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Niagara Bottling LLC Sr. Procurement Analyst in Diamond Bar, California
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
Sr. Procurement Analyst (Logistics) is responsible for supporting the Procurement Manager in management of the 3PL and/or Dry Bulk Trucking category for PET resin, with a primary responsibility to handle both strategic and operational activities associated within the procurement and operation life cycle of the spend categories.
Essential Functions
Assist in/Lead development of Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Requests for Quotes (RFQ), vet new providers, conduct forecast and bid analysis, manage contract, assess results, document recommendations and assist in communication of results to vendors and internal stakeholders
Manage inventory reporting, lot receiving, inventory utilization and inventory accuracy process improvement
Prepare weekly forecasting to 3PL warehouses
Work cross-functionally within Niagara (with Logistics Procurement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Legal, Finance, QA, and Engineering) to accomplish departmental goals and gain support internally
Partner with Account Payable to review and approve invoices
Seek, support and implement projects and cost reduction opportunities
Oversee project and program implementation activities, assess and mitigate potential risks, evaluate project successes and failures and drive process changes to improve future projects
Assist in the development and management of departmental budgets and work with Finance team to analyze trends and monitor and address any variances on delivered pricing
Research, track and communicate industry trends, best practices, applicable indices, and competitive offerings to identify opportunities for innovation, competitive advantage and increased profitability
Seek, support and implement internal and external process improvement opportunities
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.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
4 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing/Transportation/Supply Chain/Logistics environment
4 Years – Experience in Position
4 Years – Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Preferred Qualifications:
6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing/Transportation/Supply Chain/Logistics environment
6 Years – Experience working in Position
6 Years – Experience managing people/projects
*experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Competencies
Quantitative 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.
Recognition of Opportunity: recognizes new opportunities and acts to take advantage of them.
Decisiveness: able to make data-driven decisions even in ambiguous situations and without full information.
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 and be an effective communicator to various audiences.
Self-Motivation/Time Management: able to determine and prioritize tasks with minimal direction; comfortable with deadline driven and fast paced projects
Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel, Tableau and Power Point
This 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 priority
Keeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediately
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
InnovACT
Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
Increases performance through greater efficiency
Find a Way
Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
Empowered to be Great
Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
Communicates clearly and promptly up, down, and across
Communicates effectively to manage expectation
Education
Minimum Required:
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or other related field
Preferred:
Master's Degree in Business Administration or other related field
Certification/License:
Required: N/A
Preferred: N/A
Foreign Language
Required: None Required
Preferred: None Required
Typical Compensation Range
Pay Rate Type: Salary
$100,464.14 - $145,673.02 / Yearly
Benefits
Our Total Rewards package is thoughtfully designed to support both you and your family:
Regular full-time team members are offered a comprehensive benefits package, while part-time, intern, and seasonal team members are offered a limited benefits package.
Paid Time Off for holidays, sick time, and vacation time
Paid parental and caregiver leaves
Medical, including virtual care options
Dental
Vision
401(k) with company match
Health Savings Account with company match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Expanded mental wellbeing benefits including free counseling sessions for all team members and household family members
Family Building Benefits including enhanced fertility benefits for IVF and fertility preservation plus adoption, surrogacy, and Doula reimbursements
Income protection including Life and AD&D, short and long-term disability, critical illness and an accident plan
Special discount programs including pet plans, pre-paid legal services, identity theft, car rental, airport parking, etc.
Tuition reimbursement, college savings plan and scholarship opportunities
And more!
https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits
Los Angeles County applicants only* Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.
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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.