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  • Associate Procurement Sourcing Analyst

  • Dart Container
  • Lansing, Michigan 48911 United States View Map

Summary

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Launch Your Career in Strategic Procurement & Capital ProjectsAre you ready to turn data into decisions, build supplier relationships, and help bring major business investments to life?Dart is seeking an Associate Procurement Sourcing Analyst to join our Capital Procurement team. In this role, you'll support the sourcing and procurement activities behind critical capital investments, including manufacturing equipment, facility expansions, automation projects, engineering services, and infrastructure improvements.This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a long-term career in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Operations, or Project Management.What You'll DoAs an Associate Procurement Sourcing Analyst, you'll provide procurement execution and sourcing support across a diverse portfolio of capital projects and supplier relationships. Your responsibilities will include:Reviewing purchase requisitions and creating purchase orders that support capital projects and operational needsSupporting sourcing events through RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs while coordinating supplier communications and proposal activitiesBuilding bid analyses and commercial comparisons that help procurement leaders make informed business decisionsCoordinating supplier onboarding, compliance verification, and confidentiality agreementsPartnering with Finance, Engineering, Legal, Operations, Accounts Payable, and suppliers to keep projects moving forwardInvestigating and resolving invoice discrepancies and procurement-related issuesAnalyzing procurement and supplier data using Power BI and other business tools to identify trends and opportunitiesMaintaining procurement plans, dashboards, sourcing documentation, supplier records, and project trackersWorking directly with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support project milestones, sourcing initiatives, and continuous improvement effortsWhat We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Analytics, or a related fieldStrong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with dataExcellent communication and organizational skillsStrong attention to detail and process disciplineAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentInitiative, curiosity, and a desire to learnPreferred QualificationsInternship, co-op, or early career experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing, supply chain, project coordination, or operationsExperience supporting RFQs, RFPs, purchase orders, supplier communications, or contract administrationExposure to SAP, Power BI, or other ERP systemsAnalytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insightsInterest in manufacturing, supplier management, and capital projectsWhy Join Dart?At Dart, you'll work on projects that shape the future of our manufacturing operations while developing skills that can take your career in many directions. This role offers direct exposure to sourcing strategy, supplier engagement, commercial analysis, and project procurement, creating a strong foundation for future opportunities within procurement and supply chain leadership.Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We're a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we're proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at(800) 545-3278Ext 3370 or email us atADArequests@dart.biz.Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.If you experience difficultyapplyingonline, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.Job Segment: Recent Graduate, RFP, Pre-Sales, Intern, ERP, Entry Level, Sales, Technology#J-18808-Ljbffr

Job Description

Select how often (in days) to receive an alert:Launch Your Career in Strategic Procurement & Capital ProjectsAre you ready to turn data into decisions, build supplier relationships, and help bring major business investments to life?Dart is seeking an Associate Procurement Sourcing Analyst to join our Capital Procurement team. In this role, you'll support the sourcing and procurement activities behind critical capital investments, including manufacturing equipment, facility expansions, automation projects, engineering services, and infrastructure improvements.This is an ideal opportunity for a recent graduate or early-career professional looking to build a long-term career in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain, Operations, or Project Management.What You'll DoAs an Associate Procurement Sourcing Analyst, you'll provide procurement execution and sourcing support across a diverse portfolio of capital projects and supplier relationships. Your responsibilities will include:Reviewing purchase requisitions and creating purchase orders that support capital projects and operational needsSupporting sourcing events through RFIs, RFQs, and RFPs while coordinating supplier communications and proposal activitiesBuilding bid analyses and commercial comparisons that help procurement leaders make informed business decisionsCoordinating supplier onboarding, compliance verification, and confidentiality agreementsPartnering with Finance, Engineering, Legal, Operations, Accounts Payable, and suppliers to keep projects moving forwardInvestigating and resolving invoice discrepancies and procurement-related issuesAnalyzing procurement and supplier data using Power BI and other business tools to identify trends and opportunitiesMaintaining procurement plans, dashboards, sourcing documentation, supplier records, and project trackersWorking directly with suppliers and internal stakeholders to support project milestones, sourcing initiatives, and continuous improvement effortsWhat We're Looking ForRequired QualificationsBachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Engineering, Operations, Analytics, or a related fieldStrong Microsoft Excel skills and comfort working with dataExcellent communication and organizational skillsStrong attention to detail and process disciplineAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentInitiative, curiosity, and a desire to learnPreferred QualificationsInternship, co-op, or early career experience in procurement, sourcing, purchasing, supply chain, project coordination, or operationsExperience supporting RFQs, RFPs, purchase orders, supplier communications, or contract administrationExposure to SAP, Power BI, or other ERP systemsAnalytical mindset with the ability to translate data into actionable insightsInterest in manufacturing, supplier management, and capital projectsWhy Join Dart?At Dart, you'll work on projects that shape the future of our manufacturing operations while developing skills that can take your career in many directions. This role offers direct exposure to sourcing strategy, supplier engagement, commercial analysis, and project procurement, creating a strong foundation for future opportunities within procurement and supply chain leadership.Overview: Dart makes everyday products that give people the freedom to enjoy the food & drinks they love, wherever they are. From to-go containers and dinnerware to tamper-evident food packaging and even the red SOLO cup, Dart products have been keeping people on the go and having fun for 65 years. We're a family-owned, family-focused company of 12,000 employees united by a shared set of values and dedicated to providing exceptional customer service. Headquartered in Mason, MI, with 30 locations in three countries, we're proud of our ability to innovate, manufacture and lead the way with each new generation of quality products.Benefits: Dart Container full-time employees enjoy great benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with company matching contributions, paid vacation, paid holidays, short-term disability, tuition assistance, product discounts and more.Dart Container is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are subject to a drug test (excluding THC*/marijuana/cannabis) and background check at the time of offer.*THC testing ONLY when such testing is required by law.Dart Container is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all candidates for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.If you have a disability and need an accommodation to access this website or for the application process, you should call Dart at(800) 545-3278Ext 3370 or email us atADArequests@dart.biz.Relay calls can be made by dialing 711 or the relay number for your state.If you experience difficultyapplyingonline, you may call (800) 545-3278 Ext 3390 or email us at applicationassistance@dart.biz for assistance.Job Segment: Recent Graduate, RFP, Pre-Sales, Intern, ERP, Entry Level, Sales, Technology#J-18808-Ljbffr

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