Analyst, Direct Procurement

Saputo Inc. • Montreal, QC

30d

About The Position

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? Overview of the role Saputo is seeking an Analyst, Director Procurement for an existing opportunity within our organization. This will be a key member of the Procurement Team, the Procurement Analyst – Direct Procurement will be responsible for facilitating the strategic sourcing process for the ingredient & packaging category. The incumbent will have the following responsibilities: How you will make contributions that matter:

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Administration or Procurement related
• Experience: Minimum 5 years in Procurement in food manufacturing environment (preferred)
• Proficiency in PC and business software applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI)
• Ability and willingness to work independently and collaboratively
• Experience reviewing bids
• Strong research and data-driven analytical skills, with the ability to collect, organize, and analyze large sets of data efficiently and effectively.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to facilitate analytic discussion and review of data findings and recommendations for the project.

Responsibilities

• Assist and facilitate the internal process of ingredient & packaging approvals and code creation.
• Timely update the departmental contract tracking system and supplier price lists.
• Manage invoice discrepancies.
• Follow up with the plants for updated forecasts.
• Manage the supplier set-ups for new or existing suppliers.
• Assist with the supply disruptions at plant levels to avoid shutdowns.
• Collaborate with the supplier quality team, category leads, and manufacturing to reduce non-conformance incidents, resolve outstanding claims, and improve fulfillment rates.
• Assist in the financial analysis of RFPs, prepare weekly/monthly reports, and conduct forecast exercises for Procurement objectives.
• Create and improve KPI for new and current products to monitor their performance.
• Follow up on sample deliveries and ensure timely availability for plant trials.
• Reconciliate the quarterly/annually supplier rebates.
• Develop and apply best practice processes and policies across procurement, including spend analytics, savings and initiative tracking.

Benefits

• Generous and complete benefit coverage with group insurance
• Group retirement plan with employer contribution
• Telemedicine and assistance program for employees and their families
• Opportunity to contribute to a collective RRSP & TFSA
• Saputo Flex Program, flexible work environment (schedule/location/time off) according to department needs
• Organized activities for employees and their families
• Advantageous discounts on Saputo products
• Salary: $68 630$ à 90 080$ Salary offers will vary commensurate with experience, education, skills, and training.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees