Strategic Sourcing Analyst
Casey's General Store
- Ankeny, IA
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Collect and analyze historical and forecasted spend data to contribute insights and identify sourcing opportunities.
- Look for trends within category, assesses vendor capabilities, develop alternate sources, and evaluate vendor performance and develop sourcing strategies and tactics.
- Perform market research to identify best-in-class vendors that could fulfill our material and service needs.
- Prepare and manage Request for Quote/Proposal/Information (RFX) process to obtain vendor quotes and proposals to objectively vet leading candidates capable of offering a best-value solution.
- Support cross function teams with the development and execution of RFx events in Coupa.
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders in supporting their sourcing needs and provide necessary guidance with regards to procurement processes.
- Prepare and maintain accurate internal reports on key performance indicators and sourcing performance metrics.
- Manage internal contract and risk matrix tracking and retention program and identify gaps and areas of risk.
- A transformative culture putting service first and taking pride in caring for our guests, our communities, and each other.
- Opportunities to use cutting edge technologies and enterprise-wide collaboration to enable our strategy and drive world class service.
- The right balance between work and life, to do your best work and enjoy those important personal moments. Ask about our options for workplace flexibility that may be available.
- We're here for families! Great benefits including choices in medical plans, dental, vision, life insurance, employee stock purchase program, charitable giving programs, parental leave, AND an onsite Child Development Center.
- Competitive pay, 401k company match up to 6%, vacation & sick time, paid holidays, volunteer time, and an onsite cafeteria.
- Dress for your day dress code, jeans are welcomed!
- The opportunity to work for a big company that has not lost our small company feel. Our senior leadership team is engaged, involved and accessible!
- What are you waiting for? Come be a part of a company that is growing, transforming and is here for good!
- Bachelor’s Degree in operations/supply chain management/business, or equivalent relevant work-related experience required.
- At least two years of experience in sourcing and procurement for direct/indirect categories, with a preference for experience in the convenience store, restaurant and/or distribution industries.
- Ability to maintain strong relationships across various functions, demonstrating the value-add of leveraging cross-functional expertise and support for adoption.
- Mathematical/statistical abilities for cost optimization of the supplier portfolio while balancing trade-offs.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with proficiency in data analysis tools
- Ability to use e-sourcing and contract management tools for effective implementation of sourcing process for categories within scope.
- Proficient using PC-based applications (such as Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word and/or Access).
- Any relevant certifications in the area of procurement and supply chain (CPIM / CSCP / CPSM / CIPS) are a plus.