Procurement Analyst

Procurement Analyst

Location: United States

Employment Type: Full-Time

• Job Summary
• We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Procurement Analyst to support sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management activities. The successful candidate will analyze procurement data, evaluate supplier performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and help optimize purchasing processes to support business objectives.
• Key Responsibilities
• Analyze procurement and purchasing data to identify trends, risks, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Support sourcing, vendor selection, and contract evaluation processes.
• Monitor supplier performance and prepare procurement reports and dashboards.
• Assist in negotiating pricing, terms, and agreements with vendors.
• Track purchasing activities, inventory levels, and supplier metrics.
• Conduct market research and supplier benchmarking analyses.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and contractual requirements.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and supply chain teams to support procurement initiatives.
• Maintain procurement records, contracts, and vendor documentation.
• Support process improvement and strategic sourcing projects.
• Required Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, Economics, Operations, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, supply chain, sourcing, or a related analytical role.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including PivotTables, formulas, and data analysis functions.
• Experience preparing reports and analyzing business data.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, NetSuite, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of procurement, sourcing, and supplier management best practices.
• Familiarity with contract management and vendor negotiations.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other reporting tools.
• Professional certifications such as CPSM, CSCP, or related credentials are a plus.