Category Sourcing Analyst

Analytical Support

Conduct detailed spend analysis and segmentation to identify category opportunities. Gather and analyze market intelligence to support category strategies and sourcing decisions. Maintain and update pricing files, supplier catalogs, and procurement databases. Assist in developing total cost of ownership (TCO) models and supplier risk profiles. Prepare reports and dashboards to track category performance and supplier KPIs. Track and report savings, compliance, and supplier performance metrics. Manage supplier catalogues, rate cards, and service level agreements (SLAs), including those that span logistics and site services. Resolve escalations and drive continuous improvement initiatives across categories.

Sourcing Support

Collaborate with Global Category Managers to develop global category strategies aligned with enterprise objectives and regional market dynamics. Identify and prioritize sourcing opportunities to deliver cost savings, service improvements, and risk mitigation. Support the Category Manager in executing sourcing events including RFPs, RFQs, and e-auctions. Lead execution of sourcing events. Support contracting activities including leading specific contracting events, liaising with business partners, suppliers, and legal teams. Assist in supplier evaluation, qualification, and onboarding processes. Help manage contract lifecycle activities such as tracking compliance and administering rebate programs. Coordinate with internal stakeholders and suppliers to resolve issues and ensure timely delivery.

Continuous Improvement & Collaboration

Participate in cross-functional category councils or governance forums. Support continuous improvement initiatives and benchmarking activities. Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Quality, EHS, Legal, and other teams to ensure alignment and execution of procurement strategies.

Education and Experience

Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field. 2-4 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or supply chain analysis preferred. Exposure to indirect procurement categories is a plus.

Technical Skills and Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data visualization tools.
• Knowledge and demonstrated use of tools like Alteryx, Trifecta, PowerBI or other data prep tools are desirable.
• Basic understanding of procurement systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba) is desirable.
• Good communication and time management skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work in a fast-paced environment.
• Eagerness to learn and develop in category management and strategic sourcing.

Physical Position Requirements

No travel is required. Onsite role in Parsippany, NJ. Zoetis supports a hybrid working environment, with approximately 50% of time (2-3 workdays per week) required on-site in the Parsippany office.

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $82,000.00- $118,000.00. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the base pay target range for new hire salaries for the position. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Schedule

This position is also eligible for short-term incentive compensation. In addition to compensation, Zoetis offers a comprehensive benefits package that supports the physical, emotional and financial wellbeing of our colleagues and their families including healthcare and insurance benefits beginning on day one, a 401K plan with a match and profit-sharing contribution from Zoetis, and 4 weeks of vacation.

About Zoetis

Zoetis supports a hybrid working environment, with approximately 50% of time (2-3 workdays per week) required on-site in the Parsippany office. Zoetis is the world leader in animal health, discovering, developing, manufacturing and commercializing vaccines, medicines, diagnostics and other technologies for companion animals and livestock. Zoetis is committed to nurturing the world and humankind by advancing care for animals. Our award-winning culture, built around our Core Beliefs, focuses on our colleagues' careers, connection and support. We offer competitive healthcare and retirement savings benefits, along with an array of benefits, policies and programs to support employee well-being in every sense, from health and financial wellness to family and lifestyle resources.