Analyst IV A-Brands Sourcing

Ahold Delhaize USA, a division of global food retailer Ahold Delhaize, is part of the U.S. family of brands, which also includes five leading omnichannel grocery brands – Food Lion, Giant Food, The GIANT Company, Hannaford and Stop & Shop. Ahold Delhaize USA associates support the brands with a wide range of services, including Finance, Legal, Sustainability, Commercial, Digital and E-commerce, Technology and more.

Quincy, MA

Ahold Delhaize USA

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Full Time

424064

Overview: The Analyst IV, A-Brands Sourcing is responsible for leading and managing center store cross-brand meetings, ensuring key initiatives and outcomes are successfully executed. This role involves strategic planning, organization, and coordination to drive milestone achievement and business impact.<br /><br />This position oversees all aspects of Center Store Sourcing analytics and financial insights for assigned categories, working closely with the Brands Analytics team. It plays a key role in identifying opportunities related to critical KPIs (S4OC, Trade Rates, and Trade Dollars) in collaboration with cross-brand partners.<br /><br />The analyst supports major business initiatives-including cost negotiations, RFPs, value capture, and process enhancements-by developing and leveraging tools that drive financial results. Additionally, they facilitate semi-weekly cross-brand meetings to share best practices, address key business concerns, and foster collaboration across teams.<br /><br />As a key business partner, this role contributes to long-range planning, identifies emerging opportunities, and analyzes market trends to support share growth and business strategy.<br /><br />Our flexible/ hybrid work schedule includes 3 in-person days at one of our core locations and 2 remote days.&nbsp; Our core office locations include Salisbury, NC, Quincy, MA, Carlisle, PA, Scarborough, ME, Hyattsville, MD
Responsibilities: <ul> <li>Project Planning &amp; Management: Develop and oversee detailed project plans, ensuring alignment with scope, objectives, deliverables, and timelines. Manage key project deliverables (e.g., Omni Reviews, CPN, scaled activities) and ensure financial expectations are met.</li> <li>Strategic Collaboration: Drive the strategic direction of the assigned HUB by fostering collaboration among category managers to maximize scale and efficiency.</li> <li>Performance Excellence: Deliver high-quality, data-driven insights and solutions, contributing subject matter expertise and problem-solving capabilities to assigned categories.</li> <li>Trusted Thought Partnership: Act as a key peer to Category Management teams, facilitating cross-brand workshops and identifying opportunities for size and scale efficiencies across ADUSA, beyond individual GLBs. Serve as a subject matter expert for assigned categories and key vendors.</li> <li>Data-Driven Negotiation Support: Analyze and synthesize data from Fact Packs/Omni Decks to generate insights and provide advanced analytical support to category teams. Champion strategic opportunities for growth, investment optimization, and cost savings.</li> <li>Best Practice Sharing &amp; Training: Lead training, onboarding, and skill development initiatives for new A Brands associates, ensuring knowledge transfer and continuous improvement within the team.</li> <li>System Expertise &amp; Analytics: Utilize analytical tools (DSS, PowerBI, Circana, etc.) to identify key insights and opportunities that drive financial results for ADUSA.</li> <li>Process Optimization: Continuously refine and improve sourcing processes, challenging traditional engagement models with CPGs to drive better outcomes. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance team efficiency and overall sourcing effectiveness.</li> <li>Personal Development &amp; Continuous Learning: Maintain an Individual Development Plan, participate in ongoing learning and training opportunities, and adapt to evolving business needs.</li> <li>Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned to support business needs and uphold company values.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis until the end of their appointment</li> <li>Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience.</li> <li>6+ years of experience in sourcing, negotiation, category management, or vendor management (preferred).</li> <li>Strong understanding of financial principles, including P&amp;L management and the impact of sourcing decisions.</li> <li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams, SharePoint), with expertise in leveraging advanced features.</li> <li>Proven expertise in sourcing and negotiation strategies.</li> <li>Strong project management and facilitation skills.</li> <li>Experience in change management and driving process improvements.</li> </ul> <br /><br />ME/NC/PA/SC Salary Range: $90,800 - $138,960 <br /><br />IL/MA/MD Salary Range: $104,400 - $159,720