Procurement Analyst

About the role

At Saputo, we bring good to the table by making high-quality products, investing in our people, and supporting communities around the world. As a top 10 global dairy processor, we value contributions that matter and strive to foster an inclusive, growth-driven work environment. Ready to bring your best?

This position will directly support the Direct Procurement team, providing analytical and tactical support with primary responsibility for pricing execution, SAP data accuracy, and related procurement processes. This role will be key to the accuracy and success of Procurement pricing and data, with day-to-day responsibility for key pricing and master data activities within SAP.

This Analyst will work cross-functionally and support efforts to optimize systems, policies, and procedures that support the Procurement process. As a member of the Procurement team, the Analyst will collaborate with Procurement Category Managers, third-party partners, Accounts Payable, and Master Data Management to drive performance within the Procurement community.

How you will make contributions that matter

• This role will be responsible for the day-to-day support and maintenance of SAP pricing, including pricing updates, pricing conditions and contracts, and related system activities.
• Maintain and validate supplier pricing files, ensuring changes are accurate, complete, appropriately documented, and updated in SAP in a timely manner.
• Research and resolve pricing exceptions and discrepancies, working cross-functionally to solve issues and support users.
• Help resolve and proactively prevent invoice/PO discrepancies utilizing SAP and VIM.
• Maintain Procurement master data and coordinate required changes for the Procurement team.
• Support new material/item and supplier setup activities, including requesting supplier documentation as needed.
• Assist with development and publication of Excel-based analyses, reports, dashboards, and KPIs.
• Provide ad-hoc analytical support, including spend analysis, cost comparisons, pricing trends, supplier data, and volume analysis.
• Support Procurement Managers with data preparation and analysis for supplier negotiations, RFPs, cost-saving initiatives, and supplier performance reviews.
• Partner with Procurement team members to identify opportunities where Microsoft Copilot, AI-enabled tools, and automation can reduce manual work, improve accuracy, and increase efficiency.
• Assist with development and publication of standard operating procedures (SOPs) and/or work instructions.
• Provide additional analytical support as required.

You are best suited for the role if you

• Have 1-3 years of Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Business Analytics, or related experience.
• Have a BA, BS, or equivalent degree in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field.
• Possess advanced Microsoft Excel skills, with experience analyzing and managing large datasets using tools such as PivotTables, XLOOKUP, formulas, and data validation.
• Have experience with Power BI or other reporting/data visualization tools, although not required.
• Have experience with SAP or another ERP system, although not required.
• Have experience with AI-enabled tools such as Microsoft Copilot, automation, data analytics technologies, or demonstrate a strong interest in developing these capabilities.

Ideal employees would have these specific skills and traits

• Technical - High level of comfort working with spreadsheets, data, and software systems.
• Detail Oriented - Strong attention to detail, with the ability to quickly identify issues, resolve discrepancies, and ensure a high level of accuracy.
• Analytical - Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing organizational and operational needs.
• Ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong Interpersonal Skills - Ability to communicate well up and down the organization, manage conflict, and communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Continuous Improvement - Ability to identify opportunities to improve processes through technology, automation, and more efficient ways of working.

We support and care for our employees by providing them with…

• Development opportunities that enhance your career fulfillment
• Meaningful compensation & benefits that help you care for your family
• Opportunities to contribute to your community and enhance the lives of others through Saputo products

Salary Range: $61,820 $ 81,140

Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

In the USA, Saputo ranks among the top three cheese producers and is one of the top producers of extended shelf-life and cultured dairy products, with a portfolio of well-loved brands such as Stella, Frigo Cheese, Montchevre, Stella, and Treasure Cave. We also boast a strong foodservice presence, partnering with reputable chain restaurants and broadline distributors.

Whether your expertise lies in manufacturing, operations, supply chain, sales, quality assurance, or in any other function, your role is integral to our success. You will make contributions that matter, all while working alongside colleagues who genuinely care about your success and who will roll up their sleeves to help.

Accessibility

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