Analyst II, Global Procurement Solutions

Location: Ahmedabad India
Function: Global Procurement Services (GPS)
Company: Kraft Heinz

Kraft Heinz is seeking a highly motivated Analyst II Procurement (B15) to support strategic sourcing and purchasing activities across global procurement categories. The role will be responsible for securing and analyzing quotations negotiating pricing and commercial terms with U.S. and international suppliers and ensuring timely procurement of fixed assets materials parts tooling equipment and services.

The successful candidate will collaborate with global stakeholders suppliers and cross-functional teams to drive value creation supplier performance cost optimization and process excellence while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and business objectives.

• Obtain evaluate and analyze supplier quotations for materials equipment tooling fixed assets and services.
• Negotiate pricing commercial terms delivery schedules and service agreements with suppliers subject to management approval.
• Support RFx activities supplier selection bid evaluations and contract execution.
• Ensure procurement activities align with category strategies and business requirements.

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with U.S. and international suppliers.
• Monitor supplier performance related to quality service cost innovation and delivery.
• Support supplier issue resolution and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist in supplier qualification onboarding and risk assessment activities.

• Conduct cost analysis benchmarking and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) evaluations.
• Identify opportunities for savings value engineering and procurement efficiencies.
• Track sourcing benefits and support realization of procurement savings targets.
• Analyze market trends commodity movements and supply chain dynamics to support sourcing decisions.

• Partner closely with Operations Engineering Supply Chain Finance and Business stakeholders.
• Provide procurement guidance and recommendations to support business objectives.
• Support capital projects and procurement requirements across assigned categories.

• Ensure compliance with Kraft Heinz procurement policies procedures and contracting standards.
• Maintain procurement documentation and audit-ready records.
• Support contract administration and supplier governance processes.

• Drive standardization and automation initiatives within procurement operations.
• Identify opportunities to improve sourcing efficiency supplier collaboration and reporting accuracy.
• Support digital procurement tools and analytics-driven decision-making.

• Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Procurement Engineering Business Administration Commerce or a related field.
• Professional procurement certifications (CPSM CIPS ISM or equivalent) are a plus.

• 35 years of experience in Procurement Strategic Sourcing Purchasing or Supply Chain.
• Experience negotiating with global suppliers and managing sourcing events.
• Exposure to Capital Procurement Direct Materials Indirect Procurement or Services categories preferred.
• Experience in a global business services/shared services environment is advantageous.

• Strong sourcing supplier negotiation and contract management skills.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Experience with SAP Ariba Coupa Jaggaer or similar procurement platforms.
• Advanced Excel and procurement analytics/reporting skills.
• Understanding of procurement best practices and supplier performance management.

• Commercial Acumen
• Negotiation & Influencing
• Stakeholder Management
• Supplier Relationship Management
• Analytical Thinking
• Results Orientation
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Collaboration Across Global Teams

At Kraft Heinz you will have the opportunity to work with global procurement teams influence sourcing strategies and drive measurable business impact while partnering with some of the worlds leading suppliers. Join us in creating a culture of ownership innovation and excellence.

Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes.