Senior Procurement Analyst

Overview

• Lead and enhance procurement strategies, ensuring cost-effective sourcing and vendor optimization across organizational needs.
• Drive procurement lifecycle management, from vendor sourcing to contract negotiation and compliance monitoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align procurement processes with organizational goals and objectives.
• Utilize ERP systems to manage purchase orders, reconcile invoices, and generate actionable insights.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships, ensuring optimal service delivery and cost efficiency.
• Prepare and execute requests for proposals, evaluating vendor performance against established criteria.
• Support budget planning and tracking, ensuring alignment with financial objectives.
• Contribute to the development of operational dashboards to monitor procurement performance metrics.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Draft and manage comprehensive requests for proposals and vendor evaluation frameworks.
• Optimize vendor master listings, fostering strong and reliable supplier relationships.
• Process purchase orders and reconcile invoices using advanced ERP systems.
• Ensure contract compliance with corporate policies and regulatory standards.
• Assist in budget development and monitor projected spending against actuals.
• Generate detailed reports and dashboards to evaluate procurement efficiency and identify improvement areas.
• Track and maintain inventory levels to support operational requirements.
• Conduct ad hoc analyses and participate in special projects as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field with 5+ years of procurement experience.
• Proficiency in ERP financial systems and advanced computer applications.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines independently.
• Experience interacting with management and external vendors effectively.
• Knowledge of SOX requirements, GAAP, and tax regulations is preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to prepare professional documents and presentations.
• Technical proficiency and ability to research and apply relevant information.