Title: Sr Procurement Operations Analyst Denver, Colorado Cedar Rapids, Iowa Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Job Family Procurement About Us At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests. Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment - one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there. Who We Are We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life. Today, we're part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what's important to them. We're empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good - for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms. What We Do Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs. Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It's part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.* For more information, visit transamerica.com. Job Description Summary As a member of Procurement Operations, partner with managers and suppliers as the point of contact and subject matter expert on the Ariba platform, including contract management, governance, audits, onboarding and training. Job Description Responsibilities - Serve as a main contact for SAP Ariba and CLM inquiries from procurement leads, suppliers, and US based & global business groups. - Ensure creation of contract workspaces are properly integrated from CLM into SAP Ariba for accurate loading and maintenance of contracts in accordance with governance framework. - Manage audit requests, policy attestation, and internal procurement policy and process documentation. - Provide SAP Ariba and CLM training sessions to new users. - Update and maintain Procurement SharePoint and related systems with document revisions and procedural changes as needed. - Research and resolve invoicing questions/issues and partner with Accounts Payable to remediate unpaid invoices, contract variances, accounting errors, etc. - Provide guidance on pricing terms, budget, expirations, and generate reports using SAP Ariba, CLM and Omniflow as needed. - Research and resolve supplier issues and answer questions regarding SAP Ariba life cycle/CLM and performance (SLP), Accounts Payable, registrations, and invoicing mismatches. - Provide transition support for exiting supplier relationships. - Analyze procurement spend trends using data derived from various systems. - Identify and implement process and workflow improvements to increase efficiency, compliance, and data accuracy - Serve as a flexible, cross-functional partner, supporting procurement operations and systems needs as priorities evolve. Qualifications - Bachelor's degree in a business field or equivalent experience - Five years of relevant experience with in-depth knowledge of the SAP Ariba platform - Procurement experience including contract administration - Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills - Customer focused - Technical aptitude to quickly navigate systems Preferred Qualifications - Five years of relevant experience with in-depth knowledge of a CLM platform (e.g. Sirion, Icertis, etc.) - Self-started and a strong team-oriented mindset, collaborating effectively with cross-functional partners and contributing to a positive and high-performing team environment Working Conditions - Hybrid (In Office: Tuesday's, Wednesdays & Thursdays) The Salary for this position generally ranges between $77,000 - $95,000 annually. Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law. Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company's discretion. This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request. Disclaimer: Beware of fake job offers! We've been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note: - We will never request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront. - Official offers are sent via DocuSign following a verbal offer-not through text or email. What We Offer For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits - Competitive Pay - Bonus for Eligible Employees Benefits Package - Pension Plan - 401k Match - Employee Stock Purchase Plan - Tuition Reimbursement - Disability Insurance - Medical Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Employee Discounts - Career Training & Development Opportunities Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits - Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service. - Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays). - Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars - Parental Leave - fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child. - Adoption Assistance - Employee Assistance Program - Back-Up Care Program - PTO for Volunteer Hours - Employee Matching Gifts Program - Employee Resource Groups - Inclusion and Diversity Programs - Employee Recognition Program - Referral Bonus Programs Inclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We're thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work. Transamerica's Parent Company Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe.* It offers investment, protection, and retirement solutions, always with a clear purpose: Helping people live their best lives. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity. - As of December 31, 2023

• Research, evaluate and pre-qualify suppliers; • Obtain quotes and negotiate prices, delivery times, freight, contracts and payment terms; • Monitor orders and deliveries, resolving delays and non-conformities; • Facilitate communication between suppliers and internal departments; • Support payment processes and verify documentation; • Manage service provider contracts and subcontractor documentation; • Keep construction schedules up to date and monitor their execution.

• Support the Director of Global Procurement in executing procurement initiatives and cost-saving programs across North America. Review and approve complex, high-value supplier partnerships and agreements, negotiate and award agreements on behalf of the corporation. • Owns the North American RFQ process from start to finish for Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets • Qualifies vendors through cost and service, evaluating both qualitative and quantitative aspects of suppliers prior to award to ensure no disruption to existing service levels • Studies product roadmap, development strategy and innovation needs, and develops supplier matrix strategies to provide options that deliver on business goals. • Maintains a regular contact rhythm with the existing supplier base through check-in calls—monthly at minimum, more frequently for high-priority markets, and weekly during the implementation of new agents to ensure a smooth transition. • Leads business reviews, and supports the Director of Procurement in developing annual strategy meeting goals and objectives • Monitor vendor service quality and performance metrics and provide regular reporting and insights. • Identify opportunities to improve supplier performance, service quality, and procurement processes. • Validates all system and operational requirements—both with internal and external stakeholders—to ensure each vendor is properly set up for service in Tier 2 and Tier 3 markets, partnering with operations to identify and resolve system and agent constraints • Reports on performance to ensure targets are being met and that action items are identified to resolve constraints across all markets

• Own end-to-end category insights support for Kroger and Target, developing and executing insight-led strategies across the portfolio to deliver against sales and profit objectives. • Serve as the category advisor for Kroger’s vegetable category, leading deep analytical and strategic engagement with the customer, including direct collaboration with the category buyer, advanced diagnostics, and ownership of assortment and space optimization to influence category strategy and performance. • Develop and deliver insights, analyses, and category reviews that assess performance, identify opportunities, and translate into clear, actionable recommendations. • Leverage a range of data sources—including syndicated, retailer loyalty, and internal data—and utilize 84.51° (Stratum and Market 6) to generate actionable shopper and business insights for both customer-facing work and internal initiatives. • Design, maintain, and continuously optimize reporting and analytics while measuring and evaluating the impact of key initiatives, incorporating learnings to refine strategies and improve business outcomes. • Partner with sales leadership to identify and activate growth opportunities across innovation, assortment, shelving, pricing, and promotion. • Support key business processes including category reviews, Joint Business Planning (JBP), and ad hoc analyses; actively partner with Sales and the Category Insights team, with travel as needed to support customer engagement and business priorities. • Build and maintain strong, consultative relationships with key stakeholders to influence decision-making and execution. • Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Customer Planning & Insights, Marketing, Omni Activation, Consumer Insights, and Supply Chain to deliver integrated, insight-led solutions. • Proactively identify risks and opportunities, clearly communicating implications and recommended actions, while effectively prioritizing efforts to focus on the highest-impact work. • Serve as a trusted thought partner, bringing forward innovative, insight-led ideas to drive business growth. • Demonstrate strong ownership, curiosity, and initiative, proactively identifying opportunities to streamline processes, improve ways of working, and enhance overall team effectiveness. • Actively develop capabilities and share best practices to elevate team performance and ensure consistent, scalable execution. • Provide flexible support across additional customers or categories as business needs evolve.