CATEGORY DEVELOPMENT ANALYST - BAKERY - HYBRID

Foodbuy is the industry leader in procurement and supply chain solutions, a subsidiary of the 6th largest company in the world (Compass Group PLC). We source and provide a variety of products and services to help customers in Hospitality, Restaurant, Healthcare, Education, Entertainment, and Gaming industries run their businesses more easily and cost-effectively. We also support Compass Group, the world’s largest contract food and support services provider.

About the role

This position supports category managers with analytics and supplier programs to drive growth for categories. Duties include collaborating with cross-functional teams and suppliers within assigned categories, delivering insights and recommendations to drive the category development process, and continuously managing categories through analysis, reporting, modeling, and data mining.

Responsibilities

• Ad hoc analysis, compliance reports, market trends, pricing and rebate databases, marketing/communication opportunities, and opportunity analysis.
• Support the development of category plans, joint business plans/reviews, and presentation materials for key strategic supplier and customer partnerships.
• Manage the roll-out, implementation, and communication of new programs or program changes/conversion initiatives, adhering to company processes and timelines.
• Monthly income by supplier (IBS) forecasting preparation, variance analysis, and tracking against budget.
• Conduct income analysis, forecast changes, or perform other duties supporting category income drivers.
• Liaison with cross-functional groups to ensure timely management of term sets, MOGs, catalogs, and other system needs.
• Identify opportunities and make recommendations related to contract coverage, conversion opportunities, pricing/volume allowance, new programs, and contracts.
• Work with suppliers on issue resolution.
• Complete system data accuracy and maintenance—term set management, price releases, price audits, non-transactional, subscriptions, item mapping, and manufacturer catalog.
• Support required internal processes including budgeting, pricing, and product recommendations.
• Ensure excellent execution of programs and the team’s required processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience required.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience in supply chain, category, finance, or a related field; supplier management experience preferred.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Sense of urgency, excellent customer service skills, and professional demeanor.
• Ability to manage complex competing priorities with strict deadlines and attention to detail.
• High proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Life Insurance / AD&D
• Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
• Personal Leave
• Associate Shopping Program
• Health and Wellness Programs
• Discount Marketplace
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Commuter Benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)

Associates may also be eligible for paid and/or unpaid time off benefits in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.