Specialist Business Analyst

Payrate: $40.00 - $42.00/hr.Summary:We are seeking a highly analytical and strategic professional to play a critical role in optimizing procurement operations and driving long-term supply chain success. This position requires a data-driven approach, the ability to recognize industry trends, and a focus on continuous improvement to enhance procurement efficiency.In this vital role, you will balance both tactical execution and strategic planning, using analytics to make informed decisions, optimize supplier relationships, and proactively mitigate risks. You will be pivotal in shaping procurement strategies that align with business objectives, market trends, and evolving industry standards.Responsibilities

• Develop and implement forward-thinking procurement strategies to enhance supply chain efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and supplier reliability.
• Leverage industry insights and market intelligence to anticipate supply chain disruptions and identify emerging opportunities.
• Establish and manage long-term supplier partnerships, fostering collaboration for continuous improvement and innovation.
• Align procurement initiatives with global sourcing strategies, optimizing category management and standardizing best practices.
• Develop inventory strategies to support new product introductions, balancing implementation timelines with a focus on reducing scrap.
• Advance the New Product Introduction process to ensure harmonized raw material procurement strategies.
• Manage raw material ordering and support Bill of Materials (BOM) development per project timeline.
• Support reduction of abnormal scrap through strategic inventory policy.
• Manage raw material expiry, alternate material planning, and develop material re-supply strategies.
• Develop and maintain KPIs and performance dashboards to measure procurement efficiency, supplier reliability, and inventory optimization.
• Implement AI-driven or automated procurement solutions to enhance decision-making and operational effectiveness.
• Drive process improvements through data-driven insights, enhancing procurement efficiency, reducing lead times, and optimizing inventory levels.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising quality, compliance, or operational efficiency.
• Enhance supplier performance management, ensuring continuous improvement in quality, cost, and service levels.
• Assess procurement risks and proactively manage procurement active issues, ensuring resilience against supply chain disruptions.
• Ensure adherence to cGMP standards, industry regulations, and internal procurement policies.
• Engage with senior leadership to develop procurement roadmaps that align with corporate objectives.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Process Development, and Finance to ensure supply chain alignment with business needs.

Qualifications

• Association for Supply Chain Management (ASCM/APICS) certification or Six Sigma Black Belt.
• High proficiency with computer systems (SAP, Rapid Response, Excel, Smartsheet or comparable).
• Solid understanding of cGMP guidelines.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, data science, and optimization skills.
• Ability to distill complex data sets and problems into concise and actionable plans.
• Ability to influence and negotiate to resolve issues, gain consensus, and develop relationships tactfully and optimally.
• Self-motivation and ability to grow and learn new insights.
• Financial and business insight to evaluate and drive cost optimization opportunities.

Skills

• Experience in supply chain and procurement.
• Ability to recognize industry trends and focus on continuous improvement.

Pay Transparency: The typical base pay for this role across the U.S. is: $40.00 - $42.00 /hour. Non-exempt positions are eligible for overtime at a rate of 1.5 times the base hourly rate for all hours worked in excess of 40 in a work week, or as required by state or local law. Final offer amounts, within the base pay set forth above, are determined by factors including your relevant skills, education and experience. Full-time employees are eligible to select from different benefits packages. Packages may include medical, dental, and vision benefits, health savings accounts with qualified medical plan enrollment, 10 paid days off, 3 days paid bereavement leave, 401(k) plan participation with employer match, life and disability insurance, commuter benefits, dependent care flexible spending account, accident insurance, critical illness insurance, hospital indemnity insurance, accommodations and reimbursement for work travel, and discretionary performance or recognition bonus. Sick leave and mobile phone reimbursement provided based on state or local law.  Consent to Communication and Use of AI Technology: By submitting your application for this position and providing your email address(es) and/or phone number(s), you consent to receive text (SMS), email, and/or voice communication whether automated (including auto telephone dialing systems or automatic text messaging systems), pre-recorded, AI-assisted, or individually initiated from Aditi Consulting, our agents, representatives, or affiliates at the phone number and/or email address you have provided. These communications may include information about potential opportunities and information. Message and data rates may apply. Message frequency may vary. You represent and warrant that the email address(es) and/or telephone number(s) you provided to us belong to you and that you are permitted to receive calls, text (SMS) messages, and/or emails at these contacts. You also acknowledge and agree to Aditi Consulting LLC’s use of AI technology during the sourcing process, including calls from an AI Voice Recruiter. AI is used solely to gather data and does not replace human-based decision-making in employment decisions. Calls may be recorded. Consent is not a condition of purchasing any property, goods, or services. You may revoke your consent at any time by replying “STOP” to messages or by contacting

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