Build a better career with MSC.Serving customer and community starts with the very best people doing their very best work. That is precisely what we have at MSC Industrial Supply Co., a leading North American distributor of metalworking and maintenance, repair, and operations (MRO) products and services. Watch HERE (https://youtu.be/VvCFDMQRyM8) to find out why you should work at MSC and join us as we continue to build a diverse and inclusive workplace.Requisition ID :15944Employment Type :Full TimeJob Category :Demand Planning & ProcurementWork Location :Davidson, NC (CSC)State or Province :North Carolina (US-NC)Potential Work Location :United States : North Carolina : DavidsonBRIEF POSITION SUMMARY: MSC is seeking an Indirect Purchasing Analyst to join our team, playing a crucial role in optimizing procurement processes and ensuring a seamless customer experience. Key responsibilities include vendor performance analysis to identify improvement areas, leveraging data for informed decision-making, collaborating cross-functionally to align processes with market dynamics, solving complex problems with attention to detail, and thriving in a team environment. If you're passionate about procurement, data analysis, and enhancing customer experiences, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity ! DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Assists in formulating and implementing category strategies for indirect spend segments, encompassing office supplies, IT services, facilities management, and more.
Employs spend analysis, market insights, and business needs assessment to optimize procurement decisions.
Cultivates enduring partnerships with suppliers and key stakeholders.
Monitors supplier performance, proactively address issues, and engage in collaborative efforts to drive ongoing enhancement initiatives.
Conducts comprehensive cost analyses, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and negotiating favorable terms with vendors.
Ensures the economical procurement of indirect materials and services while maintaining quality standards.
Develops, reviews, and oversees contracts pertaining to indirect purchases.
Ensures adherence to company policies and legal mandates.
Monitors contract performance and facilitates resolution of disputes when necessary.
Analyzes procurement data to uncover trends, pinpoint cost-saving opportunities, and evaluate vendor performance.
Offers actionable insights to support informed decision-making and streamline operational processes.
Continuously evaluates and refines procurement processes concerning indirect goods and services. Implement workflow optimizations, reduce cycle times, and enhance overall efficiency to drive operational excellence.
Assesses and mitigates risks associated with indirect procurement activities.
Monitors potential disruptions within the supply chain, regulatory alterations, and external factors influencing purchasing decisions.
Fosters collaborative partnerships with cross-functional teams including finance, legal, and IT to ensure alignment of procurement strategies with organizational objectives. Participates in collective projects and initiatives impacting indirect spend.
Generates routine reports detailing procurement performance, cost savings achievements, supplier evaluations, and compliance adherence.
Utilizes key performance indicators (KPIs) to monitor progress and facilitate continuous improvement efforts.
Fosters the MSC Culture in the department and throughout the company to ensure fulfillment of MSC’s vision and unity of purpose.
Participation in special projects and performs additional duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
What You Need:
Associate’s Degree in Supply Chain, Product Management or business-related field required.
Demonstrated knowledge of Supply Chain Management fundamentals required.
Excellent analytical skills with demonstrated experience turning data into actionable insights.
Ability to think and perform in a strategic and tactical space, concurrently.
An understanding of business strategy and metrics.
Ability to multi-task and work well within a dynamic environment.
Bonus Points If You Have:
Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Product Management or business related field preferred.
Minimum of three years of experience in a field of supply chain management preferred.
Other Requirements:
A valid driver’s license may be required.
The ability to travel up to 10% of the time may be required.
This position may require access to International Traffic in Arms Regulations Information (“ITAR”) and/or Controlled Unclassified Information (“CUI”)
Why MSC? People. Collaboration. Insight. That’s how you build something that works. Built on a foundation of trust, MSC works side by side with our customers to help them drive business results. With more than one million product offerings and 75+ years of experience across industries, MSC strives to help our customers achieve greater productivity, profitability, and growth through inventory management and other innovative supply chain solutions. We care about our associates and have programs in place to help our 6,500+ team members achieve their potential.
When you join our team, you will receive rewards and recognition for your contributions, training and professional development opportunities, Associate Inclusion Circles: Women, Pride, Black, Veterans, HOLA and DisABLEd as well as a variety of benefits to support you and your family's health, well-being, and financial future. If you are inspired to learn, take risks, and succeed as a team, you can build a better career at MSC.
Equal Opportunity Statement: At MSC, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any category protected by applicable law. By applying to this job you agree to the Application and Acknowledgment Declaration terms. Click HERE (https://jobs.mscdirect.com/content/Acknowledgement/?locale=enUS&previewLink=true&referrerSave=false) to review.