Analyst IV GM Sourcing

Category/Area of Expertise: Merchandising Marketing Support
Job Requisition: 470062
Address: USA-MA-Quincy-1385 Hancock Street
Store Code: Vendor Governance (5139550)
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.
Responsible for partnering across all ADUSA brands to achieve optimal value, balancing cost and quality, for a given category. Leads end-to-end sourcing efforts including strategy, cost negotiations, tactics, prep and execution. Owns and is accountable for achieving timelines and targets. Drives connectivity across Seasonal General Merchandise for all internal and external partners (including supply chain, finance, suppliers) to leverage size/scale and optimize performance and savings opportunities.
***Our flexible/ hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days. Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC, Quincy, MA, Carlisle, PA, Scarborough, ME, Hyattsville, MD
Essential job functions:

• Independently perform the following responsibilities for complex categories/events requiring advanced category understanding, independent decision making, & extensive planning & forethought.
• Build subject matter expertise in assigned vendors and categories
• Apply in-depth analysis of key business levers (i.e. product costs, logistics costs, payment terms, assortment mix, competitive negotiation positioning) to identify opportunities for growth, assortment optimization, and cost savings.
• Negotiate and/or advise on supplier costs, performance metrics, long-range plans and pursue supplier partnership opportunities
• Negotiate business terms, new item cost negotiation, Supply Chain interaction and/or logistical coordination
• Develop data-driven recommendations for optimal receipt quantities at the store level to support sales performance
• Manage key project calendar and deliverables to meet in-warehouse date expectations
• Manage and execute required legal documents adhering to legal requirements and standards (NDA, award letters, master supply agreement and schedules, discontinuance, and termination letters)
• Mentor and train new analysts in the sourcing process
• Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs and uphold company values.
• Primary interfaces will be Category Analysts/Category Managers
• Additional job duties may be assigned as needed to meet the needs of the business and support our Values.

Qualifications:

• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis until the end of their appointment
• Bachelors Degree or equivalent combination of education and work experience
• 4+ years of related Sourcing, Negotiating, Category, and/or Vendor Management experience (preferred)
• Enhanced knowledge of industry and suppliers
• Proven ability to negotiate for positive outcomes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; Ability to analyze complex data sets and develop insights
• Strong presentation & communication skills. Ability to build and deliver messaging tailored by audience, and articulate recommended actions to drive decision making
• Able to work under strict deadlines, set and balance priorities
• Able to independently identify problems and propose solutions
• Ability to influence others without authority
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Power BI proficiency (preferred)

ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $92,640 - $138,960
IL/MA/MD/NY Salary Range: $106,480- $159,720
Actual compensation offered to a candidate may vary based on their unique qualifications and experience, internal equity, and market conditions. Final compensation decisions will be made in accordance with company policies and applicable laws.
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At Ahold Delhaize USA, we provide services to one of the largest portfolios of grocery companies in the nation, and we're actively seeking top talent.
Our team shares a common motivation to drive change, take ownership and enable our brands to better care for their customers. We thrive on supporting great local grocery brands and their strategies.
Our associates are the heartbeat of our organization. We are committed to offering a welcoming work environment where all associates can succeed and thrive. Guided by our values of courage, care, teamwork, integrity (and even a little humor), we are dedicated to being a great place to work.
We believe in collaboration, curiosity, and continuous learning in all that we think, create and do. While building a culture where personal and professional growth are just as important as business growth, we invest in our people, empowering them to learn, grow and deliver at all levels of the business.