Peapod.com is the leading grocery delivery provider in the nation and we’ve been delivering innovative solutions for customers of our service for over 25 years.  Our goal is to “Amaze & Delight” each of our customers, every day.

The Not For-Resale Specialist is responsible for procuring the following supplies/commodities for company use: packaging materials, maintenance, repairs, operations (MRO) supplies, capital equipment, and services totaling more than $10MM annually.  This role manages all activities associated with the procurement of products and services for use in more than 28 Peapod locations and approximately 200 pick-up points (PUP).  The Not-For-Resale Specialist executes purchase orders, review bid proposals, and negotiates contracts while driving initiatives responsible for formulating procurement solutions.

The position is currently located in our new downtown Chicago headquarters at 300 S. Riverside Plaza (near Union and Ogilvie stations).

Job Responsibilities:

• Identify and capitalize on company wide cost savings opportunities while maintaining or improving the quality of the materials and services purchased
• Driving price factors and quality to ensure that Peapod is receiving the best total cost for commodities purchased
• Implement corrective plans to ensure all facilities are adhering to usage recommendations
• Research and determine the most appropriate strategy and approach for cost reduction initiatives, product selection, and process improvements
• Based on the commodities managed, identify outgoing freight cost savings, and negotiate lower freight rates for Peapod deliveries
• Approve invoices ensuring correct purchase prices for products or services ordered and the appropriate tax rates
• Manage all Maintenance, Repairs and Operations (MRO’s) supplies and vendors for Peapod warehouses, PUP's and warerooms
• Negotiate Blanket Purchase Order Agreements with vendors of recurring purchasing supplies, packaging materials and services guaranteeing best price, quality and service
• Works closely with Ahold's NFR sourcing groups in efforts to leverage company wide purchases
• Enter and setup all new for-resale and not-for-resale vendors and any appropriate supplier changes per Ahold ACM standards. Responsible for Ahold ACM audits. Execute vendor credit applications and appropriate tax forms as needed  

Desired Qualifications:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong analytical skills
• Keen attention to detail

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance, or related field
• Experience negotiating vendor contracts

Peapod offers a competitive starting salary, with excellent benefits including health, dental, vision, life insurance, 401K with match, paid time off and flexible spending accounts...and a discount on your groceries! You must be authorized to work in the United States to be eligible for consideration for employment. Peapod is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V.