MA, Lynnfield, HPH
MA,Lynnfield, HPH
6 Kimball Ln
Lynnfield, MA 01940, USA

At HP Hood LLC, we celebrate our differences. Our diversity of people, backgrounds, experiences, thoughts and perspectives are fostered to create an inclusive work environment. We are at our best when we respect and value each other – One Team One Company!

Our culture is built on value commitments to innovation, quality, results, integrity, community, people, and collaboration that fosters a strong employee engagement, teamwork, safety and wellness. We offer a competitive benefits package that includes health, dental, vision, wellness programs, employee discounts, 401k matches, tuition reimbursement, ongoing development, advancement opportunities and more. This position is also eligible for our bonus program.

Founded in 1846, today HP Hood is one of the largest and most trusted food and beverage manufacturers in the United States. Our portfolio of national and super-regional brands and licensed products includes Hood, Heluva Good, Lactaid, Blue Diamond Almond Breeze, Planet Oat and more.

Job Summary:

The Strategic Sourcing Co-op will be an integral team member working with Strategic Sourcing Category Leads to support new and ongoing sourcing initiatives. These initiatives include such activities as contract management, research and data analysis. Additionally, this position will support key areas such as: Engineering, Procurement, Operations, Quality and Regulatory, and Marketing. The Co-op will aid in the maintenance of critical components within HP Hood systems to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulatory requirements.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Support the development and documentation of standard procedures
Implement projects in accordance with timeline
Communicate project updates and results and initiatives to internal stakeholders
Provide Category Leads monthly and ad hoc reports for spend, volume and trends
Support potential new packaging, innovation and sustainability projects
Request quotes from suppliers and help Sourcing Leads in their sourcing activities including the usage of software tools such as SAP and Ariba
Assist Category Leads by monitoring appropriate commodity markets and maintaining monthly cost changes
Research and evaluate potential new suppliers and their products
Management of Trace Gains data entries
Provide accurate information as needed for RFX (request for quote), audits, and cost savings reviews
Assist with creation and maintenance of Packaging and Ingredients specifications
Other responsibilities and duties as required

Education and Experience:

Candidate who is pursuing a business or engineering related Master’s degree
Minimum 3.0 GPA is preferred
Must have access to transportation to Lynnfield, MA
Must be able to work from January to June or July to December
Previous work/intern experience a plus
Previous work/intern experience with SAP/Ariba (preferred)

Skills and Competencies:

Proficient PC skills in Microsoft Office applications such as Excel, Word, Power Point and Outlook
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects and tasks assigned
Strong presentation and communications skills
Excellent attention to detail and organizational planning and follow-through abilities
Exceptional interpersonal skills and the ability to work with cross-functional teams
Demonstrated ability to work independently and as a team member

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

HP Hood is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Female/Minority/Veteran/Disabled

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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