Purchasing Analyst

Job Description
SUMMARY OF POSITION
The Analyst I position can be found in several divisions within the Company. These include but are not limited to:
accounting, finance, grower relations, production, systems, purchasing, reliability, etc.;
and independently performs departmental process analysis as needed within their assigned area and expertise.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The following duties are typical of those performed by this job;
Analysts I may not necessarily perform all the duties listed.
Data Analysis and Insights:
Utilize data analytics to identify trends, potential issues, and areas for improvement in purchasing and sourcing activities.
Generate clear and concise reports to support informed decision-making by management.
Track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of sourcing strategies and process improvement initiatives.
Strategic Collaboration:
Partner with internal stakeholders across production, supply chain, finance, and other departments to understand their needs and challenges.
Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring they meet performance standards and contribute to continuous improvement goals.
Facilitate cross-functional collaboration to gather input and build consensus on process improvement initiatives.
Document and analyze the impact of potential changes to business procedures and requirements.
Process Optimization:
Analyze current purchasing and sourcing processes to identify inefficiencies and opportunities for streamlining.
Develop and implement strategies to reduce costs, improve procurement cycle times, and enhance overall efficiency.
Leverage Lean methodologies and other continuous improvement tools to drive process excellence.
Project Management:
Lead process improvement projects from conception through successful implementation.
Develop clear project plans, set measurable milestones, and ensure timely project completion.
Effectively manage resources and communicate project status updates to stakeholders on a regular basis.
Team Leadership and Development:
Develop training materials and conduct training sessions on new processes and best practices for team members.
Provide guidance and support to technical or administrative staff.
Lead designated projects and assignments, fostering a collaborative team environment.
SKILL REQUIREMENTS
Language skills
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Ability to present new concepts and strategies to executive leadership and technical communities.
Mathematical skills
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data and make data-driven decisions.
Reasoning ability
Must be able to apply general requirements into action as it applies to the plant. Should be able to work in a team environment to accomplish goals and complete projects.
Excellent facilitation and consulting skills are necessary to successfully perform this job.
Computer skills
Knowledge in Company network drives, proficiency in using Microsoft office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint), Oracle, or Google products with adaptability to learn new applications.
QUALIFICATIONS EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Minimum:
1 to 2 years of experience in Procurement/Production Control
A Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, Computer Systems, and/or acceptable related field.
Preferred:
Food processing/manufacturing experience.
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Certification in Supply Chain Management (e.G., CPSM) or Process Improvement (e.G., Six Sigma Green Belt) is a plus.
KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS
Ensure analytical quality
People Hoshin goals for the organization
Personal activities on tasks delivery-FMDS boardsPertaining especially to project activity completion
Team and individual skill development plan progress
CAPABILITIES &
COMPETENCIES
Technical skills:
Demonstrated experience analyzing business processes with the ability to map them into solutions.
Able to execute implementation plans.
Creates solid cost/benefit analyses to evaluate ideas.
Understands technical skills necessary for all tasks.
Capability building:
Demonstrated project management experience leading cross departmental teams.
Mindsets and behaviors:
Comfortable working with diverse groups of people with competing needs.
Strong problem solving skills with the ability to analyze a situation consider all options and anticipate outcomes before providing recommendations.
Strong interpersonal skills that ensure positive, productive relationships are formed with clients and colleagues.
Demonstrated ability to provide high-quality customer service.
Performance management:
Links operational improvements to overall targets.
Knowledge of change management practices.
Executes tracking systems to monitor impact of specific initiatives, implements countermeasure plans.
PERCENT OF TIME COMMITMENT
30% – Using Analytical skills
30% – Standardizing and Improving processes
40% – Supporting/Implementing/Training
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORK ENVIRONMENT
The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts and condensed work areas. The employee is also exposed to dust particles.
The employee is occasionally exposed to extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The dust levels in the work environment are usually high. (Safety protection will be provided)
The employee may spend 50% or more of their work hours on the plant floor.