Sourcing Analyst

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The Sourcing Analyst supports West Bend's enterprise vendor management function by enabling and execuiting contract and vendor lifecycle activities, including contract negotiations, sourcing events, lifecycle governance, and commercial and pricing analysis.  This role partners colsely with internal stakeholders and senior leaders to ensure vendor and contract management processes are consistent, data-driven, and aligned with enterprise objectives.  The Sourcing Analyst applies analytical, commercial, and negotiation expertise to support effective vendor selection, contract outcomes, and ongoing vendor performance in alignment with enterprise standards and governance.

This position offers both remote and hybrid work locations.  Candidates who reside within 50 miles of an office location (West Bend, Madison, Appleton) will be offered a hybrid work schedule.  Candidates who are fully remote (beyond 50 miles) may occasionally be asked to travel to an office location for in-person engagement activities such as team meetings, training and corporate events. 

The internal deadline to apply is 3/5/26.  External applications will be accepted on a rolling basis while the position remains open.

Key Responsibilities:

· Support and/or lead sourcing events, which may include RFIs, RFPs and competitive bid processes, in partnership with    

  internal stakeholders.

· Conduct commercial, pricing, and spend analysis to support sourcing recommendations, contract negotiations, and 

  vendor selection decisions.

· Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, amendments, and renewals in collaboration with Legal, Vendor Management and 

  internal stakeholders.

· Support contract and vendor lifecycle governance activities, including onboarding, performance monitoring, issue 

  resolution, and renewals. 

· Maintain accurate vendor, contract, and sourcing documentation within contract management systems.

· Prepare analyses, summaries, and recommendations for leadership to support sourcing, vendor and contract-related    

  decisions.

· Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure sourcing and contract activities align with enterprise policies, risk considerations    and business objectives.

· Identify opportunities for process improvement, standardization, and enhanced data quality within sourcing and vendor 

  management activities.

Preferred Experience and Skills:

· 3+ years of procurement, contract, sourcing, or vendor management experience.

· Knowledge of contract terms, conditions, and legal requirements and regulations.

· Demonstrated experience supporting or leading sourcing events, contract negotiations, or vendor selection processes.

· Strong analytical skills, including experience with spend analysis, pricing models, or financial evaluation of vendor            proposals

· Ability to translate data and analytics into clear recommendations for internal stakeholders and leadership.

· Experience working cross-functionally with Legal, Finance, Information Technology and internal stakeholders.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills.

· Ability to manage multiple priorities.

· High attention to detail and judgment.

· Approachable with strong listening skills.

· P & C Insurance or Technology category experience preferred.

Preferred Education and Training

· Bachelor’s degree, equivalent experience, or combination

The salary range for this position is $77,204-$108,087.
  
The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity.  Compensation decisions are made by West Bend and are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.

West Bend offers a comprehensive benefit plan including but not limited to:   

• Medical & Prescription Insurance  

• Health Savings Account  

• Dental Insurance  

• Vision Insurance  

• Short and Long Term Disability  

• Flexible Spending Accounts  

• Life and Accidental Death & Disability   

• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance  

• Employee Assistance Program  

• 401(k) Plan with Company Match  

• Pet Insurance  

• Paid Time Off. Standard first year PTO is 17 days, pro-rated based on month of hire. Enhanced PTO may be available for experienced candidates 

• Bonus eligible based on performance  

• West Bend will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for Colorado employees, in accordance with its plans and policies.

West Bend provides equal employment opportunities to all associates and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and promotion.

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