Procurement Analyst

Hungry for a career that's as rewarding as it is delicious?

At Aspire Bakeries, we don't just bake breads, cookies, and cakes-we create foods that bring people together. From La Brea Bakery artisan breads to Otis Spunkmeyer cookies, our products are enjoyed by millions every day. And behind every bite are talented manufacturing and support teams who take pride in their work and our food.

We're looking for hard-working people who bring integrity, creativity, and a passion for excellence to everything they do-whether that's on the bakery floor, in the office, or supporting customers. In return, we offer a workplace culture built on care, ownership, and growth-where your contributions matter and your career can rise as high as our bread loaves.

With 13 commercial bakeries across North America and a reputation as an industry leader, Aspire Bakeries is rising together with our people and our customers to be the best all-around bakery solution. If you're ready to grow with us, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love Working at Aspire Bakeries

Health & Wellness - Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance, plus voluntary options.

Work-Life Balance - Paid parental leave, generous PTO, and holidays to help you recharge.

Financial Security - Competitive 401(k) with immediate company match and disability coverage.

Growth & Development - Tuition reimbursement, learning programs, and career pathways.

Flexibility & Support - HSA and FSA plans for everyday expenses.

Recognition & Rewards - Performance incentives tied to bakery and company success.

About the Role

We are seeking a Procurement Analyst, Indirects to join our team in our Los Angeles, HQ. In this role, you will support and optimize Indirect Procurement processes by managing our SAP ECC, SAP SRM, and Ariba systems, resolving supplier and system issues, running RFx events, and ensuring accurate sourcing data for bakeries and internal stakeholders. You will play a key role in enhancing operational efficiency, vendor performance, and cross-functional collaboration across the organization.This role is hybrid onsite four days per week .

Compensation

Salary Range : $67,000-$72,000

Core Accountabilities (What You'll Be Doing)

Manage SAP ECC, SAP SRM, and Ariba data, including vendor records, RFX administration, conflict resolution, contract support, and procurement workflows.

Serve as a primary contact for bakeries, vendors, AP, IT, Engineering, and internal departments to resolve sourcing, registration, pricing, and availability questions.

Support sourcing projects, basic negotiations, supplier follow-up, and cross-functional initiatives led by Procurement leadership.

Conduct data analysis and data entry across procurement categories to strengthen decision-making and system accuracy.

Assist in the administration of RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs to support sourcing strategies.

Build strong relationships with bakery teams to understand business needs, anticipate changes, and ensure ERP accuracy.

Provide support for supply challenges and help coordinate alternative solutions.

Minimum Qualifications (What You Bring to the Table)

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Finance, or Accounting (preferred).

Strong communication skills in English (written and verbal).

Excellent critical thinking skills with the ability to structure and solve complex or ambiguous problems.

Strong research, problem-solving, and stakeholder communication abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.

Prior experience with SAP and Ariba (preferred).

Ability to work Central Time 8 AM-5 PM (equivalent to 6 AM-3 PM Pacific).

Ability to work onsite four days per week in a hybrid model.

Preferred Qualifications (Extra Ingredients for Success)

Experience supporting procurement, sourcing, or supply chain teams.

Familiarity with RFx processes and vendor management.

Strong customer service mindset when supporting internal and external stakeholders.

Ability to navigate ERP or procurement platforms and support system clean-ups or improvements.

Experience in manufacturing, food production, or multi-site operations.

Our Culture & Values

At Aspire Bakeries, great people make great food-and even greater workplaces. Our culture thrives on collaboration, diversity, ownership, and a shared passion for excellence. We support our teams, empower growth, and encourage everyone to bring their authentic selves to work.

Call to Action

Ready to grow your career with a company that values your work and your future?

Apply today and make an impact at Aspire Bakeries!

Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of starting pay will vary based on factors including location, shift, education, skill, and experience. The listed pay scale applies to candidates who meet the qualifications in this job description; additional compensation may be available for candidates who exceed those qualifications. For union-represented postings, pay is governed by collective bargaining agreements.

Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.