Strategic Sourcing analyst

Strategic Sourcing Analyst Location: Vermont or New Hampshire Position available: Immediately The Strategic Sourcing Analyst is responsible for driving value through strategic sourcing initiatives, spend analytics, supplier negotiations, contract management, and supplier performance management. This role partners closely with business stakeholders and suppliers to identify cost savings opportunities, mitigate risk, improve service levels, and support the organization's procurement and operational objectives. The successful candidate combines strong analytical skills with commercial acumen and relationship management capabilities to optimize supplier performance and deliver measurable business value. Key Responsibilities Strategic Sourcing & Category Management Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies across assigned spend categories. Conduct market research, supplier evaluations, and competitive benchmarking to identify sourcing opportunities. Lead or support Request for Information (RFI), Request for Proposal (RFP), and Request for Quotation (RFQ) processes. Analyze supplier proposals and develop recommendations based on total cost of ownership, risk, quality, and service considerations. Partner with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements and ensure sourcing strategies align with organizational goals. Data Analysis & Spend Management Perform detailed spend analysis to identify savings opportunities, supplier consolidation opportunities, and process improvements. Develop dashboards, reports, and key performance indicators (KPIs) to support procurement decision-making. Analyze supplier performance, contract compliance, pricing trends, and market conditions. Present analytical findings and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership. Monitor procurement metrics and support continuous improvement initiatives. Supplier Negotiation Lead and support commercial negotiations with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, terms, service levels, and contractual conditions. Develop negotiation strategies based on data-driven insights and market intelligence. Support contract renewals and renegotiations to maximize value and minimize risk. Document negotiation outcomes and ensure alignment with procurement policies and business objectives. Contract Management Coordinate the review, execution, and ongoing administration of supplier contracts. Ensure contracts are maintained, organized, and tracked throughout their lifecycle. Monitor contract compliance, key obligations, renewal dates, and performance commitments. Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and business stakeholders to address contract-related issues. Identify and mitigate contractual, commercial, and supplier risks. Supplier Relationship & Performance Management Manage relationships with key suppliers to ensure effective service delivery and performance. Conduct regular business reviews and supplier performance evaluations. Monitor supplier KPIs, service-level agreements (SLAs), and corrective action plans. Facilitate issue resolution and continuous improvement initiatives with suppliers. Support supplier risk assessments and business continuity planning activities. Qualifications Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or a related field. Professional procurement certification preferred (e.g., CPSM, CSCP, CPPB, MCIPS, SCMP). Experience 3-7 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, supply chain, vendor management, or contract management. Experience leading sourcing events and supplier negotiations. Experience analyzing large datasets and developing business recommendations. Experience managing supplier relationships and performance metrics. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data and translate insights into actionable recommendations. Advanced proficiency in Excel and experience with spend analytics, reporting, and procurement systems. Strong negotiation and influencing skills. Knowledge of sourcing methodologies, procurement best practices, and contract management principles. Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment. Strong attention to detail and organizational skills. Experience with ERP, procurement, and contract management platforms is considered an asset. Benefits: Competitive salary ($85 000 to $100 000) 401(k) and Roth 401(k) 401(k) company match Health/Dental/Vision insurance Life/Disability/AD&D Insurance Employee Assistance Program Paid Time off (Vacation/Holidays) To join the Polycor Group Apply directly to INDEED Or email : [email protected] Note: Any experience deemed equivalent will be considered. Please note that the Polycor Group is committed to employment equity and all applications will be treated confidentially. We will only communicate with candidates who have been selected for an interview. About Polycor Group : Polycor is a world leader in the natural stone industry. Founded in Quebec City in 1987, Polycor employs over 900 people in Canada and the United States. Its world-class reputation comes from a great legacy of stone work on historical landmarks and institutional, commercial and residential projects. For more information, visit Polycor's website and follow the company on its various social networks such as Facebook , LinkedIn and Instagram . Equal Employment Opportunity: Equal Employment Opportunity has been, and will continue to be, a fundamental principle at Polycor Stone Corporation and its subsidiaries (collectively, “Polycor”). This Equal Employment Opportunity Policy applies to all other policies and procedures relating to recruitment and hiring, compensation, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment. This Policy applies to all persons at Polycor, including all directors, executives, managers and other employees of Polycor as well as individuals in an employment-type relationship with Polycor. All persons involved in Polycor’s operations are prohibited from engaging in discriminatory conduct. Appropriate disciplinary action may be taken against any employee violating this policy. Employment is based upon personal capabilities and qualifications without discrimination because of race, creed, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, age, national origin, marital status, physical or mental disability, military status, genetic information, citizenship status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. All such discrimination is unlawful and violates our policy. Furthermore, regardless of whether sexual orientation or gender identity (transgender status) are legally protected statuses or not, Polycor does not tolerate discrimination on the basis of a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity (transgender status). Polycor will take appropriate steps to provide reasonable accommodation, upon request, to qualified individuals with disabilities so long as doing so does not cause an undue hardship. The company will also provide reasonable accommodation, upon request, to an employee’s religious beliefs so long as doing so does not constitute an undue hardship. If you need accommodation, please provide a written description of your situation and your needs to Human Resources at [email protected] and someone will contact you to discuss your request.