At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider applying here, if you want to:   

Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.   Develop lasting relationships with great people.   Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Sr. Procurement Financial Analyst

The Sr. Procurement Analyst is responsible for all tactical/operational responsibilities from procure to pay pertaining to the designated spend categories. In addition, this role will also identify opportunities to reduce Total Cost of Ownership as well as provide recommendations for process improvement and performance tracking metrics.

Essential Functions

Conduct regular financial analyses, including budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysisResolve non-conforming raw material issuesAssist with raw material category managementIdentify opportunities to reduce Total Cost of Ownership (TCO)Analyze market conditions to effectively manage raw material costs and projectsManage RFP/RFQ process from creation to completion and provide supplier selection recommendationsSummarize key findings from primary and secondary sources, including news articles, market reports, industry publications, and competitor analysis.Provide recommendations for process improvements and performance tracking metricsManage the raw material qualification process with Engineering / QAMaximize supplier relationships with each production facility through conference calls and in-person meetingsWork cross-functionally within Niagara (with Manufacturing, Supply Chain, QA, and Engineering) to accomplish departmental goals and gain support internallyWhen needed, help drive or drive vendor discussions to achieve best results for Niagara including but not limited to:New relationship formationExisting relationship managementNegotiationGenerate monthly POs as neededThis position may require travel up to 25%Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:4 Years   – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment4 Years  – Experience in Position4 Years  – Experience managing people/projects

                *experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Preferred Qualifications:6 Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment6 Years – Experience working in Position               6 Years – Experience managing people/projects

*experience may include a combination of work experience and education

Competencies

Quantitative Analysis: skillful in using quantitative analysis to understand business issues.Negotiation Skill: skilled in negotiating tactics, effective in utilizing analysis and creative solutions to extract the greatest value for the company.Influence: can influence and persuade other people, even without direct authority.Political Skill: knows how to get things done within the political framework of an organization.Knowledge of and experience with Microsoft Excel and Power Point

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

Lead Like an OwnerMakes safety the number one priorityKeeps alert for safety issues and escalates immediatelyEffectively prioritizes tasks based on department goalsShows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directlyPrioritizes resolution of customer issues effectivelyResponds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customersInnovACTMakes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or productsDemonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstancesIncreases performance through greater efficiencyFind a WaySeeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other expertsUnderstands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actionsSeeks solutions rather than placing blameEmpowered to be GreatConsistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunitiesCommunicates clearly and promptly up, down, and acrossCommunicates effectively to manage expectation

Education

Minimum Required: Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or other related fieldPreferred: Master's Degree in Business Administration  or other related field

Certification/License:

Required:            N/APreferred:           N/A

Foreign Language

Required:            None RequiredPreferred:           None Required

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Salary

$96,309.20 - $139,648.35 / Yearly

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

* *Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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