Nicholas Matheson
Nampa,ID
Summary
Strategic Sourcing Analyst with expertise in driving cost-saving initiatives and enhancing procurement processes. Strong analytical skills applied to spend data analysis and competitive benchmarking, fostering productive vendor relationships. Contributed to procurement policy development that optimizes operational efficiency and aligns with organizational objectives.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST II
ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.
07.2024 - 03.2026
- Utilized SQL, advanced Excel, PowerBI, and internal inventory/sourcing systems to perform ad hoc analysis, validate supplier proposals, build reporting tools, and deliver actionable insights.
- Validated cost increases, benchmarked competitors, tracked supplier performance, analyzed pricing, and modeled scenarios to inform sourcing managers and enhance sourcing recommendations.
- Collaborated with Product Development, National Category Directors, Finance, QA, Corp Traffic, Replenishment, Suppliers, and PowerBI analysts, fostering strong supplier relationships while integrating operational, financial, and quality factors into category decisions.
- Supported RFPs, RFls, strategy decks, award recommendations, contract formulation, and long-range category planning across multiple business units.
- Contributed to category strategy and supply-chain optimization for Fresh Produce, Egg, and Household Consumable categories across Albertsons banners.
SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.
09.2023 - 07.2024
- Liaised between stores and distribution centers, resolving 2,000+ inventory issues within 5 months to enhance operational efficiency.
- Led initiatives including CIC/ROG DataBatch exclusions cleanup and proactive restoration of FaR ordering for newly added schematic items, improving order accuracy.
- Used basic SQL, Excel, PowerBI and inventory management tools to analyze and resolve supply chain disruptions.
- Interpreted data to identify root causes and communicated actionable solutions to internal teams and store personnel, facilitating timely issue resolution.
- Supported Southern California, Mid-Atlantic, and Northern California/Hawaii divisions.
EXECUTIVE TEAM LEADER, SPECIALTY SALES
TARGET CORPORATION
01.2023 - 09.2023
- Lead a team of 20-30 employees across Specialty Sales departments including Apparel & Accessories, Home, Tech, Beauty, Pricing, and Planogram Transitions.
- Managed key performance metrics, aligning team efforts with company goals to enhance overall performance.
- Drove operational consistency and team collaboration, fostering a high-performance culture that supported store profitability and improved guest satisfaction.
- Achieved 95%+ backroom location accuracy across all directly managed areas, earning district-wide recognition.
- Maintained 100% completion rate on transition and planogram sets, consistently working ahead of schedule.
STORES EXECUTIVE INTERN
TARGET CORPORATION
03.2022 - 12.2022
- Rotated through all Executive Team Leader roles including Human Resources, General Merchandise, Specialty Sales, Asset Protection, and Service & Engagement.
- Managed teams of 6-10 employees, supporting daily store operations to enhance team efficiency.
- Assisted in truck unload and priority fill processes in General Merchandise and Specialty Sales to ensure optimal inventory flow and sales readiness.
GENERAL MANAGER
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
- Directed start-up and daily operations of a multi-client photovoltaic (PV) distribution warehouse.
- Generated high-volume PV sales, regularly moving 300+ kW of product per month.
- Secured multiple large-scale agricultural PV panel contracts (100+ kW each) through strategic networking and relationship building.
- Led vendor sourcing initiatives, establishing direct relationships in global solar markets.
- Optimized workflow processes, improving employee efficiency, product quality, and overall operational performance.
- Oversaw logistics operations, managing inventory control, customer service, and project timelines for seamless delivery.
- Managed full truckload (FTL) and less-than-truckload (LTL) shipments of PV panels and equipment.
- Served as the primary point of contact for clients, providing education on PV technologies and tailored solar solutions.
Education
MBA - General MBA
Eastern Washington University
Cheney, WA05-2027
BBA - Business Management
Boise State University
Boise, ID12-2022
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Supply chain management
- Data analysis
- Supplier performance evaluation
- Cost reduction strategies
- Project management
- Cross-functional teamwork
Timeline
STRATEGIC SOURCING ANALYST II
ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.
07.2024 - 03.2026
SUPPLY CHAIN SPECIALIST
ALBERTSONS COMPANIES, INC.
09.2023 - 07.2024
EXECUTIVE TEAM LEADER, SPECIALTY SALES
TARGET CORPORATION
01.2023 - 09.2023
STORES EXECUTIVE INTERN
TARGET CORPORATION
03.2022 - 12.2022
GENERAL MANAGER
ADVANCE TECHNOLOGY, LLC
01.2017 - 12.2021
MBA - General MBA
Eastern Washington University
BBA - Business Management
Boise State University