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Niagara Bottling

Sr. Procurement Analyst

Niagara Bottling, Diamond Bar, California, United States, 91765


At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.Consider applying here, if you want to:Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.Develop lasting relationships with great people.Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.Sr. Procurement Analyst

The Sr. Procurement Analyst is responsible for supporting both tactical and strategic sourcing efforts pertaining to Flexible Packaging spend categories. In addition, this role will lead advanced quantitative analysis, as well as supplier performance and relationship management, identify opportunities to reduce Total Cost of Ownership, and drive forward-facing interactions with cross-functional teams and suppliers.Essential FunctionsAssist with raw material category managementManage RFP/RFQ process from creation to completion and provide supplier selection recommendationsAnalyze supplier assets, capabilities, and market conditions to effectively manage raw material costs and projectsIdentify opportunities to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)Assist in risk management to ensure raw material supply continuityResolve non-conforming raw material issuesDevelop and present category reports for managementProvide recommendations for process improvements and performance tracking metricsManage raw material qualification process with Packaging Development / QAWork cross-functionally within Niagara (with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, QA, and Replenishment) to accomplish departmental goals and gain support internallyDrive vendor discussions to achieve best results for Niagara including but not limited to:

New relationship formationSupplier onboardingExisting relationship managementNegotiation

This position requires travel up to 15%Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.QualificationsMinimum Qualifications:

4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment4 Years – Experience in Position4 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationPreferred Qualifications:

6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment6 Years – Experience working in Position6 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and educationCompetenciesQuantitative Analysis: skillful in using quantitative analysis to understand business issues.Negotiation Skill: skilled in negotiating tactics, effective in utilizing analysis and creative solutions to extract the greatest value for the company.Influence: can influence and persuade other people, even without direct authority.Political Skill: knows how to get things done within the political framework of an organization.Advanced knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel and Power PointThis position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:Lead Like an Owner

Makes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers

InnovACT

Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiency

Find a Way

Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blame

Empowered to be Great

Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectation

EducationMinimum Required:

Bachelor's Degree in

Business Administration

or other related field

Preferred:

Master's Degree in

Business Administration

or other related field

Typical Compensation RangePay Rate Type: Salary $95,301.00 - $138,186.00 / YearlyBenefitshttps://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefitsAny employment agency, person or entity that submits a résumé into this career site or to a hiring manager does so with the understanding that the applicant's résumé will become the property of Niagara Bottling, LLC. Niagara Bottling, LLC will have the right to hire that applicant at its discretion without any fee owed to the submitting employment agency, person or entity.Niagara Bottling, LLC

has been family owned and operated since 1963. Niagara is a leading bottled water manufacturer in the U.S., supplying major retailers across the nation. With incredible growth over the past several years, the career possibilities at Niagara are endless!Niagara’s culture is fast-paced, innovative and intensely collaborative. Our Team Members are passionate, driven and always find a way to get the job done. We work hard and play hard while staying true to our family atmosphere.From competitive benefits and retirement options to educational reimbursements, ongoing training courses and exciting career advancement opportunities, at Niagara we truly take care of our Team Members.We hope that you consider joining our Niagara family!Niagara Bottling LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, national origin, veteran status or disability in relation to our recruiting, hiring, and promoting practices.

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