Supply Chain Analyst

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

Vendor RFP Management

• 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.

Contract Management & Vendor Performance

• 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

• 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.

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.

Be at Home at Home Chef

• 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.

• 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.

• Illinois Pay Range $65,000—$75,000 USD
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