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PROCUREMENT ANALYST - GARNER, NC

 

 

  • We are hiring immediately for a Procurement Analyst position.
  • Location: Note: online applications accepted only.
  • Schedule: In-office
  • Requirement: Monday-Friday
  • Pay Range:  $55,000 to 67,000 
    *Internal Employee Referral Bonus Available
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About Canteen: 

Canteen brings break time to everyone. We combine food, service, and experience backed by industry-leading technology to help companies create a better workplace and connect their employees. Canteen’s solutions include markets, office coffee and snacks, unattended retail, and culinary. 
 
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their dedication, collaboration, and passion fuel our growth. Interested in joining our team? You bring the enthusiasm, customer service, and commitment; we’ll supply the opportunity and innovation.  Together, we’ll continue to transform our industry. 

Come for the job, stay for the career. We are Canteen.

Job Summary

The Procurement Analyst is responsible for sourcing products, managing supplier relationships, optimizing inventory levels, and supporting strategic purchasing decisions for vending and micro-market operations. This role leverages data analysis, forecasting, and market insights to drive cost savings, maintain product availability, improve supplier performance, and support overall business profitability.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze purchasing, inventory, and sales data to identify trends and support buying decisions.

  • Negotiate pricing, contracts, rebates, and promotions with suppliers to maximize value.

  • Develop and maintain strong vendor relationships while monitoring supplier performance, service levels, and lead times.

  • Forecast demand and manage inventory levels to minimize stockouts, overstocks, and product obsolescence

  • Identify cost-saving opportunities through product substitutions, strategic sourcing, and spend analysis.

  • Monitor market conditions, pricing trends, and supply chain risks that may impact product availability and cost.

  • rack and report key performance metrics including inventory turns, fill rates, forecast accuracy, and purchase price variance.

  • Collaborate with operations, warehouse, sales, merchandising, and finance teams to align purchasing strategies with business needs.

  • Support new product launches, seasonal programs, and promotional initiatives.

  • Recommend process improvements that enhance efficiency, inventory control, and profitability.

 
Qualifications:
 

  • Bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or related field preferred.

  • Experience in procurement, purchasing, inventory management, or supply chain operations.

  • Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent excel skills and experience with online purchasing or inventory management systems.

  • Excellent communication and relationship management abilities.

  • Experience in vending, foodservice, convenience retail, or distribution environments preferred

  • Success in this role is measured by cost savings, supplier performance, inventory optimization, forecast accuracy, product availability, and overall contribution to company profitability.

Associates at Canteen are offered many fantastic benefits.

 

Full-time and part-time positions offer the following benefits to associates: Retirement Plan, Associate Shopping Program, Health and Wellness Programs, Discount Marketplace, Identity Theft Protection, Pet Insurance, Voluntary Benefits, including Critical Illness Insurance, Accident Insurance, Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Services, and Choice Auto and Home Program.

 

Full-time positions also offer the following benefits to associates: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance/AD, Disability 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. For positions in Washington State, Maryland, or to be performed Remotely, click here or copy/paste the link below for paid time off benefits information.

 

https://www.compass-usa.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/2023_WageTransparency_Canteen.pdf

 

About Compass Group: Achieving leadership in the foodservice industry
 

Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer.  At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.

Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity.

Certain positions may require Florida Level 2 background screening. Details: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis.

Canteen maintains a drug-free workplace.

Canteen 


Nearest Major Market: Raleigh
Job Segment: Food Service, Retail Sales, Merchandising, Chef, Culinary, Hospitality, Retail

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