Strategic Sourcing Analyst

Strategic Sourcing Analyst

A great job-and a great future-awaits you at Smithfield Foods. We are an American food company with a leading position in packaged meats and fresh pork products. We're looking for motivated people who want to join our team and grow lasting and meaningful careers with us.

The position summary states the general nature and purpose of the job. Overall accountabilities are defined in this section.

As a Strategic Sourcing Analyst, you will support sourcing efforts across various categories of goods and services. You will assist with RFx processes, analyze data, evaluate bids, and generate spend reports to inform procurement decisions. You'll partner with category managers to drive cost savings, conduct market research, and contribute to process improvements that enhance overall sourcing strategy and execution.

The below statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. May perform other duties as assigned.

• Data Collection: Collects technical specifications and commercial specifications, including buyer info, bid item, volume, supplier management, pricing. Benchmark suppliers in RFx efforts. Partner to identify Decision Matrix criterion and provide relevant data and recommendations back to internal category management team.

• Supplier Research & Outreach: Informs current suppliers about upcoming bids. Starts supplier outreach; submits list of potentially interested new suppliers and RFx for approval; manages the signoff list of potential suppliers for participation and RFx; Sends RFx request to targeted suppliers.

• RFx (Information/Proposal and Quote) Process: Supports or Leads RFx activity. Draft and clarify requirements with stakeholders. Define and document statement of work or goods. Create quantitative Decision Matrix. Finalizes RFx (RFx document, Cost Breakdown document, Decision Matrix, Bid Parameters, etc.)

• Post-bid Analysis: Collects post-bid data, analyze, and provide recommendation. Set up demonstrations as required per need of evaluation.

• Spend Reporting: Creates and generates detailed spend reports by sourcing category to be published to senior leadership.

• General Market Analysis: Provides monthly/weekly input cost market reports pertaining to specific category.

• Rebate Reconciliation/Pricing Updates: Validates and reconciles quarterly rebate amounts via SAP data.

• Competitive Benchmarking: Identify Best in Class process for analysis.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

• Education: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited four-year college or university and 2+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience, required.

• Technical Proficiency: Demonstrated experience with SAP and Microsoft Office Suite, with an emphasis on Excel and Power BI.

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey data-driven insights clearly and effectively.

• Problem Solving: Proven analytical, decision-making, and interpersonal skills to resolve complex sourcing challenges.

• Collaboration & Independence: Ability to thrive both independently and as part of a collaborative team.

• Adaptability: Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

• Professionalism: Respectful, approachable, and team-oriented with a commitment to fostering strong working relationships and a positive work culture.

• Travel: Must be able to travel up to 5% of the time.

Other skills that make you stand out: Sourcing experience, preferred.

Relocation Package Available Yes

Smithfield is an equal opportunity employer committed to workplace diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, gender identity, protected veterans status, status as a disabled individual or any other protected group status or non-job characteristic as directed by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment selection process, please call us at 757-357-1595.