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SpartanNash IT Procurement Analyst in Byron Center, Michigan

At SpartanNash, we deliver the ingredients for a better life through customer-focused innovation. We do this for our supply chain customers and U.S. military commissaries, retail store guests and, most importantly, our Associates. In fact, we see a day when each will say, "I can't live without them." Our SpartanNash family of Associates is 17,500 strong, ranging from bakery managers to order selectors; from IT developers to vice presidents of finance; from HR Business Partners to export specialists. Each of them plays an integral role in SpartanNash's People First culture, Operational Excellence and Insights that Drive Solutions. Ready to contribute to the success of our food solutions company? Apply now! Location: 850 76th Street S.W. - Byron Center, Michigan 49315 Job Description: Position Summary: The IT Procurement Analyst will report directly to the Sr. IT Procurement Manager and will be responsible for planning, executing and finalizing procurement requests for technology spend at SpartanNash. This includes acquiring hardware, software, and professional services for IT driven initiatives. Here's what you'll do: * Monitor and analyze trends in company spending and inventory control in order to make recommendations for the future, and to identify areas for possible savings. * Assist in establishing, implementing, and enforcing guidelines, and service level agreements to the organization. * Comply with purchasing policies and procedures, including those for hardware, software, and services in conjunction with department leads and department-specific requirements. * Interview, identify, and qualify potential new vendors or suppliers in order to secure more cost-effective sources of products and services. * Resolve receiving and invoice discrepancies. * Help define purchasing recommendations that support business goals, in collaboration with stakeholders. * Negotiate pricing, terms and conditions of sale, and warranties of goods and products with key suppliers and vendors. * Work closely with legal and stakeholders to develop and execute new contracts or improve existing contracts. * Monitor vendor, service provider, outsourcer, and/or contractor performance to ensure quality of service. * Provide periodic oversight and execution of vendor requalification. * Establish and maintain written and in-person communications with stakeholders regarding pertinent sourcing activities. * Effectively communicate procurement strategies to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion. * As needed, coordinate deliveries and installations * Assist in completing Purchase Orders, and coding invoices. Here's what you'll need: * Bachelor's Degree (Required) in Business Administration required or equivalent combination of education and/or experience. * 2 years direct work experience in a purchasing or procurement capacity. * Familiarity with purchase management software. * General knowledge of accounting, finance and IT. * Ability to deal tactfully with vendors, suppliers, and contractors who provide a broad spectrum of products and services. * Persuasive, and diplomatic. * Excellent planning skills, well organized. * Works well in a fast paced, challenging environment. * Problem solving and decision-making abilities. * Excellent communication skills a must. * Proficient in MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Teams, Excel etc.) * Must be able to learn, understand, and apply new technologies. * Role can be based in Grand Rapids, MI, or Norfolk, VA. Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. As part of our People First culture, SpartanNash is proud to offer a robust and competitive Total Rewards benefits package. SpartanNash is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veteran

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