Strategic Sourcing Analyst - Packaging & Supplier Diversity

Brown-Forman Corporation; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Brown‑Forman Corporation is seeking a procurement professional to drive sourcing strategies, negotiate key commercial agreements, and manage supplier onboarding and renewals. You will partner with buyers to optimize spend across designated categories and support NPD and M&A sourcing initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years in sourcing, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and the ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams across global operations. Travel up to 20% may be required.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years in sourcing/supply chain, including leading cross‑functional teams.
• Proven negotiation and influence skills; strong analytical abilities.
• Execution: manage multiple priorities, budget development/control, and communicate with global teams.

Responsibilities

• Strategy & Commercials: Execute sourcing strategies, negotiate major commercial agreements, manage vendor onboarding, setup, and renewals.
• Supplier & Performance Management: Evaluate and develop suppliers, track KPIs, drive cross‑functional efficiencies, act as vendor contact.
• Operations & Continuity: Resolve inventory/supply issues, process POs and invoices, support NPD and acquired brands sourcing.
• Financial Oversight: Prepare annual pricing/budget forecasts and leverage systems to expand catalogs.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's/CPSM certification

Tools

SAP Purchasing module

Job description

Brown‑Forman Corporation is seeking a procurement professional to drive sourcing strategies, negotiate key commercial agreements, and manage supplier onboarding and renewals. You will partner with buyers to optimize spend across designated categories and support NPD and M&A sourcing initiatives.

Ideal candidates bring 1–3 years in sourcing, strong negotiation and analytical skills, and the ability to coordinate cross‑functional teams across global operations. Travel up to 20% may be required.