Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Crane Co.; The Woodlands, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Crane Company is seeking a data-driven Supply Chain Analyst to collect, analyze, and maintain global supply chain data. You will support strategic sourcing, supplier negotiations, and cost improvement initiatives across the organization.

The role emphasizes analytical rigor, cross-functional collaboration, and the use of Power BI, ERP systems, and advanced Excel for reporting and decision support. Travel up to 25% may be required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field; MBA preferred.
• Experience with Power BI, Excel, and ERP systems is desirable.
• Knowledge of supplier management, negotiations, and cost reduction initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain global supply chain analysis tools and dashboards.
• Assist business units with vendor onboarding, invoicing issues, and data integrity.
• Conduct global spend analysis to identify cost savings and optimization opportunities.
• Support negotiations, benchmarking, and payment term evaluations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements and measurable results.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Power BI

Excel

Cross-functional collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Data Analytics, or related field

Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline preferred

Tools

Zycus

ERP systems

MS Office

Job description

Position Summary

The position is responsible for collecting, aggregating, analyzing, and maintaining supply chain data to support strategic sourcing and supply chain initiatives across the organization. Key responsibilities include spend analysis and management, supplier negotiations, cost‑benefit analysis, payment term optimization, invoice accuracy and compliance, supplier performance management, corporate reporting, and ad hoc business analysis.

Principal Responsibilities

Develop and maintain global supply chain analysis tools, including Zycus, Power BI dashboards, databases, and reporting systems to support strategic sourcing and supply chain decision‑making. Assist business units with vendor onboarding and setup, invoicing issues, data discrepancies, supplier master data management, and payment term negotiations. Conduct periodic audits to ensure compliance, data integrity, and process accuracy. Perform comprehensive global spend analysis to identify cost savings, supplier consolidation, productivity improvements, and process optimization opportunities. Quantify financial impact, collaborate with cross‑functional teams to implement action plans, and track realized benefits. Analyze and report on sourcing trends affecting business performance, including contract expirations, pricing fluctuations, cost variance analysis, market conditions, commodity trends, tariffs, and economic indicators.

Support supplier negotiations by conducting cost‑benefit analyses, benchmarking studies, working capital assessments, and payment term evaluations. Support sourcing projects, supplier rationalization initiatives, productivity programs, and strategic supplier development activities. Consistent with the Crane Business System (CBS), participate in, facilitate, and lead Kaizen and continuous improvement events that eliminate waste, improve flow, enhance supplier performance, and deliver measurable results in Growth, Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and Working Capital. Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Logistics teams to support supply chain initiatives, improve operational efficiency, and drive sustainable business results.

Skills Required

Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and decision‑making skills, with the ability to make timely, effective, and data‑driven decisions. Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Project, with the ability to analyze large datasets and present findings to stakeholders. Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, with a demonstrated ability to work effectively in cross‑functional and global teams within a dynamic business environment. Proficiency in data visualization and reporting tools, including Power BI and other business intelligence platforms, with the ability to transform complex data into actionable insights. Knowledge of supply chain, sourcing, procurement, and supplier management processes, including vendor onboarding, payment terms negotiations, contract compliance, and supplier performance management. Results‑oriented approach, with a demonstrated ability to deliver measurable savings, process improvements, supplier performance enhancements, and business value.

Minimum Education/Experience Required

Bachelor's degree (BA/BS) in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, Data Analytics, or a related field required. A Master's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline is preferred. Strong understanding of supply chain management principles, with an emphasis on strategic sourcing, purchasing, supplier development, supplier performance management, and cost reduction initiatives. Knowledge of supplier qualification, onboarding processes, supplier audits, and supplier performance measurement systems. Experience supporting supplier negotiations, payment term optimization, vendor setup, invoicing processes, and procurement compliance activities. Proficiency in business intelligence and analytical tools, including Power BI, Excel, Zycus, ERP systems, and other reporting platforms, is highly desirable. Professional certifications such as APICS (CPIM or CSCP) and ISM (CPSM) are highly preferred. Willingness and ability to travel up to 25%, both domestically and internationally, as business needs require. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

Crane Company. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, general identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

At Crane, we believe that attracting and retaining the highest quality people is the best insurance of success. Our goal is to recruit talented people and train them within a culture that calls for performance with trust and respect. Join us. The unique backgrounds and differences of our associates make us stronger, more capable, and more successful.

Beyond an associate’s base compensation, we reward and reinforce wellbeing with a compelling package of both cash and non‑cash benefits, including comprehensive health, wellness incentives, assistance with retirement savings, paid time off, paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement — as well as performance‑based bonus programs for certain positions.

Crane prioritizes career development for our associates. All associates receive an annual development plan that includes a mixture of on‑the‑job coaching and formal training experiences to support individual development needs. We firmly believe in associate growth that supports career progression and we will proactively support your ongoing career development.