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Procurement Analyst

Procurement Analyst

EliorHouston, TX, United States
18 hours ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Procurement Analyst -SIM

The Role at a Glance

Elior North America is seeking a highly organized and collaborative Procurement Analyst -(SIM). This role supports the Education segment in critical areas of product and vendor compliance, service support, product availability and inventory, and account openings / closings.

This position will ensure that Elior Collegiate Dining’s foodservice operations remain compliant, efficient, and well-supported, directly impacting the quality of service delivered to clients and customers.

Working closely with Elior’s Procurement team, including the Director of Distribution, as well as Education segment leadership, this role will strengthen compliance, resolve service-related challenges, and support seamless unit openings and closings while driving operational efficiency across the foodservice segment.

What You’ll Be Doing

Compliance : Product & Vendor

  • Develop strategies to enhance product and vendor compliance within the foodservice industry.
  • Identify and address leakage opportunities at the district or unit level.
  • Provide reports on compliance percentages and opportunities for improvement.
  • Manage vendor requests and facilitate conversions to approved distribution programs.

Problem Solving & Service Support

  • Resolve service-related issues tied to food and supplies procurement.
  • Address financial issues such as incorrect invoices or distribution errors.
  • Support disaster preparedness and recovery activities to ensure continuity of foodservice.
  • Collaborate with ENA Quality Assurance to resolve food quality concerns.
  • Monitor product recalls to ensure unit compliance with notices.
  • Product Availability & Inventory

  • Partner with Procurement, Culinary, and Operations teams on planning and execution of business events.
  • Ensure product shifts and forecasts are executed accurately across foodservice operations.
  • Manage slow or excess inventory lists to minimize waste and costs.
  • Provide usage projections to distributors in coordination with segment teams.
  • Account Openings & Closings

  • Represent Procurement in opening calls with Operations teams.
  • Share vendor resources, policies, and systems for new foodservice units.
  • Ensure proper vendor setup in CORE and order platform readiness.
  • Notify vendors of new unit openings and closings, coordinating equipment pickup and outstanding invoices.
  • Segment-Specific Support

  • Execute additional procurement and operational activities as assigned by the segment.
  • What We’re Looking For

    Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Operations, or related field (preferred) or comparable professional experience
  • 3+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or foodservice operations.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook).
  • Excellent communication, organizational, and follow-up skills.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
  • Team player with a collaborative mindset.
  • Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience in food service operations, procurement, or distribution within a multi-unit organization.
  • Knowledge of vendor compliance programs and food service distribution systems.
  • Work Location

    This position is based within the Education segment under Elior North America. Some travel to foodservice units within the segment may be required.

    This position may be based in Houston, TX; Pittsburgh, PA; Minneapolis, MN; or Jackson, MS. The corporate office in Houston is located at 4920 Westway Park Blvd, Suite 150. The role requires four days per week in the office, with the option to work remotely one day per week.

    Compensation

    Compensation for this role is $65,000.00 to $70,000.00 commensurate with experience.

    Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for full-time employees)
  • Voluntary UNUM coverage : Accident, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Commuter Benefits (Transit and Parking)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • Paid Sick Time
  • Holiday Pay (9 paid holidays)
  • Paid Time Off
  • Tuition Reimbursement (for full-time employees)
  • About Elior North America

    Elior North America is a leading food-focused organization providing dining and catering services across multiple industries, with segments including education, healthcare, business dining, and more.

    Elior North America is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

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