Procurement Analyst - #1410953

Position Description:

This position manages broad buying activities to deliver a competitive advantage in cost, service, compliance, and innovation goals on behalf of Ameritas.

Position Location:

• This is a hybrid role working partially in-office (Lincoln, NE) and partially from home.
  
  
  

What you do:

• Facilitate and or/ lead buying activities that may include internal information gathering, analysis assessment for supplier agreement opportunities, and contract negotiation and review.
• Works with associates and departments when a problem arises with supplier relationship
• Responds to e-mails and phone calls from vendors and interacts with various associates to keep orders moving smoothly.
• Makes inquiries and evaluates suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, and availability.
• Prepares purchase orders, reviews requisitions for goods and services, and solicits bid proposals as needed.
• Coordinate and leverage opportunities with broad Ameritas operations.
• Accurately reports all project milestones to top management.
• Analyzes different commodity markets to understand market trends and ensures that the organization is using the right supplier.
• Recognize important areas of legal concerns and work with Legal to mitigate risk. Engage and nurture relationships with internal Legal team.
  
  
  

What you bring:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required.
• 1-3 years related experience in a professional or office setting, in procurement, or some combination of similar experience required.
• Procurement experience desired.
• College major or minor in supply chain management relevant and applicable.
  
  
  

What we offer:

A Meaningful Mission. Great Benefits. A Vibrant Culture

Ameritas is an insurance, financial services and employee benefits provider Our purpose is fulfilling life. It means helping all kinds of people, at every age and stage, get more out of life.

At Ameritas, you’ll find energizing work challenges. Flexible hybrid work options. Time for family and community. But dig deeper. Benefits at Ameritas cover things you expect -- and things you don’t:

Ameritas Benefits

For your money:

• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match and quarterly contribution
• Tuition Reimbursement and Assistance
• Incentive Program Bonuses
• Competitive Pay
  
  
  

For your time:

• Flexible Hybrid work
• Thrive Days - Personal time off
• Paid time off (PTO)
  
  
  

For your health and well-being:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
• Well-being programs with financial rewards
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
  
  
  

For your professional growth:

• Professional development programs
• Leadership development programs
• Employee resource groups
• StrengthsFinder Program
  
  
  

For your community:

• Matching donations program
• Paid volunteer time- 8 hours per month
  
  
  

For your family:

• Generous paid maternity leave and paternity leave
• Fertility, surrogacy and adoption assistance
• Backup child, elder and pet care support
  
  
  

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Ameritas has a reputation as a company that cares, and because everyone should feel safe bringing their authentic, whole self to work, we’re committed to an inclusive culture and diverse workplace, enriched by our individual differences. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer that hires based on qualifications, positive attitude, and exemplary work ethic, regardless of sex, race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by law.