Senior Procurement Analyst

At YETI, we believe that time spent outdoors matters more than ever and our gear can make that time extraordinary. When you work here, you’ll have the opportunity to create exceptional, meaningful work and problem solve with innovative team members by your side. Together, you’ll help our customers get the high-quality gear they need to make the most of their adventures. We are BUILT FOR THE WILD™. About the Role The Senior Procurement Analyst   is responsible for   supporting the development and execution of strategic sourcing, supplier management, spend analysis, and procurement optimization initiatives across a broad range of indirect and direct spend categories. This role partners with business stakeholders, Finance, Legal, and suppliers to   identify   value creation opportunities, improve procurement processes, support sourcing events, and drive effective supplier governance. The Sr. Procurement Analyst applies deep procurement knowledge and analytical   expertise   to evaluate spend, develop insights, support contract and supplier management activities, and recommend solutions that improve operational efficiency, mitigate risk, and deliver business value. This position works with minimal direction and collaborates closely with procurement leadership to support strategic procurement   objectives   and continuous improvement initiatives. What You'll Do Strategic Sourcing & Procurement Support  Support the development and execution of sourcing strategies across assigned categories.   Conduct market research, supplier evaluations, benchmarking, and spend assessments to   identify   opportunities for cost optimization and value creation.   Assist   in the planning and execution of competitive sourcing events, including RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and supplier negotiations.   Analyze supplier proposals and develop recommendations based on business requirements, commercial considerations, and risk factors.   Partner with stakeholders to align procurement activities with business priorities and operational needs.   Spend Analysis & Insights  Analyze procurement, supplier, and spend data to   identify   trends, risks, savings opportunities, and process improvement initiatives.   Develop reports, dashboards, and presentations that   provide   actionable insights to procurement and business leaders.   Monitor category performance and procurement metrics to measure results and support decision-making.   Identify   opportunities for supplier consolidation, demand management, and improved purchasing leverage.   Supplier Relationship Management  Support the management of supplier relationships and performance across key vendor partnerships.   Track supplier performance against service, quality, delivery, and contractual commitments.   Participate in supplier business reviews and governance activities.   Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve operational issues and improve supplier effectiveness.   Contract & Risk Management  Support contract lifecycle activities, including contract review, administration, renewals, and compliance monitoring.   Partner with Legal and business stakeholders to   facilitate   contract execution and maintain required documentation.   Assist   in   identifying   and mitigating supplier-related risks, including operational, financial, and compliance risks.   Ensure procurement activities   comply with   company policies, procedures, and governance requirements.   Cross-Functional Partnership  Build effective working relationships with stakeholders across business functions.   Provide   procurement guidance, recommendations, and analytical support to internal customers.   Collaborate with Finance, Legal, Operations, and other functional teams to support enterprise initiatives.   Contribute to procurement process improvements and capability-building efforts.   Procurement Excellence & Continuous Improvement  Support the implementation   of procurement   best practices, tools, and methodologies.   Identify   opportunities to streamline processes, improve efficiency, and enhance stakeholder experience.   Maintain   accurate   procurement and supplier information within applicable systems and reporting tools.   Participate in special projects and strategic initiatives as assigned.   What You Bring Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain , Business, Finance, Economics, Operations, or a related field strongly preferred; equivalent experience considered.   8+ years of procurement, strategic sourcing, category management, supply chain, vendor management, finance, or related business experience.   Experience supporting sourcing events, supplier negotiations, spend analytics, and supplier management activities.   Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable recommendations.   Experience working with contracts, supplier agreements, and procurement processes.   Ability to influence stakeholders and build effective partnerships across multiple functions.   Strong communication , presentation, and relationship management skills .   Proficiency   with Microsoft Excel, procurement systems, spend analytics tools, and reporting platforms.   Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.   Benefits & Perks: Click here to learn about the benefits and perks we offer at YETI. YETI is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our commitment to creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is at the center of everything we do for our employees. We embrace all applicants looking to bring their authentic selves to YETI and contribute to our mission of keeping the wild WILD. Find out more about our commitment to DE&I at yeti.com/esg.html. All applicants for employment will be considered without regard to an individual’s