All posting locations: Chicago, Illinois, United States of America
Job Function: 02 - Procurement
Date Published: 12-Mar-2024
Ref #: R-80304
Description & Requirements
Job Purpose
Sr. Analyst, Indirect Procurement IT will be responsible for implementing strategic plans and tactical sourcing activities for Procurement technology categories across IT services, software, hardware, cloud, telecom, and Digital with spend exceeding $750 million across the Kraft Heinz Company global enterprise and 1,000+ suppliers. This role will drive balanced strategies that actively seek to reduce and/or control costs for IT and Digital functions while growing efficiencies for the business. This position will work closely with partners in IT and various Corporate functions to source innovative new products and services that meet business objectives. The successful candidate will focus on balancing superior service to internal senior business clients and collaborate with all regions globally to increase the value of products and services purchased.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities
Key competency expectations for the role are the ability to deeply understand and apply procurement processes, tools, and systems, implement & supervise lifecycle management process, and be a tried expert in sourcing, vendor management, development & execution; must achieve tangible results in competitive and non-competitive supplier negotiations both directly and as a coach to others.
Collaborate with internal clients and supplier relationships on an ongoing basis to ensure customer satisfaction
Run a wide portfolio of critical deals for Kraft Heinz, working in partnership with US and International zones (INTL includes LATAM, EMEA, APAC and ANZ Business Units)
Establish and deliver performance goals for the IT and Digital category
Lead strategic sourcing projects for supplier selection/optimization to implement category vision and strategies
Handle supplier relationships and segmentation
Support major supplier issues and work with partners to identify and drive resolutions
Develop financial reports using data, insights and business requirements
Identify and evaluate potential value generating projects based on complexity, resources, risk, time to implement, and estimated financial impact
Handle prioritized portfolio of projects for the category in the near and long term
Lead the supplier selection and RFx award process
Complete various complexity contracts in accordance with policies and processes; ability to apply competency across categories
Ability to deal with ambiguity within a multi-cultural environment
Manage short term tactical tasks while building a long term strategy
Manage Total Cost of Ownership at the category level through collaboration with finance
Partner with internal and third party administrator team resources
Experience dealing with Deloitte, Microsoft, SAP, DXC Technology, IBM, Infosys is a plus
Expected Experience & Required Skills
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of experience in Indirect Procurement, mainly IT focus; experience in IT a plus
Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required; Presentation and negotiation skills are required.
Translates strategy into actionable objectives that aligns function with organizational goals and generates results that will have a positive impact on the function/business unit.
Strong negotiating skills; ability to multi-task, attention to detail, organized; exemplary customer service skills; judgment to handle confidential information and challenging business situations; project management, problem solving, leadership and team building skills
Project Management Professional (PMP) and Digital Six Sigma certification and/or Sourcing certifications a plus
About Us
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’re on a mission to disrupt not only our own business, but the global food industry. A consumer obsession 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, agility and endless curiosity. We also believe in being good humans, who are working to improve our company, communities, and planet. We’re proud of where we’ve been – and even more thrilled about where we’re headed – as we nourish the world and lead the future of food.
Why Us
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. Good isn't good 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, and we’re growing something great here at Kraft Heinz.
Office Collaboration & Hybrid Work Environment
We believe our office environment fuels our collaboration, connection & community as an organization and allows our employees to grow toward greatness. We also believe providing a more flexible and agile model is essential in today’s workplace. A majority of our office-based employees will be able to work remotely for up to two days each week. Additionally, employees who are subject to this hybrid model will be eligible to work from anywhere for up to six weeks in a rolling 12-month period (in maximum two-week increments and according to benefits and tax guidelines). Some jobs may be required to be performed fully in office depending on the role’s responsibilities and requirements.
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. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact NATAI@kraftheinz.com.