Analyst IV Sourcing Fresh- Meat & Seafood

Ahold Delhaize•Pleasant Hill, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Responsible for partnering across all ADUSA Brands to evaluate appropriate avenues to achieve optimal value (cost + quality) for the category assortment. Responsible for delivering all corporate wide Fresh COGs and savings budget planning and execution. Ensures that cross brand Fresh Category teams are educated on market influences & aligned with end-to-end cost and supplier selection strategies. Responsible for driving connectivity across Fresh Category for all ADUSA brands, PDL, RBS, and internal & external partners (including suppliers, Supply Chain, Finance, Economists, Sustainability, etc.) to leverage size and scale and optimize performance & savings opportunities.

Requirements

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis until the end of their appointment
4+ years of experience in sourcing, negotiations, category management, vendor management, or related fields preferred
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and related work experience required; Master’s degree preferred
Strong understanding of industry trends, supplier landscape, sourcing strategies, and category management principles
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Teams
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills, including the ability to develop and deliver compelling business narratives to diverse audiences
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities
Demonstrated ability to facilitate meetings and presentations across multiple communication platforms, including Microsoft Teams, video conferencing, conference calls, and in-person settings with varying group sizes
Effective conflict resolution, stakeholder management, and relationship-building skills
Ability to analyze, interpret, and leverage syndicated and market data reporting (e.g., IRI, Nielsen, commodity and market trend reports) to support business decisions
Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership without direct authority
Strong organizational, project management, and change management capabilities within complex, fast-paced environments
Demonstrated financial acumen, including experience with P&L management and business performance analysis
Experience interpreting commodity markets and applying market insights to strategic decision-making

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Independently perform the following responsibilities for complex categories/events requiring advanced category understanding, independent decision making, & extensive planning & forethought.
Thought partner and/or lead across all brands on assortment, specs, supplier selection, packaging & supply chain implications, and Financials/Margin Management
Understand and interpret Commodity Market impacts & other market influences (i.e. tariffs, pandemics, etc.) and partner with the Commodity Strategists on relevant impacts to current contracts and/or upcoming events.
Maintain market surveillance and develop plans to maintain and/or gain competitive advantages thru appropriate timing for execution and/or support of Sourcing events.
Negotiate and/or advise on supplier costs, performance metrics, long-range plans and pursue supplier partnership opportunities
Negotiate business terms, new item cost negotiation, NFR coordination, Supply Chain interaction and/or logistical coordination
Plan & execute RFPs
Responsible for (1) providing all necessary input for the preparation of Fresh contracts (MSAs, PLMSAs, CRCs, Schedules, etc.) & (2) accountable for the final documentation review/approval
Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our Values.