Senior Procurement Analyst

MUSH is a people-first food company on a mission to fuel humanity with healthy food and positive energy. Founded in 2015, we believe that better food fuels better outcomes. Our lineup of refrigerated products: ready-to-eat overnight oats, oatmeal smoothie squeeze pouches, and protein bars are healthy, satiating, and convenient. If you aspire to make the world a little healthier and want to build a reputation of doing hard things well, MUSH may be a great place for you.

MUSH has expanded from local farmers’ markets to selling at thousands of retailers across the continent. We are seeking a high performer to join our Supply Chain Team as a Senior Analyst in Procurement. This individual will play a key role in managing and improving our procurement operations to support the continued growth and success of the business. 

Role Description 

As a Senior Analyst in Procurement, you will be responsible for procurement operations and supplier relationship management. A successful candidate will learn existing best practices and then improve them to drive efficiencies, improve relationships, and support company objectives. In addition to materials planning, you will be instrumental in Research & Development projects converting ideas to new items in the market. 

TACTICAL: To excel tactically, the successful candidate will need to be a learner: detail-oriented and data-obsessed. 

RELATIONSHIPS: To excel in relationship management, the successful candidate will need to be a confident communicator and be comfortable managing competing priorities. 

Key Responsibilities:

Procurement Operations:

• Use existing ERP systems and procurement tools to track purchases, monitor budgets, and ensure on-time delivery.
• Prepare regular reports on procurement KPIs, supplier performance, and market trends to support key business decisions.
• Collaborate with warehouse inventory control personnel and production to ensure material availability and system accuracy. 

Supplier Relationship Management:

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, ensuring a consistent and reliable supply chain for all materials and services.
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve quality or sourcing issues. 
• Conduct supplier performance reviews to evaluate service and identify opportunities for improvements.
• Identify and explore opportunities for cost reduction. Assist in negotiating contract terms with suppliers.

Experience Requirements: 

• 2 years of functional experience 
• Exceptional proficiency in Google Suite and Microsoft Excel 
• Experience using procurement software a plus
• Proclivity for operations and interest in lean manufacturing a plus

Salary range: $70,000 to $95,000 Annual Bonus Potential. Bonus payments are contingent on the Company Individual achieving performance goals. Compensation estimates are provided in good faith at the time of job posting. Job offers may vary based on the candidate’s education, certifications, job-related knowledge, skill, and experience. MUSH may pay more or less than the posted range. This range may be modified in the future.

Benefits & Perks:

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• Life insurance
• 401k plan including 4% matching
• Unlimited PTO
• 9 Holidays
• Unlimited MUSH in office
• Company swag

Cultural Requirements: 

• Embody MUSH’s Core Values.
• Team and customer first mentality.
• Teammate: know when to follow, know when to lead; always serving others. 
• Beginner’s Mind: provide possibilities, options, and solutions.
• Communicator: use tact and precision to communicate ideas, issues, and feedback.
• Self-Starter: there is no turn-key manual for success, you are helping to build one.
• Results Driven: you demand results, and focus on the robust processes that yield them. 
• Attention to Detail: unwavering discipline with little things that make big differences. 
• Relationship Builder: customer first mentality with all internal & external counterparts. 
• Problem Solver: expect the unexpected; be agile & effective in combating issues. 
• Thrive on Adversity: our goals are lofty and our values are grounded in humility. We bite off more than we can chew and roll our sleeves up when the situation calls for it. 
• Fun: check the fun box every day. Love what you do & do it well.