Procurement Logistics Category Analyst

Nestle; Solon (OH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Procurement Logistics Category Analyst, where you will play a vital role in optimizing procurement activities and enhancing supply chain efficiency. This position offers the chance to work in a collaborative environment that values innovation and strategic thinking. You'll analyze market trends, evaluate suppliers, and develop procurement strategies that drive cost-effectiveness. If you are passionate about data analysis and procurement, this is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact while growing your career in a supportive workplace.

Benefits

401k with company match

Healthcare coverage

Performance-based incentives

Broad range of benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Data Analysis, Supply Chain or Procurement.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field required.

Responsibilities

• Conduct spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and service.
• Implement procurement strategies aligned with organizational goals.

Skills

Data Analysis

Strategic Sourcing

Mathematical Skills

Organizational Skills

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management

Bachelor’s degree in Economics

Bachelor’s degree in Finance

Tools

SAP

Power BI

Ariba

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Microsoft PowerPoint

Job description

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow.

At Nestlé USA, we’re all working towards the same goal – to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio of beloved brands, including DiGiorno, Toll House, and Coffee mate, in 97% of U.S. households, we have a unique opportunity – and responsibility – to be there for every moment in our consumers’ lives.

Joining Nestlé means becoming part of an inclusive workplace that inspires innovation, encourages strategic thinking and creativity, and celebrates your achievements. No matter where you work within the organization, you are empowered to challenge the status quo, embrace risk-taking, and pioneer new ideas. Our supportive and collaborative environment encourages bold ambitions and continuous learning so that everyone can grow and thrive.

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Procurement Logistics Category Analyst is a specialized professional who operates at the intersection of supply chain management and financial analysis. This position has a critical role in optimizing procurement activities by evaluating suppliers, analyzing cost structures, and assessing the overall value obtained from procurement endeavors. This role is crucial for supporting the use of digital tools and development of robust procurement strategies, key performance indicator (KPI), dashboards, enabling the organization to take decisions that drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness in acquiring goods and services.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conduct detailed spend analysis to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings, and create spend analysis reports.
2. Evaluate and select suppliers based on criteria such as price, quality, service, and capacity.
3. Develop and maintain supplier performance scorecards.
4. Monitor market trends to anticipate price changes and supply chain disruptions.
5. Implement procurement strategies and policies in alignment with organizational goals.
6. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand their procurement needs and specifications.
7. Utilize procurement software and tools to streamline purchasing processes and data analysis.
8. Prepare and present reports on procurement metrics, progress, and savings achieved from cost reduction initiatives to management.
9. Recommend process improvements to enhance efficiency and effectiveness in procurement operations.
10. Analyze industry trends and market competition to develop business improvement initiatives.
11. Support opportunity assessments and benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunities.
12. Assist the Procurement and Legal Teams in the administration of contract data, addendums, and additional supplier documentation.
13. Review contracts to ensure compliance with pricing, payment terms, volume commitments, and rebates.
14. Support risk management assessments related to supplier vulnerability, sourcing options, and material availability.
15. Understand business objectives to generate project information, action items, schedules, and deliverables for the team.
16. Provide recommendations on procurement-related issues, plans, reports, training, and metrics.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Economics, Finance or a related field.
2. Minimum 3 years of experience in Data Analysis, Supply Chain or Procurement.
3. Experience in SAP, Power BI, Ariba and other advanced data analytics tools and indexes such as Jaegger, DAT, CASS, is preferred.
4. Advanced Experience in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint required.

SKILLS:

1. Ability to work on multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
2. Knowledge of techniques and processes involved in strategic sourcing.
3. Mathematical and reasoning skills required for proper analysis of bids, inclusive of differential pricing analysis and total cost of ownership.
4. Excellent organizational skills including planning, standards of excellence, personal accountability, and managing self.
5. Strong analytical and conceptual skills with experience in manipulating data within large database systems and cost savings evaluations.
6. Advanced knowledge of spreadsheet analysis, using Excel.
7. Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders and suppliers.
8. Problem-solving skills to effectively address complex issues that arise in a category, with suppliers.

REQUISITION ID: 345253

The approximate pay range for this position is $69,068 to $90,314. Please note that the pay range provided is a good faith estimate for the position at the time of posting. Final compensation may vary based on factors including but not limited to background, knowledge, skills, and abilities as well as geographic location of the position.

Nestlé offers performance-based incentives and a competitive total rewards package, which includes a 401k with company match, healthcare coverage and a broad range of other benefits. Incentives and/or benefit packages may vary depending on the position.

It is our business imperative to remain a very inclusive workplace.

The Nestlé Companies are equal employment opportunity employers. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

This position is not eligible for Visa Sponsorship.