Purchasing Data Analyst - Insights & Forecasting

BNR Ltd.; Dublin; On-site; EUR 32,971 - 40,298; Full time

Job summary

BNR Industrial Supplies Limited is seeking a Data Analyst (Purchasing) to support Purchasing and Supply Chain. You will analyse purchasing, sales and inventory data to provide insights for procurement planning and profitability.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with large datasets and the ability to develop reports and dashboards for strategic business decisions. Collaboration with Purchasing, Finance, Sales and Warehouse teams is essential to improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• 2 years' experience in data analysis or purchasing analytics or a similar analytical role.
• Strong Excel skills including Pivot Tables, Power Query, XLOOKUP and advanced functions.
• Experience using ERP or inventory management systems for data extraction, reporting and analysis.
• Experience with Power BI, Tableau or similar BI tools preferred.
• Knowledge of SQL, Python or other data analysis tools desirable.
• Strong analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Analyse purchasing, sales and inventory data to identify trends and opportunities to improve purchasing performance.
• Develop, maintain and automate management reports, dashboards and KPIs using Excel, ERP systems and BI tools.
• Monitor supplier performance by analysing lead times, pricing trends and delivery performance.
• Perform inventory analysis including stock turnover, replenishment planning and demand forecasting.
• Conduct margin, landed cost and pricing analysis across products, suppliers and categories.
• Extract, validate and reconcile data from ERP and business systems ensuring accuracy of reporting.
• Produce forecasting models and analytical reports to support purchasing strategies.
• Collaborate with Purchasing, Finance, Sales and Warehouse teams to provide data-driven insights.
• Identify opportunities to automate reporting processes and improve data quality.

Skills

Excel Pivot Tables

Power Query

XLOOKUP

Data analysis

SQL

Python

Power BI

Tableau

ERP systems

Attention to detail

Education

Data Analytics degree

Related discipline or equivalent experience

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

ERP systems

Job description

BNR Industrial Supplies Limited is seeking a Data Analyst (Purchasing) to support Purchasing and Supply Chain. You will analyse purchasing, sales and inventory data to provide insights for procurement planning and profitability.

The role requires strong analytical skills, experience with large datasets and the ability to develop reports and dashboards for strategic business decisions. Collaboration with Purchasing, Finance, Sales and Warehouse teams is essential to improve operational efficiency.