Sr. Sourcing Analyst

About the Team

The Supply Chain team focuses on keeping things moving across all aspects of our business. They make an impact by ensuring our products get from the vendors to the distribution centers and then to the stores in the most efficient and timely way. Their goal is to improve each step within the process, so we have the right product at the right place at the right time for our pet parents.

About the Location

Collaborative & Flexible Work Environment: We believe in fostering growth, teamwork and creativity in a dynamic workplace. This role is based at PetSmart’s Phoenix Home Office, where associates currently enjoy the benefits of in-person collaboration while having the flexibility to work remotely one day per week (a “flex workday” with leader approval), and an expected four days in the office. At PetSmart, you’ll be part of an engaging and supportive environment designed to help you and our teams thrive.

About the Job

The Senior Sourcing Analyst position is an integral part of the Procurement & Strategic Sourcing team which develops and leads sourcing initiatives across PetSmart for indirect goods and services (Goods Not for Resale). This individual contributor role brings expertise in data analytics, reporting and process improvement methodology to the team.

We are seeking an individual with the capability to proactively identify opportunities and implement tools and/or processes that improve efficiencies and eliminate waste.  They must also demonstrate the ability to understand the category managers’ needs and assist them as workload dictates across various categories. 

 

KEY COMPETENCIES attributed to driving value include, but are not limited to the following:

Rigorous quantitative analysis and enrichment of data, development of reports with a high degree of quality and reliability,  ability to influence, critical thinking and problem solving, relationship building, adaptability, strong verbal and written communication skills, strong math/statistical skills, financial modeling expertise, possess a sense of urgency and attention to accuracy and detail, ability to manage large volumes of data, effectively manage a wide variety of tasks simultaneously often with time pressures, ability to work productively and effectively as part of a team, desire and ability to learn new skills.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include, but are not limited to:

• Prepare and maintain historic and current YTD supplier spend reports for the sourcing teams to utilize in developing sourcing strategies and project priorities.
• Prepare monthly, quarterly and annual reports on completed and forecasted sourcing projects (capturing spend managed, P&L savings impact, budget adjustments, cost avoidance and project status).
• Manage the reporting KPI’s/dashboard for the Procurement Department
• Manage the monthly open purchase order process in coordination with Finance to comply with internal audit rules
• Train purchase order creators and approvers along with goods receipts managers
• Other ad hoc reports as requested
• “Total cost of ownership” analysis post project completion to confirm financial impact/benefits taking into account all cost drivers (energy, labor, taxes, materials, transportation, profit, etc.) and then coordinate with Finance to finalize results.
• Extract and incorporate information from the Legal department contracts database into sourcing team reports to have visibility of contract expirations as part of spend category strategy development.
• Act as a backup for new supplier set-up and validation
• Ensure all Procurement & Strategic Sourcing team processes are documented and reviewed periodically for opportunity to improve efficiency and eliminate waste.
• Maintain department share point site as a key communication portal to the business.
• Act as a system administrator for Procurement’s e-Sourcing platforms.
• Assist category managers as needed.

 

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE 

Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain Management or Finance from a four-year college or university and 1-3 years of related experience.  Strong academic and work experience with statistics, accounting, advanced math and financial reporting.  Strong knowledge of procurement & sourcing processes, procedures and best practices is desired. 

 

TECHNICAL SKILLS

• Extensive working knowledge of Excel, Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Access, MicroStrategy and/or Business Intelligence (BI) and other advanced programming applications used for data definition and manipulation (SQL)
• Knowledge of SAP or equivalent ERP systems
• Financial statement comprehension (interface with financial analysts)
• Ability to interpret, analyze and utilize key financial and statistical data
• Knowledge of accounting processes

About the Culture

At PetSmart, we work hard to create a culture where every associate feels like they truly belong and we celebrate the unique stories, backgrounds, and experiences our associates share.  These experiences not only bring new perspectives in shaping our Belonging culture but they’re core to PetSmart’s success.

 

Not sure if you meet 100% of the position requirements and whether you should apply? We’d still like to hear from you and encourage you to apply with us! You just may be the ideal candidate for this role, and if not this one, perhaps another position.

Our home office offers outstanding amenities in a fun and rewarding workplace including:

• Pet friendly environment, bring your pets to work!
• On-site Dog Park
• “Top Dog” gym with equipment, fitness classes, massage therapists and personal trainers
• “Sit & Stay” Café serving fresh breakfast and lunch options
• On-site coffee bar
• “Lil’ Paws” learning center and onsite daycare facility (associate paid)
• Volunteer events with PetSmart Charities
• Learn more about #LifeAtPetSmart here: https://www.lifeatpetsmart.com/life-at-petsmart/
• Check out Associate stories and share in some celebrations at PetSmart: https://www.blog.lifeatpetsmart.com/
• Explore PetSmart Benefits here: https://benefits.petsmart.com/
• If you don't already live in the Phoenix area here's a guide to the area:  Welcome to Phoenix Guide