Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Remote

Employer:	Whataburger
Category:	General Business
Job Type:	Full Time
Description
Welcome to Whataburger Careers! The Strategic Sourcing Specialist is responsible for supporting the sourcing and procurement functions within the company by analyzing and optimizing the supply chain, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and implementing strategic sourcing events. The specialist works closely with internal teams, suppliers, and stakeholders to ensure the procurement process is efficient, cost-effective, and aligned with the company's goals. Total Rewards: Competitive Weekly Pay Bonus Program with 250% Upside Potential Performance for Pay Program - Eligibility to Receive a Pay Increase Once a Year, Based on Performance Opportunities for Career Development and Growth Healthcare and Life Insurance Benefits Paid Time Off - 5 Weeks on Day 1 Flex Weeks - Remote Work Arrangement Paid Corporate Holidays 401(k) Savings Plan with a Competitive Company Match Paid Parental Leave - Subject to Eligibility Requirements Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Scholarship Program - You and Your Dependents are Eligible! Whataburger Family Foundation (Hardship Grant Assistance) Discounted Meals For You and a Guest Wireless Service Discounts Computer & Software Discounts Fitness / Gym Discounts Awards and Recognition For All You Do Retirement Celebration Program Responsibilities: Advanced in excel, with the ability to assemble and analyze data to make numerical recommendations Standard knowledge of powerpoint, needs to have the ability to put together high-level summaries for executive teams Manages communication/data between internal team and external suppliers Assists and supports the Leadership Team in ensuring that daily, weekly, quarterly, and annual goals are met through analytics, strong communication and follow-up. Identifies process improvements and manages projects. Facilitates RFP sourcing events for an array of product categories, both food and non food Assumes additional responsibilities as assigned. Education : Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required Experience: Experience in financial analysis critical 3+ years' experience preferably in restaurant industry Knowledge, Skills & Abilities: Advanced in MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point and Visio (as applicable) Proficiency in Workday (as applicable) Ability to communicate well with the general public and experience in establishing and maintaining an effective working relationship with management, vendors, and co-workers Ability to work in a team environment Working Conditions/Travel Requirements: Expected to work the necessary time to satisfactorily fulfill job responsibilities Must be able to report to work timely and as required by operational/business needs Must be able to work a full-time schedule and work outside of normal business hours when necessary Some travel, both locally and long distances, (including air travel), to worksites, meeting sites, and other locations may be necessary 300 Concord Plaza Dr San Antonio TX 78216-6903

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Strategic Sourcing Specialist

Remote

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