Supply Chain Analyst

Home Chef; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 70 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Promo code PEOPLE30 for first order

Medical, dental, vision, life and dis­

401k program

Flexible spending accounts

Résumé du poste

Home Chef is seeking a Supply Chain Analyst to drive data-driven decision-making across the supply chain. You’ll support vendor RFPs, conduct market research, and perform contract negotiation analyses while building tools and dashboards for weekly KPI reporting.

You will collaborate with Operations, Procurement, and Culinary teams, monitor supplier performance, and identify cost and process improvements to keep budgets on track and ensure reliable supply.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in market research, strategic sourcing, or procurement.
• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.
• Able to manage many inputs and prioritize effectively for vendor management.

Responsabilités

• Analyze supply chain metrics and develop initiatives to drive improvement.
• Support RFPs for vendors and conduct market research.
• Develop tools and dashboards for KPI reporting.
• Collaborate with Operations, Procurement, and Culinary teams.
• Monitor vendor performance and ensure contract compliance.

Connaissances

Analytical skills

Excel

Data analysis tools

Vendor management

Formation

Bachelor’s degree in business or supply chain

Description du poste

Founded in 2013, Home Chef is the leading meal solutions company with both a retail and online presence. Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.

In 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo ! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.

Similar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We’re eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef’s offerings.

The Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for driving data-driven decision-making and supporting strategic initiatives across Home Chef’s supply chain. This individual will support vendor RFPs, conduct market research, perform contract negotiation analyses, develop tools and dashboards for the team, and own the reporting of weekly KPIs. Cross-functional collaboration and the ability to adapt analytical support across the supply chain are key components of the role.

Detailed Responsibilities

Analyze Supply Chain Metrics and Develop Initiatives to Drive Improvement

• Enable data-driven decision making by reporting on core KPIs and performing ad-hoc analyses


• Examples of past projects include: analyzing market trends to inform expected pricing increases for budgeting

Category Strategy & Analysis:

• Conduct thorough market research to understand trends and opportunities.


• Analyze vendor proposals and bids to determine the best sourcing options.


• Present data-driven recommendations for category strategies and contract negotiations.


• Monitor supplier spend and volume allocation to ensure budget is met and demand does not exceed vendor capacities


• Identify total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction opportunities across rate, demand and process levers


• Support RFPs for vendors, ensuring compliance with company policies.


• Evaluate RFP responses, focusing on pricing, vendor capabilities, and contract terms.


• Collaborate with the Category Managers on final supplier selection and contract finalization.


• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.


• Identify opportunities for cost reductions and negotiate favorable contract terms.


• Maintain up-to-date records of contract agreements, expirations, and renewals.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work with internal teams such as Operations, Procurement, and Culinary to ensure various processes run smoothly and efficiently


• Provide analysis and recommendations to improve cost efficiencies and vendor reliability.


• Serve as the liaison between vendors and internal teams for contract and performance-related matters.

This position requires 10% travel.

Qualifications

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.

• 2+ years of experience in market research, strategic sourcing, or procurement, preferably within packaging or supply chain.


• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.


• Able to manage many inputs and prioritize effectively for vendor management.


• Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field.

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Perks and Benefits

• Candidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!


• Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available


• Paid holidays, sick time and vacation time


• 401k program


• Flexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses

How We Work Together

We are humble team players.
We are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.

We are pragmatic next-level thinkers.
We come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.

We take ownership.
We approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.

We all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.

We welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.

Home Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at [e-mail] .

Home Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. In addition to base salary, Home Chef provides a comprehensive benefits package, including healthcare coverage, 401k match, and paid time off.