data analysis with business impact, partnering with sourcing, supply chain, and operations teams to optimize procurement activity.

The ideal candidate thrives on data, trends, and turning insights into actionable recommendations, with strong communication to business leaders and a track record of delivering