Category Analyst (Full-time/1st Shift) Watertown, WI

Wis-Pak, Inc.
paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Watertown
860 West St (Show on map)
Sep 13, 2024
Job Brief Responsible for assessing supplier key performance indicators, proactively identifying trends in performance, and communicating such performance to the category team ABOUT US We are Wis-Pak, a leading manufacturer and distributor of popular beverages such as Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Lipton Iced Tea, Aquafina water, Vita Ice, Klarbrunn sparkling water, and Bubbl'r. You've probably seen and bought our products at your local stores or restaurants. We are a billion-dollar manufacturing and distribution organization offering ample opportunities to drive change, innovate processes, and help shape our company's future direction. We are looking for difference makers in all areas of our business to join us on our growth journey. WHAT WE OFFER Health insurance (medical, dental, vision) Employee product discount PTO & paid holidays 401(k) with company match Profit-sharing Education reimbursement & professional development Employee assistance program A safe, respectful, and inclusive work culture ABOUT THE JOB Responsible for providing analysis of key procurement data, including bid analysis, spend and volume analysis, and compiling supplier scorecard data Schedule and lead quarterly supplier scorecard reviews Responsible for verifying graphics and specifications are accurate for proposed products as well as confirming supply is proposed from approved supplier sites Upload and maintain accurate pricing information in JDE for all raw materials Correct purchase order pricing as rate mismatches occur for the facility releases to suppliers Initiate raw material item request for the organization and ensure that all data needed is provided upon the start of the raw material item creation process Create reports as needed for the Category Manager and work closely with cross functional teams and supplier partners Become a subject matter expert for Procurement regarding the vendor address book process, including answering questions and resolving issues Act as the primary team member for new product requests or inquiries from other Wis-Pak team members Creation, and modification as needed, of standard operating procedures DISCLAIMER The information listed above is not intended to be an all-inclusive job description. A full list of duties and responsibilities for this position is available upon request. ABOUT YOU The ideal candidate will have a bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, finance, mathematics, or other quantitative discipline with 1 to 2 years of experience in sourcing, contracts, category management, financial and data analysis, or equivalent. Will be proficient in the Microsoft Office suite. Previous experience with JD Edwards ERP and Power BI in the manufacturing industry is preferred. Must have the ability to travel up to 10% of the time. Wis-Pak is an equal opportunity employer that complies with EEOC rules and regulations. We use E-Verify to confirm the identity and employment eligibility of all new hires.