Senior Analyst, Indirect Procurement

Chipotle•Newport, RI

4d•$85,000 - $122,500

About The Position

As the Senior Analyst, Indirect Procurement, you will serve as the liaison between internal customers and vendors. Lead various procurement projects that include areas of purchasing, contracting, sourcing, and supply management. Manage the procurement of Store Equipment (Grill, Fryer, Serve Line, etc) within indirect procurement, making sure vendors are meeting Chipotle's product standards, delivery schedules and other service level requirements.

Requirements

3–5 years of strategic sourcing/procurement experience
Strong Excel/Microsoft 365 skills with ability to perform data and financial analysis
Solid understanding of procurement processes (spend analysis, RFI/RFP, negotiations, contracting)
Contribute to and execute sourcing strategies across assigned categories
Partner cross-functionally to drive cost, quality, and supply outcomes
Lead/support vendor negotiations and manage supplier relationships (risk, compliance, performance)
Track savings/value delivered and report on performance metrics

Nice To Haves

bachelor’s degree preferred

Responsibilities

Monitor supplier performances, make recommendations, and influence stakeholders for additions/deletions from supplier pool as appropriate.
Provide suppliers with feedback and help to identify continuous improvement projects.
Perform tactical and strategic functions related to daily procurement function which may include, but is not limited to, cost analysis, cost negotiation, contract management, redlining contracts, develop scope of work, leading and supporting RFP/RFI.
With Manager, develop and implement strategy for effective contract and supply negotiations to ensure lowest total ownership cost at right quality.
For assigned projects: participate, and lead in planning meetings and product evaluations with all stakeholders and recommend potential changes.
Perform category analysis, assisting in development of strategies, presenting to stakeholders, and implementing strategy to minimize supply chain risk.
Gain and demonstrate knowledge on underlying supply markets and understand pricing impacts.
Identify and put in place appropriate SRM (Supplier Relationship Management) interventions including supplier management activities around supplier reviews, service level agreements and ensure the contracts continues to be robust and meet Chipotle’s needs.
Keep a watchful eye on underlying supply markets, environment and the changing needs of the business and identify when action is needed in response to any change or cost impact in their category.
With Manager, maintain internal and external stakeholder relationships, and be accountable for resulting business performance.
Analyze assigned category to find potential cost-saving opportunities and perform cost analysis exercises without compromising supply assurance or quality.
Actively monitor and maintain supplier price tracker and supplier document compliance.
Prepare for and actively participate in supplier, team, and cross-functional meetings.