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Available online at homechef.com and in retail at more than 2,100 Kroger grocery stores, Home Chef is committed to inspiring and enabling more people to cook simple, delicious meals, no matter how busy they are.\nIn 2023, Home Chef introduced a new brand, Tempo! Tempo features a rotating selection of ready-to-heat meals delivered directly to your door. These meals are better-for-you versions of familiar favorites, designed to save you time and reduce stress while maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Our Tempo menu includes options that are protein-packed, fiber-rich, calorie and carb conscious, keto-friendly, and dietitian-approved.\nSimilar to our recipes, we recognize that variety is the spice of life, and therefore, our employees also bring their uniqueness and color to our fantastic team. We’re eager to work with humble team players and pragmatic next-level thinkers to innovate on Home Chef’s offerings.\nThe Supply Chain Analyst is responsible for driving data-driven decision-making and supporting strategic initiatives across Home Chef’s supply chain. This individual will support vendor RFPs, conduct market research, perform contract negotiation analyses, develop tools and dashboards for the team, and own the reporting of weekly KPIs. Cross-functional collaboration and the ability to adapt analytical support across the supply chain are key components of the role.\nDetailed Responsibilities\nAnalyze Supply Chain Metrics and Develop Initiatives to Drive Improvement\nEnable data-driven decision making by reporting on core KPIs and performing ad-hoc analyses\nExamples of past projects include: analyzing market trends to inform expected pricing increases for budgeting\nCategory Strategy & Analysis:\nConduct thorough market research to understand trends and opportunities.\nAnalyze vendor proposals and bids to determine the best sourcing options.\nPresent data-driven recommendations for category strategies and contract negotiations.\nMonitor supplier spend and volume allocation to ensure budget is met and demand does not exceed vendor capacities\nIdentify total cost of ownership (TCO) reduction opportunities across rate, demand and process levers\nVendor RFP Management:\nSupport RFPs for vendors, ensuring compliance with company policies.\nEvaluate RFP responses, focusing on pricing, vendor capabilities, and contract terms.\nCollaborate with the Category Managers on final supplier selection and contract finalization.\nContract Management & Vendor Performance:\nMonitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to contractual obligations.\nIdentify opportunities for cost reductions and negotiate favorable contract terms.\nMaintain up-to-date records of contract agreements, expirations, and renewals.\nCross-Functional Collaboration:\nWork with internal teams such as Operations, Procurement, and Culinary to ensure various processes run smoothly and efficiently\nProvide analysis and recommendations to improve cost efficiencies and vendor reliability.\nServe as the liaison between vendors and internal teams for contract and performance-related matters.\nThis position requires 10% travel. \nQualifications\nThe requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability needed for this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities.\n2+ years of experience in market research, strategic sourcing, or procurement, preferably within packaging or supply chain.\nStrong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and data analysis tools.\nAble to manage many inputs and prioritize effectively for vendor management.\nBachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field.\nMore About Us\nPerks and Benefits\nCandidates can experience Home Chef as a customer - enter promo code PEOPLE30 for $30 off your first order!\nMedical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance available\nPaid holidays, sick time and vacation time\n401k program\nFlexible spending accounts for qualified medical, dependent care, parking, or transit expenses\nHow We Work Together\nWe are humble team players.\nWe are warm and gracious with team members and customers. We seek feedback to improve ourselves - and respectfully listen to and accept input.\nWe are pragmatic next-level thinkers.\nWe come up with novel and unique ideas. We explore new strategies to avoid being constrained by conventional thinking.\nWe take ownership.\nWe approach ambiguous problems, prepared to dive in, get curious, and learn more. We are results-driven, always challenging ourselves to exceed goals.\nBe at Home at Home Chef\nWe all show up authentically at Home Chef. Our team includes individuals with a variety of identities, backgrounds, and perspectives. You can trust that you’ll be able to bring your whole self to an inclusive and enjoyable workplace.\nWe welcome people of all races, colors, religions, national origin or ancestry, sex (including sexual identity), age, physical or mental disabilities, pregnancy, veteran or military status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, order of protection status, citizenship status, arrest record or expunged/sealed convictions, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state, or local law.\nHome Chef is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Home Chef will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact our People team at .\n\nHome Chef offers the base salary range as posted below, with the exact offer depending on factors such as geographic location, experience, skills, and internal equity. While compensation is within the provided range, it is not typical for offers to be made at the upper end. 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