Analyst II, Global Procurement Solutions

Abouttheposition

We have an excellent opportunity available for an experiencedBuyerto make a difference at Kraft Heinz. TheDirect Raw material buyerslieswithin theNAprocurement.You’llbe working in a high performing team, alongside peers always trying to reach the next level. Get ready for a lot of exposure to internal senior stakeholders. Thedevelopment and implementation of procurement strategies to ensure supply at the best costwill be your primary responsibility.You’reconstantly looking for improvement activities withinprocurement. 

In brief, youare responsible for:

• Strategicsourcing-Develop,implement, andoverseeprocurementstrategiesforrawmaterialstoensurecost-effective, high-quality, and reliablesupplysourcesinalignmentwiththecompany’sgoals.

  
  

• Supplier Management-Build, manage, andmaintainstrongrelationshipswithkeysuppliers. Leadnegotiationson pricing,contracts, andserviceagreementstoensurefavorableterms.

  
  

• Market Analysis - Continuouslymonitor andanalyzemarkettrends, pricing, andsupplychaindynamics.Providemarketintelligenceandinsightstoguideprocurementdecisionsandmitigaterisks.

  
  

• CostOptimization - Identifyandimplementcostreductioninitiativeswithoutcompromisingonqualityorsupplierperformance.AchieveprocurementKPIsrelatedtosavings,deliveryperformance, andquality.

  
  

• Supply ChainCollaboration-Workcloselywithsupplychain,logistics, andproductionteamstoforecastdemandandensuretimelydeliveryofrawmaterialstomeetproductionschedules.

  
  

• Risk Management - Developandimplementriskmitigationstrategiestoaddresssupplychaindisruptions,pricevolatility, andseasonalvariationsinsupply.

  
  

• SustainabilityInitiatives - AlignprocurementstrategieswithKraftHeinz'ssustainabilitygoals.

  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management,Engineering,Management.

  
  

• Aminimumof5yearsofexperienceinprocurementorsourcing

  
  

• Excellentanalyticalskillswiththeabilitytoanalyzecomplexdataandmakeinformeddecisions.

  
  

• Fluencyin English 

  
  

• Proficiencyin Microsoft Office Suite,procumbentsystems(SAP) andanalytical tools.KnowledgeofSAPisa plus. 

  
  

Soft Skills

• Communicationskills–Abilitytocommunicateclearlyandpersuasivelywithbothinternal and externalstakeholdersisessential. Peopleareeasilybeexposedtoseniormanagement,nomattertheirlevel. Clearcommunicationfosterscollaborationandensuresthatstakeholdersarealignedwithsourcingstrategies.  

  
  

• Problemsolvingand AnalyticalThinking - Buyersneedtoanticipateandsolveproblemsquickly,whetheritsdealingwithsupplychaindisruptions,qualityissuesorcostoverruns. 

  
  

• Adaptabilityandflexibility–theprocurementlandscapecanchangerapidlyduetomarketfluctuations, supplierissues,orevolvingbusinessneeds. A Buyermustbeadaptableand flexible inadjustingstrategiesandrespondingtounexpectedchallenges,ensuring supply continuitywhilemaintainingcostandqualityobjectives. 

  
  

Professional Attributes

• Curiosity,positivity&passion-You’recurious, positive andenthusiastic. Peopleknowyouasthedriveroftheteam.

  
  

• Confident/ Abilitytogivepushback-Welikepeoplewhoaregogettersandarenoteasilythrownofftheirgame, notevenwhengettingresistance.

  
  

• Analytical-We’reaverydatadrivencompany,makingitcrucialtobeabletotranslatecomplexdataintoa simplesolutionwithananalyticalapproach.

  
  

• Resultdriven-Youdon’tonlyfocusonyourownresults, butalwaysdowhat’sbestforthecompany.

  
  

• Highpressure-Youdon’tgeteasilystressedbypressure, ontheopposite, a fastpacedanddynamicenvironmentiswhatkeepsyouenergized.

  
  

Whatweofferyou

• An ambitiousemployer:we only want the best for you.

  
  

• A fast career track like onlyfewother companies can match.

  
  

• A competitive salary and excellent bonus structure (above market); at Kraft Heinzwe stronglybelieveand livebyownership andmeritocracy.

  
  

• Last andnotleast;therearealways room for new insights: If you have an idea, please let us know, and we can set itinaction!

  
  

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Aboutus

Kraft Heinz is a global food company with a delicious heritage. With iconic and emerging food and beverage brands around the world, we deliver the best taste, fun and quality to every meal table we touch.We’reon a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry.A consumerobsession and unexpected partnerships fuel our progress as we drive innovation across every part of our company.

Around the world, our people are connected by a culture of ownership,agilityand endless curiosity. We also believe in being goodhumans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet.We’reproud of wherewe’vebeen – and even more thrilled about wherewe’reheaded – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.

Whyus

We grow our people to grow our business. We champion great people who bring ambition, curiosity, and high performance to the table as the guardians of our beloved and nostalgic brands. Goodisn'tgood enough. We choose greatness every day by challenging the ordinary and making bold decisions. All while celebrating our wins - and our failures – as we work together to lead the future of food.

Challenging the status quo takes talent. We invest in your purpose and potential by developing skills and nurturing strengths that leave a legacy on our business and a lasting impact on your career. Because great people make great companies, andwe’regrowing something great here atKraftHeinz.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.