Great Lakes Cheese · 3 hours ago
Analyst, Procurement
Hiram, OH
Full-time
Onsite
New Grad, Entry Level
0+ years expGreat Lakes Cheese is seeking an Analyst, Procurement to support strategic sourcing and purchasing. This role involves assisting with inventory management, creating purchase orders, and working towards operational excellence while supporting continuous improvement initiatives and cost control.
E-CommerceFood and BeverageManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Collect and input purchase orders to maintain optimum inventory levels and meet supplier lead times
Analyze inventory levels and product demand to ensure product availability and inventory at optimum age and quality
Support ERP procurement workflows, ensuring accuracy and consistency of procurement master data (vendor info, lead times, pricing, etc.)
Compile material price lists and document/communicate adjustments
Review Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to measure, control and benchmark procurement processes including cost tracking and PPV analysis
Support the improvement of PO cycle time and purchasing efficiency through workflow optimization
Assist with different types of materials for items used in GLC operations
Assist in managing supplier risk mitigation plans and business continuity strategies
Monitor supplier risk and assist in developing contingency plans to protect operations
Support the optimization of procurement strategies by managing inventory levels, payment terms, and supplier performance
Proactively monitor on-time performance, inventory, and quality with vendors
Maintain the supplier scorecards
Support vendors, sales operations, supply chain, and operations to ensure timely delivery of quality products and provide efficient communication to support production needs
Prepare and submit intercompany stock transfer orders (STOs)
Assist with the development & implementation of process changes and improvements within the department
Contribute to cross-functional projects that accelerate time-to-market or reduce cost
Take comprehensive meeting notes and ensure follow-through on action items
Participate in cross-functional meetings on behalf of the department
All GLC employees are expected to perform any assignment or job task according to the stated safety policies and procedures
All GLC employees are expected to produce our products in a manner that exceeds the quality and value expectation of our customers and consumers by adhering to Good Manufacturing Practices, Policies and Procedures outlined in our Safe Quality Food Program
Other responsibilities as assigned by the manager
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field
Skilled in Microsoft Excel and MS Office Suite
Self-starter with a continuous improvement mindset
Team-oriented approach and collaborative spirit
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship
Preferred
0-2 years of procurement experience
SAP or other ERP system experience
Strong organizational, analytical, and mathematical skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Project management capabilities
Company
Great Lakes Cheese
Great Lakes Cheese is an award-winning, premier manufacturer and packager of natural and processed bulk, shredded, and sliced cheeses.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dan Zagzebski
President and CEO
Matthew Wilkinson
Vice President, Technology (CIO/CTO) & Business Development
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