Maker's Pride ยท 11 hours ago
Procurement Analyst - Ingredients
Downers Grove, IL
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry Level
$59K/yr - $88K/yr
1+ years expMaker's Pride is seeking a dynamic and analytical Procurement Analyst - Ingredients to join their procurement team. This role is pivotal in driving innovation, efficiency, and strategic value across sourcing and vendor management processes, leveraging AI and data analytics to optimize procurement operations and support sustainability initiatives.
Food and BeverageFood ProcessingPackaging Services
Responsibilities
Maintain and update procurement data in SAP, including vendor records, material master data, pricing, and tariff codes
Assist with resolving basic data discrepancies in SAP and ensuring system accuracy across procurement workflows
Support the vendor onboarding process by entering and verifying setup information in SAP
Help monitor commodity markets and gather insights to support sourcing decisions and risk mitigation
Participate in RFP data collection and assist with analysis using Excel and AI tools
Learn and apply emerging AI technologies to improve procurement processes and reporting efficiency
Contribute to sustainability efforts by helping track supplier environmental and social criteria
Assist in tracking and maintaining procurement metrics, including cost trends and supplier performance
Respond to data requests and complete updates accurately and on time to support business needs
Identify opportunities to improve procurement tools and workflows and share ideas with the team
Lead cross-functional procurement projects from initiation to completion, ensuring timely milestone delivery and effective stakeholder communication. Identify and evaluate potential suppliers for new product development
Tackle urgent procurement challenges while maintaining focus on high-impact, strategic initiatives
Develop root cause analysis and implement sustainable solutions when problem solving
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited university or equivalent combination of education and experience
1+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, finance/accounting, data analytics or another business-related field
Highly proficient in Microsoft Excel
Strong understanding of the VLOOKUP function and pivot tables
Demonstrated track record of managing multiple projects and driving them to completion to meet business objectives
Excellent communication and influencing skills, both verbal and written
An interest in incorporating AI into daily procurement responsibilities
Thrives to work within fast paced culture and operate with significant autonomy
Preferred
CPM or CPIM certification is a plus
Experience with procurement system, data visualization, or AI tools is a plus
Benefits
Health
Dental
401k
Wellness benefits
Company
Maker's Pride
Maker's Pride manufactures private-label food products and packaging for retail and foodservice brands.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageCompany data provided by crunchbase