Lean Business Process Analyst

We are seeking a dynamic and detail-oriented Lean Business Process Analyst to join our Global Sourcing team. This role is pivotal in highlighting our strategic procurement initiatives across our global direct and indirect categories, optimizing cost efficiencies, and enhancing collaboration with Finance and Executive Leadership. The ideal candidate will bring a strong analytical mindset, proven Smartsheet expertise, and a passion for delivering measurable sourcing impact in a fast‑paced life sciences environment.

Employees regularly scheduled to work 20 or more hours per week are eligible for comprehensive benefits including:
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, STD/LTD, 401(k), Paid Time Off (PTO) or Flexible Time Off (FTO), Tuition Reimbursement, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Casual, PRN & Part Time employees regularly scheduled to work less than 20 hours are eligible to participate in the 401(k) Plan only. Employees who are regularly scheduled to work a 7 on/7 off schedule are eligible to receive all the foregoing benefits except PTO or FTO.

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This hybrid position offers a balanced schedule of a minimum of three in‑office days at an assigned location to be Burlington, NC, supporting both collaboration and flexibility.

• Supports all time zones when needed.

• Creates, maintains and optimizes Smartsheet dashboards and statistical control charts for tracking/trending hard savings, cost avoidance, rebates, and sourcing KPIs.
• Leverages AI‑driven tools to identify process inefficiencies, generate data to back recommendations that accelerate decision‑making, monitor contract compliance, supplier management and improve operational performance.
• Ensures data accuracy and integrity across global sourcing initiatives.
• Monitors and reports on realized savings, cost avoidance, and rebate programs across all sourcing categories.
• Forecasts and trends financial impacts including price increases and tariff implications on global operations.
• Leads and facilitates strategic collaboration meetings with Finance leaders and category managers across Direct and Indirect sub‑categories.
• Acts as a liaison between sourcing, finance, operations and business units to align on goals and performance metrics.
• Develops compelling executive‑level presentations and dashboards that highlight sourcing achievements, financial impact, and strategic initiatives.
• Serves as a sourcing advocate, promoting Sourcing’s value across the organization.
• Provides actionable insights on utilizing Smartsheet to its fullest ability.
• Assists in the development of efficiency plans for supporting the execution of Sourcing projects and initiatives.
• Works collaboratively with diverse functional stakeholders and understands key roles and responsibilities.
• Develops successful relationships, establishes trust and credibility and supports tracking negotiations in collaboration with the Sourcing team.
• Provides visualization of Sourcing data to highlight Sourcing progress to established goals.

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field.
• Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification.
• 2+ years of hands‑on experience with Smartsheet.
• This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt Certification.
• Ability to read and manipulate data from multiple data sources.
• Experience with facilitating LEAN events, i.e., Kaizen, etc.
• Experience in life sciences or pharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with global sourcing practices and compliance requirements.
• Ability to thrive in a global organization and work with different currencies.

• Curiosity and adaptability to learn new AI tools as they evolve.
• Ability to translate business problems into AI‑supported solutions.
• Strong analytical mindset with comfort interpreting data outputs from AI models.
• Understanding of responsible AI use, data privacy considerations, and ethical guidelines.
• Strong understanding and ability to forecast and trend hard savings, cost avoidance, rebates, and all other…