Sr. Sourcing Analyst

Job ID: 8435 

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Newell Brands is a leading consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands like Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid®, Sharpie® and Yankee Candle® - and 24,000 talented teammates around the world. Our culture is built on values in action: Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership, and Leadership. We work together to win, grow, and make a real impact—supported by a high-performing, inclusive, and collaborative environment where you can be your best, every day.

Job Title: Sr. Sourcing Analyst

Reports To: Manager, Sourcing

Location:  Atlanta, GA

Description

The Senior Sourcing Analyst will support the Sourcing Manager in managing electrical component spend related to the Newell’s Kitchen business unit, supporting brands such as Oster. The Sr Analyst will assist with negotiations, analysis, project execution, etc. with the primary goal of driving productivity and other key procurement metrics. This role will also take the lead on NPD procurement activity within the category.  They will collaboratively work with the procurement organization and cross-functional teams toward these goals.

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Support the category manager in development and execution of sourcing strategies for designated commodities or product platforms that encompass the following:
• Productivity – Develop productivity pipeline to deliver 3% - 5% gross productivity annually
• Working capital improvements: payment terms extensions, lead time & inventory reductions
• Responsible for supporting the category manager on commercial activities including:
• Contract Management
• Product / Part Qualification
• Quotation preparation and negotiation activities
• Regulatory Compliance
• Vendor and part data management within SAP
• Responsible for the supplier identification, quoting process, negotiations, and supplier selection on NPD projects, with a focus on meeting the customer and business needs.
• Routinely works with global cross-functional project teams: Marketing, Engineering, Supplier Quality, Supply Chain and Program Management to ensure that NPD project are launched on-time, on-cost and on-specification.
• Supplier and commodity spend management and productivity tracking 
• Effectively communicate project updates, recommendations, and sourcing strategies on a frequent basis to NPD teams and Senior Leadership.
• Coordinate with the supply chain department to ensure that suppliers adhere to on-time delivery (OTD) and quality standards

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Supply Chain, Business, Industrial Engineering or related field preferred.
• 2 to 4 years’ experience in sourcing or related business field
• Experience sourcing from a global supply base (preferred)
• Previous experience with consumer products company (preferred)
• SAP experience (preferred)

• Ability to manage multiple projects to completion and demonstrated problem solving skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills

• Excellent analytical and project leadership skills
• Negotiation experience and strong communication skills externally with suppliers

• Ability to travel

• Excel, Word, and PowerPoint experience are required

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Newell Brands and its subsidiaries are Equal Opportunity Employers and comply with applicable employment laws. EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled are encouraged to apply.