Strategic Sourcing Analyst: Lead Category & Vendors

Albertsons Companies; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly wages

Earned wage access

Associate discounts

Health and well-being benefits

Paid time off

Career development

Inclusive work environment

Job summary

Albertsons Companies in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Procurement Analyst to drive category reviews, manage RFIs/RFQs, and support sourcing across multiple categories.

You will compile responses, draft negotiation documents with the analytics team, and collaborate with vendor management to achieve cost savings while maintaining supplier relationships. This role is in a fast-paced retail environment with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with Excel proficiency.
• Experience with RFIs/RFPs and category strategy is a plus.
• Ability to work across multiple enterprise systems and teams.
• Excellent communication and vendor management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate category reviews and RFIs/RFQs to support sourcing strategy.
• Develop category documents, strategy, and award recommendations.
• Collate RFI/RFP responses and vendor feedback letters with input from the analytics team.
• Collaborate with contracts team to manage vendor paperwork.
• Lead analytics on category strategy and cost analyses for events.
• Support day-to-day vendor communications and event execution.

Skills

Analytical skills

MS Excel

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Economics, Mathematics, Statistics or related field

Tools

Procurement analytics tools

Job description

Albertsons Companies in Boise, Idaho is seeking a Procurement Analyst to drive category reviews, manage RFIs/RFQs, and support sourcing across multiple categories.

You will compile responses, draft negotiation documents with the analytics team, and collaborate with vendor management to achieve cost savings while maintaining supplier relationships. This role is in a fast-paced retail environment with growth opportunities.