Candy/Seasonal Assistant Sourcing Contractor - Ultimate Staffing : Job Details

Candy/Seasonal Assistant Sourcing Contractor

Pay: $31.00/hr.

Contract 6+ mos.

M-F 8am-5pm

Austin locals - will work hybrid until New Year then FT onsite

Job Description

Responsibilities:

· Supports Sourcing Leader in operating as a subject matter expert in their product category sourced, inclusive of industry knowledge, familiarity with suppliers and broader industry.

· Serves as a champion of Organics, Fair Trade, Animal Welfare, Sustainability and Quality Standards and the Natural Foods Industry to advance the mission of the company.

· Maintains and updates appropriate system(s) content and helps with other documentation and reporting as assigned.

· Supports Sourcing Leader in weekly, monthly and quarterly financial and root cause analysis.

· Collaborates with Global Assistant Category Merchant stakeholders on achieving category tasks and goals.

· Develops and nurtures key strategic partnerships and strong working knowledge of the supplier and industry landscape.

· Partners with Global Purchasing Teams, Distribution, and Regions to ensure alignment to and execution within the broader context of the overall category management strategy.

· Understands customer trends and stays focused on competitive landscape utilizing internal and external resources.

· Communicates, represents, and upholds Whole Foods Market core values and leadership principles to all stakeholders.

· Provides accurate and complete information in reports and communications.

· Collaborates with Exclusive Brands Support teams to drive continuous process improvement.

· Participates in mentoring and training new team members.

· Accountable for positively impacting team collaboration and group effectiveness.

· Willing to travel up to 10% of the time.

· Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Detail-oriented with strong planning, prioritization and execution skills.
• Team player with a positive attitude and ability to manage in ambiguity.
• Self-motivated and takes initiative to ensure deadlines are met.
• Ability to work independently and in a group.
• Ability to deal effectively and comfortably with various stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Passion for Organics, Fair Trade, Quality Standards and the Natural Foods industry.
• Strong skills utilizing Microsoft Office applications.
• Familiar with category management and/or Private Label Product Lifecycle concepts, practices and procedures.
• Demonstrates intellectual and analytical curiosity.
• Able to read financial reports, spot business trends and assess underlying drivers of results.
• Familiar with financial goals and guidelines.
• Demonstrates a desire for continuous learning and sharpening this skill.
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal and listening.
• Understands necessity of tailoring communication to meet audience needs.

Education & Experience: BA/BS degree and 2-4 years' relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance. For unincorporated Los Angeles county, to the extent our customers require a background check for certain positions, the Company faces a significant risk to its business operations and business reputation unless a review of criminal history is conducted for those specific job positions.