Analyst, Global Procurement - Retail Stores

Position Overview:

The Analyst, Global Procurement – Retail Stores plays a pivotal role in facilitating efficient procurement operations while also providing valuable insights through data analysis and creating impactful executive presentations. This multifaceted position involves coordinating procurement activities, analyzing procurement data, onboarding new suppliers, and crafting executive-level presentations to communicate key insights and strategies to senior leadership.

Key Accountabilities:

Executive Presentation and Communications

• Manage the design, development, delivery, and key communications for Stores Procurement & Brand Experience presentations, including documents and reports such as executive presentations and visual communications.
• Develop visually engaging and informative presentations that effectively communicate key procurement insights, strategies, and achievements.
• Manage documentation and distribution of executive feedback on presentation content, including resolution strategy amongst relevant teams.

Analytics and Reporting

• Conduct spend analytics and utilize analytical expertise to deliver a comprehensive total cost of ownership.
• Prepare regular reports and dashboards to track procurement performance metrics, such as cost savings, supplier performance, and compliance levels.
• Continuously evaluate and improve procurement processes through data-driven insights and recommendations.

Supplier Onboarding and Contract Management 

• Support the onboarding process for new suppliers across different Procure to Pay platforms, such as Coupa and Unifier.
• Craft and manage contractual agreements in partnership with business and legal teams, including Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs) and Master Service Agreements (MSAs).
• These agreements will be meticulously structured to encompass all business necessities, statements of work, and performance criteria.
• Communicate effectively with suppliers to provide guidance on procurement procedures and requirements.

Value Added Service

• Identify continuous improvement initiatives. Keep abreast of business conditions, commodity price trends, currency movement and leading economic indicators that may affect category pricing.
• Support the supplier quarterly business review process.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Procurement or Supply Management 
• 2-5 years+ of strong category and general procurement experience
• Excellent math and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with suppliers and strong relationship management experience
• Knowledge of contract fundamentals
• Proficient in Microsoft and knowledge of Procurement tools
• Ability to interact with all levels of Management

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters Degree,  CPM or similar certification
• Consulting or private equity background a plus

The hiring range for this position ranges from $67,405 - $91,195. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates’ relevant skills and experience.