Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Process Improvement)

Our client is seeking a Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Process Improvement) to join their team. As a Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Process Improvement), you will be part of the Procurement organization supporting category sourcing and process improvement efforts. The ideal candidate will have strong analytical thinking, a practical sourcing mindset, and the drive to turn data into actionable savings and better supplier outcomes.

Job Title: Senior Analyst, Sourcing Category Management (Process Improvement)

Location: Remote (Supporting EST Hours)

Pay Range: $55-60/hr

What's the Job?

• Support day-to-day execution of sourcing strategies for assigned categories, focusing on reducing organizational spend while strengthening relationships with business stakeholders and suppliers.

• Develop award optimization scenarios to minimize total cost of ownership and improve sourcing outcomes.

• Perform sourcing analysis including opportunity assessments, benchmarking, and should-cost modeling to identify and prioritize sourcing opportunities.

• Support contract management activities by working with the contract management team on administration of contract data, addendums, item master sheets, and supplier documentation.

• Partner on benefit tracking by helping develop mechanisms to report and communicate savings achieved, including post-implementation variance analysis.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Operations, Finance, CPG, or similar.

• 3 - 5 years of experience in sourcing/procurement activities, with strong sourcing process knowledge.

• Experience developing Templates, Playbooks, Job Aids, and Training materials for stakeholders.

• Strong understanding of contract review, redlining, and negotiation alternatives.

• Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methodology is a plus.

• Experience supporting RFPs, reviewing contracts, and handling supplier-related documentation and processes.

• Proven ability to conduct spend analysis and total ownership cost analysis, including identifying internal costs tied to supplier price, delivery, operations, and quality.

• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Vizio) and the ability to synthesize analysis into clear oral and written communications.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to drive process improvement through tactical execution, analysis, and stakeholder support.

• Work closely with category managers, supplier relationship management teams, and KPI/Benefits partners to translate insights into measurable savings.

• Contribute to supplier performance support through scorecards, assessments, and continuous improvement targets.

• Build confidence by supporting RFP development, contract administration, and negotiation planning materials.

• Join a role that values respect, honesty, integrity, diversity, inclusion, and safety while supporting meaningful outcomes.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

• Dental Plan

• Vision Plan

• Health Savings Account

• Health Flexible Spending Account

• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

• Supplemental Life Insurance

• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance

• Business Travel Insurance

• 401(k), Plus Match

• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells.

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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