Procurement Analyst

The Company

Inno-Pak is a leader in sustainable, eco-friendly, and compostable food packaging, including the Compostable INNOBOX EDGE™. As the demand for environmentally responsible products grows, we’re expanding our Supply Chain team to support this momentum. If you're analytical, detail-oriented, and ready to grow your career in a purpose-driven industry, this role is for you.

Location: Onsite – Inno-Pak at Delaware, Ohio

About the Role

The Procurement Analyst will be responsible for data processing for inbound purchased finished goods and in-transit inventory along with maintaining purchase order receipts & reconciliation, import container processing in our ERP/database, assist/support the buyers/planners in PO discrepancies and working with logistics import container customs clearance. The successful candidate must be flexible and multi-task oriented with strong attention to detail.

What You’ll Do

• Responsible for the data processing of import containers, PO receipts, & in-transit inventory tracking
• Controls the flow of import materials from container shipment, through customs clearance and delivery
• Ensure accuracy with supplier shipment – PO match. Analyze and minimize supplier discrepancies
• Manage Inno-Pak import container database – process new PO receipts into in-transit inventory. Track containers and update ETA based on tracing system.
• Enters Freight & Customs invoices on daily basis. Acts as intermediary between supplier and customs/logistics in sharing documents and ensuring smooth process of inbound freight to delivery location.
• Acts proactively to minimize & prevent container bottlenecks due to payment status
• Backup resource to maintain supplier backorder (trouble) reports – updates ERP system, communicates discrepancies to buyer/planners
• Provides timely communication to internal team – Procurement, Customer Care, Sales, Logistics, Accounting
• Maintains centralized Import Logistics email account – invoices, shipping documents, container notifications
• Implements and drives efficiency, policies and procedures
• Aids in other procurement tasks including new item setup, new vendor setup, and BOM setup/maintenance.
• Ability to work in fast paced environment interacting with internal stakeholders, suppliers, logistics and customs brokers
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned

What You Bring

Required

• BA or BS in Supply Chain or Business is preferred
• Min 1 yrs business, analysis, and critical thinking experience
• Import/Export background
• Advanced Excel and analytical modeling skills
• Solid business/professional acumen and strong analytic and critical thinking skills
• Strong problem solving skills, ability to analyze multiple variables and define practical solutions
• Strong sense of urgency and ownership
• Organized, detail-oriented and thorough with the ability to manage competing priorities
• Exhibits strong communication skills, both oral and written
• Ability to work independently, and within cross functional teams while displaying a customer service focus.

Preferred

• Excellent quantitative skills and technical aptitude
• Microsoft Office experience with proficiency with Excel, Access, Word & Outlook
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

BENEFITS

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off