Purchasing Analyst

POM Wonderful; Mentor (OH); On-site; Full time

Job summary

POM Wonderful is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to oversee and enhance purchasing systems for materials needed in production. The role involves vendor negotiations, cost analysis, and collaboration with various departments to ensure efficiency and timely acquisition of resources. Candidates should have at least 3 years of relevant experience and strong analytical skills.

Benefits

Top-notch medical coverage

Comprehensive vision and dental plans

401k with match eligibility

Access to wellness resources

Career advancement opportunities

Focused Learning and Development resources

Mentorship program

Community engagement initiatives

Qualifications

• Experience in vendor negotiations.
• Ability to lead and support a team.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee purchasing systems and streamline processes.
• Develop and monitor purchasing cost analysis reporting.
• Work with Global Sourcing to negotiate requests.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organization

Problem-solving

Creative thinking

Multitasking

Leadership

Education

Minimum 3 years of purchasing or finance experience

Tools

Oracle

PC software applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Job description

Job Description

What our Purchasing Analyst will do:

• Oversee purchasing systems, procedures, reporting (scorecards/dashboards) for all expense and inventoried materials – streamline process.
• Develop, implement, and monitor purchasing cost analysis reporting.
• Analyze forecast and lead-times to determine present and future material needs.
• Supervise the preparation and issuance of purchase orders and requisitions to meet all production, safety, and capital expenditure needs through two Purchasing coordinators.
• Drive improvements and cost savings ideas through/with POM/Wonderful purchasing board teams.
• Oversee that material inventories are kept within minimum/maximum bands.
• Work with Global Sourcing by establishing strategic relationships to negotiate requests for equipment, supplies, and services from suppliers and subcontractors.
• Ensure materials are bought at the most competitive price and delivered on time to meet production and reliability needs.
• Work with R&D Department to source appropriate raw materials for new product launches and on-going concentrate/puree/flavor needs.
• Build out RFP process with Bonfire application and other informal avenues as needed.
• Work with Operations/Reliability teams to build out cost analysis scenarios (ROI) to support CAPEX.

Compensation: $24.00- $28.00

Qualifications:
Qualifications

Skills & experience that are necessary as our Purchasing Analyst will include, but not limited to:

• Experience in leading vendor negotiations
• Advanced knowledge of PC software applications such as Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Outlook.
• Inventory Control knowledge.
• Ability to lead/support a team and negotiate with external partners.
• Must have an excellent skill set in the following areas: attention to detail, organization, problem-solving, creative thinking, and multitasking.
• Must be self-motivated and able to achieve high impact in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to react quickly to unexpected problems and come up with a solution.
• Coaching & developing team members and providing support on their day to day activities
• Continuous Development of self and individual team members
• Oracle experience a plus

QUALIFICATIONS:

Minimum of 3 years of purchasing or finance experience or any equivalent combination of education, training and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

Additional Information

• Thriving Wellness Community: Access to top-notch medical coverage, comprehensive vision and dental plans, and a 401k with match eligibility to secure your financial future including:
• 24/7 online physician consultations
• virtual mental health resources
• life coaching
• engaging employee community groups
• cash rewards for healthy habits and fitness reimbursements
• library of on-demand fitness videos
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Unlock your potential with clear paths for career progression and internal mobility across our diverse family of brands and business units.
• Focused Learning and Development: Grow as a leader with our dedicated Learning and Organizational Development department, offering extensive resources like People Manager and leadership training, webinars, and eLearning courses.
• Empowering Mentorship Program: Connect with colleagues through our company-wide mentorship program to share goals, overcome challenges, and drive your career forward.
• Continuous Improvement Training: Participate in training that empowers all employees to learn and implement concepts that drive significant, positive change in the workplace.
• Building a Healthy Society: We focus on improving the social determinants of a healthy society-quality education and medical care, economic mobility, and a healthy environment-to help build thriving communities. Wonderful CSR
• Giving Back to the Community: Make a difference with Wonderful Giving, allowing you to allocate company-provided funds to up to three charities of your choice, and join Wonderful Neighbor to contribute to group service projects within our local communities.

POM Wonderful is the largest grower and producer of fresh pomegranates and pomegranate juice in the United States as well as the worldwide leader in fresh California pomegranates and pomegranate-based products, including our 100% pomegranate juices, healthy juice blends and teas. With nearly two million pomegranate trees in Central California, we grow, handpick and juice our own pomegranates to ensure the highest quality. Sold throughout the world and in the vast majority of North American retailers, our selection of products includes pomegranate-based juices and teas, fresh fruit when in season, and fresh arils.

POM Wonderful is part of The Wonderful Company, a successful, fast-growing privately held $6 billion company with 10,000 employees worldwide. The Wonderful Company’s connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back in its DNA. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in California’s Central Valley. To view the current Corporate Social Responsibility report, visit csr.wonderful.com.

The Wonderful Company is an Equality Opportunity Employer that provides opportunities for advancement. We are committed to creating a diverse workforce that embodies a deep culture of acceptance, equity, and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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