Sourcing Analyst

Location: 

King Of Prussia, PA, US, 19406

Company:  UGI Corporation
Remote Options:  Partial Work From Home

Requisition Number: 24086 

When you work for AmeriGas, you become a part of something BIG! Founded in 1959, AmeriGas is the nation’s premiere propane company, serving over 1.5 million residential, commercial, industrial and motor fuel propane customers. Together, over 6,500 dedicated professionals will deliver over 1 billion gallons of propane from 1,800+ distribution points across the United States.

Job Summary

This position will be hybrid out of Denver, PA Wyomissing, PA or King of Prussia, PA.

 

As part of the Global Corporate Services Category Management team, the Sourcing Analyst is responsible for supporting the development and implementation of Corporate Services category strategies, strategic sourcing efforts and the creation of requests for proposals (RFPs) using Ariba Sourcing and Contracts Modules. This role will track and analyze spend data out of the ERP and spend analytics tools to minimize the cost of acquiring goods and services and to ensure that services provided meet/exceed expectations. In addition to value delivery through competitive selection of supplier(s) by following UGI's strategic sourcing process and contracting based on established guidelines, this role supports compliance and risk mitigation activities across the company.
 

Duties and Responsibilities

  1. Create business analysis reports of contracts, contract spend using Microsoft applications e.g. Excel, Power BI, PowerPoint, etc. 
  2. Working with Category Management Team and Business Owners on data gathering for requests for proposals (RFPs). Create, analyze and manage setting up Ariba sourcing projects and working with SAP IT team on any technical requests to keep projects on schedule
  3. Develop an understanding of the external marketplace and conduct due diligence regarding prospective suppliers with the assistance of key stakeholders. Benchmark industry markets to support category strategies.
  4. Contract development and terms negotiation with selected suppliers
  5. Assist with the continual development and optimization of operating procedures

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  1. Familiarity with procurement systems and systems management, specific experience with SAP Ariba a plus
  2. Strong project management and process skills.  Ability to work independently and meet deadlines. Strong bias for action
  3. The ability to effectively convey complex and detailed information to a diverse population
  4. Strong analytical skills and attention to detail with demonstrated business/financial acumen
  5. Proficient with Windows applications, especially Excel (VLOOKUP, pivot tables)

Education and Experience

  • College Graduate BS in business related major
  • 3-5 years of procurement related experience
  • 2+ years of experience in a Procurement, Finance or Audit role a plus
  • ISM CPSM, CIPS, or similar is a plus    
  • Experienced working in a “Strategic Sourcing” environment

AmeriGas is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.  The Company does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, disability, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other legally protected class in its practices.

 

AmeriGas is a Drug Free Workplace. Candidates must be willing to submit to a pre-employment drug screen and a criminal background check. Successful applicants shall be required to pass a pre-employment drug screen as a condition of employment, and if hired, shall be subject to substance abuse testing in accordance with AmeriGas policies. As a federal contractor that engages in safety-sensitive work, AmeriGas cannot permit employees in certain positions to use medical marijuana, even if prescribed by an authorized physician.  Similarly, applicants for such positions who are actively using medical marijuana may be denied hire on that basis.


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