Sourcing Analyst

At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their dreams.  We are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse workforce, reflecting the communities we serve.

If you are ready to make a difference as part of the world’s greatest sports team, apply to join our team today!

OVERVIEW:

Finance at DICK’S Sporting Goods – we’re more than just a team of people behind excel spreadsheets. We are fiduciaries driving financial excellence for our teammates, athletes and shareholders. We are trusted business partners guiding decisions & strategy, delivering meaningful business insights, and leading with innovative ideas. 

Here at DICK’S, we’re building a diverse Finance culture that differentiates us as a career destination that will consistently challenge and reward. On our team, you’ll focus on relentless improvement and innovation to support our growing business. Learn more about #DSGFinance here:  https://bit.ly/3nnLkvG

Role Responsibilities:

• Provide project management support for each strategic sourcing event. This includes timeline management, preparing key communication and ensuring timely completion of action items.

• Manage all up-front data collection and cleansing efforts.  This includes developing and validating the scope of work, specifics and requirements, and financial baseline for the strategic sourcing event and building cost breakdown documents

• Conduct supplier, industry and market  research for assigned categories to assist in sourcing strategy development.

• Develop and prepare all sourcing event documentation within Dick’s eSourcing technology.  Manage the communication cadence with the suppliers throughout the duration of the strategic sourcing event.  This includes training all suppliers on Dick’s eSourcing platform and the eAuction (if applicable) and any additional meetings/presentations pre & post event.  Develop accurate, detailed bid analysis at the conclusion of the strategic sourcing event and present to business stakeholders

• Assist with supplier negotiations on contracts, pricing, and payment terms which will involve working with legal, finance, risk, and other internal departments

• Develop strong working relationships with key business stakeholders and across the Non-Merchandise Procurement team.

• Interdepartmental activity (i.e. Staff Meeting, Continuous Improvement, training)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain, Economics, Finance, or related Business Field

• Three to five years of experience

• Sourcing & procurement exposure, Marketing spend category (preferred), data analytics, prior project management experience, retail experience (preferred)

• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and Powerpoint

• Sourcing & procurement technology (Ariba or equivalent)

• PeopleSoft Financials or equivalent

• Experience in spend data analytics

• Ability to work in a team environment

• Proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint and SharePoint (Preferred)

• Ability to multi-task and problem solve

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Demonstrated attention to details and deadlines    

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