Procurement Analyst

Restaurant Supply Chain Solutions, LLC, a Yum! Brands Co-op, is seeking a Procurement Analyst to join the Equipment and Asset Procurement team.

This Procurement Analyst is an essential member of the Development and Equipment Solutions (DES) procurement team. This role will apply skills in data analytics, market intelligence, program and project management, and strategy development to create and execute effective sourcing strategies for equipment categories to support our dynamic network of restaurants across Yum! Brands (Taco Bell, KFC, Pizza Hut, and Habit Burger & Grill) and A&W. The system represents a network of over 18,000 restaurants and circa 1,000 franchisees.

GREAT BENEFITS: Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, Vacation, Holidays, Floating Holidays, Sick time and so much more.

Hybrid: 3 days in the office, 2 days remote

Essential Functions:

• Develop comprehensive category profile including, but not limited to Category Profiles, Market Reports, Demand

Analysis, market trend analysis, competitive benchmarking, innovation searches and voice of customer analysis

to create and execute short- and long-term strategies for each assigned product category.

• Develop supplier relationships, product category expertise, and manage all procurement activities and

negotiations for the product categories assigned on behalf of RSCS and its franchisee members for all Brands.

• Demonstrate strong proficiency in data management and analysis. Develop and use analytical metrics to evaluate

both strategic and tactical execution. Create, wherever possible, a quantitative basis for defining success.

• Gather, analyze, and effectively apply relevant market intelligence including key cost drivers, market

dynamics, capacity utilization metrics, and macroeconomics to anticipate potential issues and opportunities and

act accordingly for the best possible outcome for the benefit of RSCS and its franchisee members.

• Assertively influence decision making and outcomes, both internally and externally, using expertise within

assigned categories. Create compelling presentations to optimize communication of key data and insights.

• Oversee all purchasing responsibilities for the relevant categories including sourcing strategy, sourcing

contracts, cost analysis, cost savings tracking, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) appraisals, and other

duties key to the performance of the position.

• Support new product development, product launches, and other projects initiated by the Brands. Work closely

with Brand Operations and relevant Brand Stakeholders to ensure flawless execution of all Brand projects and

programs, including various conference calls and meetings.

• Conduct Request for Proposals (RFP’s) using the RSCS Sourcing Process.

• Collaborate with the Brand Operations team on identifying, prioritizing, and delivering Development & Equipment

Solutions Restaurant Margin Improvement (DES RMI) process for all Brands.

• Collaborate with the Supply and Operations Planning (S&OP) Team to ensure the continuous supply of assigned

product categories during promotional and non-promotional periods.

• Assume new assignments, routinely demonstrate interest in improving knowledge, offer suggestions and problem

solutions.

• Travel, as required.

• Other duties as required and assigned.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills:

• Bachelor’s degree required. Prefer a major in Business or Supply Chain. Prefer Master’s or MBA.

• Minimum of 2 to 5 years business experience in positions related to equipment procurement, product management,

program management, marketing analyst, business strategy, data analyst and/or operations.

• Proven self-starter with the ability to set priorities and meet and exceed all responsibilities in a fast-

paced, dynamic, high output environment, while maintaining focus on the company mission and departmental goals.

• Must have strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to self-manage

prioritization of multiple tasks, with attention to detail and accuracy.

• Exceptional relationship builder with ability to engage with, assertively and respectfully influence, and

garner trust and respect from a diverse group of peer and senior level constituents, including company

executives, team members, franchisees, and suppliers.

• Must have strong negotiation and analytical skills.

• Must have experience in cost analysis, supplier development, forecasting, and contingency planning.

• Will promote and champion the RSCS World Class with Class Values (WC2): act with integrity; deliver

breakthrough results; be transparent and collaborate; recognize and celebrate; be humble and respectful; serve

our members; and pursue growth and lifelong learning.

• Advanced written and verbal communication skills required. Extremely high proficiency using PC based

applications (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook). Prefer experience with Net Suite and associated

applications.