Analyst III Indirect Sourcing

• Lead several complex sourcing initiatives from supplier discovery to award recommendation using advanced sourcing tools and templates
• Build comprehensive should-cost models and scenario plans using commodity and market data
• Manage complex datasets and develop Excel-based insights including benchmarks heat maps and what-if scenarios
• Translate analytics into bid recommendations using total cost of ownership methodology and apply constraints to optimize supplier outcomes
• Conduct complex negotiations independently leveraging deep understanding of negotiable criteria
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders and build strong relationships without formal authority
• Advise business partners on risks opportunities and cost forecasting for key commodities
• Support long-range planning and corporate initiatives such as save for our customer working capital and cross brand synergy realization
• Collaborate with partners to identify alternate supply channels and optimize total cost of ownership
• Present sourcing findings with clarity storytelling and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders
• Advance the team's capabilities through best practices in spend analytics supplier management and sourcing technology

• Bachelor's degree in business logistics finance supply chain or related field
• 5-7 years sourcing or industry experience
• Proficiency in Excel (advanced modeling) PowerPoint and sourcing platforms
• Strong analytical and presentation skills; able to tell a compelling story with data
• Deep understanding of commodity markets and sourcing strategy
• Ability to travel up to 10%

• Six Sigma APICS CPM or similar certification
• Experience in retail sourcing supply chain design or vendor negotiations
• Proven expertise in strategic sourcing analysis decision-making and tools
• Ability to lead without authority and influence organizational direction

What We Do

Ahold Delhaize USA a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize is part of the U.S. family of brands which includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion Giant Food The GIANT Company Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Our associates support the brands with a wide range of services including Finance Legal Sustainability Commercial Digital and E-commerce Technology and more. Our team includes some of the best and brightest talent from a variety of backgrounds ranging from decades-long careers in retail to fresh perspectives from outside our industry. With a purpose-driven culture grounded in our values of courage care integrity teamwork and humor we are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued. Our team shares a common motivation to drive change take ownership and enable the brands we support to nourish their customers and communities. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies. As part of the largest grocery retail group on the East Coast we understand our vital role in enabling healthier people and a healthier planet and have an ongoing commitment to driving sustainable change that leads to a thriving food system nourishes local communities and creates a better world.

Why Work With Us

We love fresh perspectives not just fresh produce. We believe that an inclusive workplace fosters creativity accelerates innovation and helps us create an even better product. At Ahold Delhaize USA you’ll find coworkers who are caring and committed and who focus on dreaming big and getting things done.

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