Sourcing Analyst

Since its founding in 1937, Krispy Kreme’s focus has remained the same - making fresh doughnuts using our founder’s original recipe. The brand’s iconic Hot Light lets consumers know when doughnuts are being made in the shop so they can stop in and enjoy them hot, right off the line. Krispy Kreme’s Sourcing Analyst - Packaging will support the Global Packaging department through cost analytics, inventory reporting, and supplier performance to enable packaging sourcing decisions and accelerate near term savings. This role requires a strong analytical mindset, the ability to work cross functionally with internal and external partners, and an understanding of Supply Chain and Procurement.

A TASTE OF WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING:

Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Partnerships Monitor inventory levels at 3PLs to ensure continuous availability of critical to shops packaging materials Identify potential material constraints and recommend corrective actions (expedited orders, transfers, adjustments) Create, manage, and track depletion plans for discontinued, slow-moving, or replaced packaging SKUs, ensuring depletion strategies minimize scrap, reduce cost, and maintain supply availability during transitions Collaborate with suppliers, 3PL partners, and internal cross-functional teams to resolve inventory discrepancies, shortages, or QA issues Support package commercialization activities for new item launches, LTOs, and menu innovation projects. Value Delivery Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize procurement workflows, inventory accuracy, and 3PL processes Build global spend analysis of the category and identify opportunities for improvement Support Procurement Productivity projects to improve and reduce total material costs Improve ingredient data integrity to support accurate ordering, planning, forecasting, and reporting. Specifications, Data & Systems Maintain accurate Oracle and Specification System item data, including item codes, specifications, vendor details, and sourcing regions Coordinate item setup, specification readiness, supplier onboarding, and inventory transition plans. Improve ingredient data integrity to support accurate ordering, planning, forecasting, and reporting. Monitor key packaging commodity markets including paperboard, corrugate, resin, and freight indices. Develop reporting and insights to support forecasting, budgeting, supplier negotiations, and risk management. Maintain packaging sustainability data, support EPR reporting requirements, and provide analytics supporting recyclability, recycled content, and sustainability goals. Support development and maintenance of the Packaging Master Data framework, including: Packaging taxonomy Commodity codes Naming conventions Supplier master governance Specification accuracy

YOUR RECIPE FOR SUCCESS:

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations Management, or related field preferred 1 to 3+ years of experience in procurement, inventory management, supply planning, or logistics preferred Experience working with Third Party or outsourced distribution networks strongly preferred Proficiency in ERP systems Advanced proficiency in Excel (Power Query, Pivot Tables, Data Modeling) and Power BI dashboard development required Experience with procurement analytics, supplier scorecards, and ERP master-data management preferred Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment, including seasonal and LTO-driven cycles *The above statements are intended to describe the general nature of work performed by the employees assigned to this job and are not the official job description for the position. The official job description will be provided during the application/interview process.

BENEFITS:

Comprehensive benefits (medical, vision, and dental insurance) Employee discount program 401K plan Generous PTO Plan Company events Education Reimbursement Adoption Assistance Life Insurance FSA/HSA Plans Pet Insurance Learn more at

WHY KRISPY KREME?

At Krispy Kreme, we focus on: Loving People: Our global culture is best captured by our Leadership Mix, a dozen behaviors that define how we work with one another across the world and give back to our communities. Check out our leadership mix here. Belonging happens once each Krispy Kremer knows their bold authentic self is welcomed, dignified, and loved, where their wonderfully original identities flourish and thrive. Loving Communities: At Krispy Kreme, sharing joy is at the center of everything we do, and we strive to inspire this in our communities. Our brand purpose truly shines through our Acts of Joy and community fundraising initiatives. In the U.S., we have been donating unsold doughnuts to local food banks, with a goal of bringing a smile to our consumers as they enjoy a small, sweet treat. We partner with Feeding America and Convoy of Hope, who in turn partner with organizations nationwide to distribute donations to people in need through diverse types of programs and services. In 2022, we helped community groups raise $40 million globally. Last year in the U.S., we supported more than 83,000 fundraising events, raising nearly $37 million. Loving Planet: We have been conducting a multi-year global GHG emissions assessment to establish an emissions baseline, using this foundation to soon set goals for greenhouse gas emission reductions. We are working on reducing food waste through donation efforts, animal feed, and composting programs. Krispy Kreme is an Equal Opportunity Employer: At Krispy Kreme, we believe that your originality sweetens our recipe. We value the diverse ingredients of the ethnicity, national origin, race, age, sex, gender, intersex, or veteran status of every individual. We strive for an inclusive culture that allows each of our peeps to bring their bold authentic self to work regardless of their religion, gender identity & expression, sexual orientation, or disability. About Krispy Kreme Headquartered in Charlotte, N.C., Krispy Kreme is one of the most beloved and well-known sweet treat brands in the world. Our iconic Original Glazed® doughnut is universally recognized for its hot-off-the-line, melt-in-your-mouth experience. Krispy Kreme operates in more than 35 countries through its unique network of fresh doughnut shops, partnerships with leading retailers, and a rapidly growing Ecommerce and delivery business with more than 14,000 fresh points of access. Our purpose of touching and enhancing lives through the joy that is Krispy Kreme guides how we operate every day and is reflected in the love we have for our people, our communities and the planet. Connect with Krispy Kreme Doughnuts at or on one of its many social media channels, including and #J-18808-Ljbffr Krispy Kreme