Purchasing Analyst

Company and Position Information:

Del Monte Foods, Inc. (DMFI) is a multi-national food company headquartered in Walnut Creek, CA, with a powerful portfolio of brands, including iconic Del Monte®, Contadina® and College Inn®. Our premium-quality meal ingredients, snacks and beverages can be found in six out of ten U.S. households.

At Del Monte Foods, we believe in supporting one another. In helping our people shape their own careers - in letting them grow outward, upward and across disciplines. We are tending to the greater good, providing accessible, nourishing, great-tasting food for all. We are Del Monte Foods – Growers of Good.

The Purchasing Analyst will play an important role in supporting procurement activities. This position will collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders, while analyzing market trends to contribute to the overall success of the supply chain. Primary responsibilities include master data for outline agreements, pricing, MDG (Master Data Governance), Corrective Action Requests, PLM (Product Life Cyle Management), and Media Box graphics.

This Position can be based out of our Pittsburgh, PA Headquarters (Preferred) or remote or can be located in the following states: AR, CA, CO, FL, GA, IL, IN, MI, MN, NE, NJ, NC, NV, OH, OR, PA, SC, TN, TX, VA, WA, WI.

The salary range for this role is: $43,384 - $69,307.

Responsibilities:

• Manage, maintain, and coordinate graphics related activities with suppliers and stakeholders:
  • Participate in the artwork routing systems setup, review, and approval process relevant to procurement tasks for printed packaging items.
• Maintain master data and complete business required tasks for business system platforms:
  • Entering item specific master data into business systems – i.e., SAP, MDG, Mediabox, PLM, Trace Gains.
• Obtain quotes with assistance of category managers.
  • Maintain database to use for reference; responsible for routing new art to vendors and often expediting projects and communicating with procurement partners.
• Review ongoing specification change requests from our suppliers and provide recommendations/feedback to cross-functional partners and external stakeholders regarding changes.
  • Review cost change requests from vendors to assure that they are in-line with Master Agreements.
• Review Incoterms to ensure procurement represents factual data for the total cost of ownership. Includes development of formulas and working cross-functionally with logistics to thoroughly understand landed costs.
• Ensure corrective action reports are coded and properly recorded in the quality system, Trace Gains.
• Act on Past Due Purchase Order Reports (distribute to team).
• Assist with sourcing events.
• Assist with expediting or leading assigned initiatives.
• Assist with Order Acknowledgement report.
• Assist with invoice workflows and supplier Statement of Accounts.
• Any other duties as assigned by management.

Del Monte Foods Key Behaviors:

GET OUR HANDS DIRTY

• Dig in and understand the business.
• Stay focused on priorities and drive for results.
• Pursue goals with purpose and persevere through challenges.

CULTIVATE SOLUTIONS

• Improve processes, products and services.
• Take calculated risks to develop effective solutions.
• Use data and insights to drive business performance.

GROW SUCCESS TOGETHER

• Create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.
• Collaborate and promote teamwork to achieve individual and shared goals.
• Hold ourselves and others accountable for commitments.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from 4-year degree in supply chain management, business, or related area preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience in relevant business systems, ideally for a manufacturing company.
• Strong analytical, project management and time management skills.
• Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel).
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
• Have a solid understanding of shipping terms and methods.
• High self-initiative.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and have the proven ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interface with all levels of associates in a professional manner both internally and externally.
• Ability to problem solve, think creatively, work independently, and negotiate effectively.

WE OFFER:

• Competitive salary.
• Comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401(k).

ALL RESUMES NEED TO BE SUBMITTED THROUGH THE LINK BELOW TO BE CONSIDERED. (https://recruiting.adp.com/srccar/public/RTI.home?c=2157813&d=External&rb=%3F%3F%3F#/https://www.delmontefoods.com/careers/). Please be advised that your application is not complete until you fill out, sign, and submit an Application for Employment for a specific position for which Del Monte Foods, Inc. is actively recruiting. Your application must reflect that you possess the required qualifications for the position.

No sponsorship is available for this position.

No agencies or 3rd party vendors.