Sr Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Republic Services•Tacoma, WA

About The Position

POSITION SUMMARY: The Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst is responsible for identifying and implementing third party waste disposal and recycling solutions that align with Area operations, inventory control, and P&L goals. The incumbent reviews inbound waste profiles and related documents to provide customers with safe and compliant environmental solutions while minimizing operational costs and driving income. The Senior Strategic Sourcing Analyst also provides bid and pricing support, third party waste shipment analysis, and specific market information on vendors. PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES Documents and reviews third party waste profiles for completeness to ensure environmental compliance, health and safety. Drafts and submits waste profiles to approved vendors for review and approval. Identifies potential waste stream problems and suggests alternative treatment and/or recycling options for customers. Analyzes and recommends the use of alternative sources or materials to reduce costs. Assists customers and operations in gathering all required information for third party waste approvals in a timely manner. Recertifies waste streams at various third party locations. Vets waste profiles through all Republic Services and/or its affiliates technologies prior to suggesting third party processing. Supports Sales with third party pricing for bid opportunities and other customer requests. Assists Revenue Management with 3P vendor price book maintenance. Performs market and industry trend analysis, evaluates supply sources, and assists stakeholders in identifying solutions to their needs. Reviews vendor pricing and suggests vendor cost concessions when appropriate. Analyzes and evaluates hazardous waste suppliers. Prepares related reports and provides analysis to senior leadership and internal stakeholders as appropriate. Develops effective management presentation materials based on findings, including professional display of information. Communicates regularly with internal stakeholders to maintain knowledge of the stakeholder’s business and opportunities and anticipate their needs/requests. Leads multiple projects simultaneously, including process planning and supplier quality improvement efforts. Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Requirements

Expert knowledge of RCRA, DOT, TSCA and state regulations.
Knowledge of waste characterization principles and practices including analysis and evaluation, and waste processing protocols.
Advanced knowledge of MS Office Suite.
Ability to analyze waste volumes and vendor spend information to suggest cost savings.
Ability to effectively communicate, both written and verbally, with customers and stakeholders.
Ability to effectively manage multiple projects or tasks with varying and sometimes competing timelines.
Advanced analytical and decision-making abilities.
Experience working at a RCRA Part B permitted TSDF
Experience negotiating pricing and customer terms.
4 - 7 years of overall relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

Documents and reviews third party waste profiles for completeness to ensure environmental compliance, health and safety.
Drafts and submits waste profiles to approved vendors for review and approval.
Identifies potential waste stream problems and suggests alternative treatment and/or recycling options for customers.
Analyzes and recommends the use of alternative sources or materials to reduce costs.
Assists customers and operations in gathering all required information for third party waste approvals in a timely manner.
Recertifies waste streams at various third party locations.
Vets waste profiles through all Republic Services and/or its affiliates technologies prior to suggesting third party processing.
Supports Sales with third party pricing for bid opportunities and other customer requests.
Assists Revenue Management with 3P vendor price book maintenance.
Performs market and industry trend analysis, evaluates supply sources, and assists stakeholders in identifying solutions to their needs.
Reviews vendor pricing and suggests vendor cost concessions when appropriate.
Analyzes and evaluates hazardous waste suppliers.
Prepares related reports and provides analysis to senior leadership and internal stakeholders as appropriate.
Develops effective management presentation materials based on findings, including professional display of information.
Communicates regularly with internal stakeholders to maintain knowledge of the stakeholder’s business and opportunities and anticipate their needs/requests.
Leads multiple projects simultaneously, including process planning and supplier quality improvement efforts.
Performs other job-related duties as assigned or apparent.

Benefits

Rewarding Compensation and Benefits
Eligible employees can elect to participate in:
• Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage.
• Health care and dependent care spending accounts.
• Short- and long-term disability.
• Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee discount programs.
• 401(k) plan with a generous company match.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Benefits https://jobs.republicservices.com/us/en/about-us/benefits
• Washington PTO: https://www.republicservices.com/sites/default/files/legacy_documents/Washington-PTO-Table.pdf
The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.