Procurement Analyst

Company: Disability Solutions
Location: Torrance
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

Performs data analysis for the Procurement Team to assist with making decisions based on data created and evaluated by the analyst. Acts as a liaison between Finance and other internal departments to provide data on Procurement department performance and the teams contribution to Pelican's success. Creates monthly reporting (QBR and MPI) and maintains, reports and identifies actions from KPI dashboards & PPV reporting. Creates and manages commodity market intelligence (i.e. resin, corrugate, freight, etc). All activities scale the global organization and include all Pelican locations. PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES:

• Leads the planning, execution, and monitoring of the global spend analytics program, ensuring alignment with strategic suppliers, objectives and timelines.
• Facilitates collaboration between various departments and business units involved in Spend Analytics data
• Identifies potential risks and dependencies associated with market conditions
• Performs cost analysis and benchmarking to identify areas for cost savings and efficiency gains
• Researches and analyzes data and other category-related information to identify trends, category performance, competitive threats, and opportunities to support procurement goals and business decisions
• Prepares Cost-Benefit Analysis reports, monthly Supply Cost Reports, and updates the Procurement Dashboard to provide status updates to Executive Leadership
• Identifies gaps in master data and drives corrective actions / transactional processes to improve data integrity
• Develops additional KPI's to measure our suppliers as well as the Procurement department
• Manages data integrity for purchased parts in the material master for import or export information
• Manages the costs roll-ups to Finance on a quarterly basis to ensure Master Data is correct and costing is correct in our MRP System (SAP)
• Creates and analyzes documented comparative costs submitted by suppliers in the RFQ process
• Manages the Supplier Portal to encourage use by Suppliers and develops more uses for the Procurement Team and Suppliers via the portal
• Partners with New Product Development (NPD) teams to analyze Make vs Buy scenarios
• Compile and understand previous spend data to define which incumbent suppliers are the best options for NPD projects
• Supports RFP analysis as needed for Buyers and NPD teams
• Oversees the Excess Inventory Report and determines best strategy to eliminate excess and obsolete inventory
• Supports yearly Planning and Budgeting process as well as Ops Conference reporting
• Follows, maintains and enforces ISO standards and all compliance requirements
• Analyzes vendor ratings based on Quality, Service, and Delivery
• Follows company policies and practices as outlined in the Employee Handbook and/or applicable employment agreement. Follows safety guidelines and procedures in accordance to the job
• Perform additional duties as assigned JOB REQUIREMENTS:
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance and/or 3+ years equivalent experience as a Procurement/Purchasing Analyst
  • In-depth knowledge of purchasing procedures/practices in a manufacturing environment
  • Advanced Knowledge of MRP Systems and related reporting systems (Preferably SAP)
  • Must be eligible to receive information controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI)
  • Advanced analytical and reporting skills
  • Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Must have Excellent Microsoft excel skills PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
    • 3-5 years of international purchasing analyst experience
    • Advanced SAP Experience a plus ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
      • Actively supports and complies with Pelican's objectives, guidelines and commitment to Quality and Safety, with an emphasis on continuous improvement
      • Must be able to interact effectively and cooperatively with employees at all levels
      • Must have the ability to complete assignments within the timeframe specified by the Manager
      • Must be flexible regarding working hours and overtime
      • Must be able to operate in a fast-paced environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously
      • Must be able to travel as necessary (limited travel role) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:
        • While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be constantly required to execute standard physical activities within the facility areas (i.e. stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers).
        • This position requires repetitive hand/wrist activities The approximate base compensation range is shown below. The actual offer may vary based on skills, experience and location. Pelican Products, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Other details
          • Job Family Procurement
          • Job Function Professional
          • Pay Type Salary
          • Min Hiring Rate $75,000.00
          • Max Hiring Rate $90,000.00

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