Data Analyst – Procurement & Sourcing Analytics

Owens & Minor; India; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Owens & Minor is seeking a skilled data analytics professional to design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and ETL workflows for procurement data. You will write complex SQL queries, use Python for data wrangling and automation, and build interactive dashboards to support leadership with insights.

Your work will span from data profiling and transformation to delivering variance reports and spend analytics, collaborating with procurement, finance, and operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in a related field.
• 5–8 years of proven experience in data analytics, BI, or a reporting function.
• Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, Advanced Excel/Power Query, and at least one BI tool (Power BI or Tableau).
• Experience working with procurement, supply chain, or commercial datasets preferred.
• Exposure to ERP or P2P platforms (SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and ETL workflows for procurement data.
• Write complex SQL queries to extract and analyze large datasets.
• Use Python for data wrangling, analysis, automation, and visualization.
• Build interactive dashboards and KPI scorecards using Power BI or Tableau.
• Support sourcing teams with data and analytics across the procurement lifecycle.

Skills

SQL

Python

Advanced Excel/Power Query

BI tools (Power BI or Tableau)

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Ariba

Coupa

Job description

Owens & Minoris a global healthcare solutions company providing essential products, services and technology solutions that support care delivery in leading hospitals, healthsystemsand research centers around the world. For over140years, Owens & Minor has delivered comfort and confidence behind thescenes,so healthcare stays at the forefront, helping to make each day better for thehospitals,healthcare partners, and communities we serve. Powered by more than 14,000 teammates worldwide, Owens & Minor exists because every day, everywhere, Life Takes Care.

Global Reach with a Local Touch

• 140+ years serving healthcare
• Over 14,000 teammates worldwide
• Serving healthcare partners in 80 countries
• Manufacturing facilities in the U.S., Honduras, Mexico, Thailand and Ireland
• 40+ distribution centers
• Portfolio of 300 propriety and branded product offerings
• 1,000 branded medical product suppliers
• 4,000 healthcare partners served
• POSITION SUMMARY
• Design, develop, and maintain data pipelines and ETL workflows for structured and semi-structured procurement data
• Perform thorough data profiling, deduplication, normalization, and transformation to ensure data integrity across all sources
• Write complex SQL queries (joins, subqueries, window functions, CTEs, stored procedures) to extract and analyse large datasets
• Use Python (Pandas, NumPy, Matplotlib, Seaborn) for data wrangling, analysis, automation, and visualization — scripting repetitive reporting and reconciliation tasks
• Build advanced Excel models using VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, INDEX-MATCH, pivot tables, array formulas, and VBA macros; automate transformation workflows in Power Query (M language)
• Develop interactive dashboards, KPI scorecards, and spend reports using Power BI (DAX) or Tableau
• Deliver ad-hoc analysis, variance reports, trend identification, and regular performance summaries to leadership
• Support sourcing teams with data and analytics throughout the sourcing lifecycle — from market analysis and supplier shortlisting through to bid evaluation and award
• Build and maintain spend analysis models, category dashboards, and supplier performance trackers
• Analyse cost drivers, pricing trends, and should-cost data to support negotiation strategies and cost reduction initiatives
• Provide data-backed insights on supplier segmentation, risk exposure, contract compliance, and savings delivery
• Work with procurement data from ERP and P2P systems (SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa) — understanding PR, PO, GRN, and invoice workflows
• Support category managers with benchmarking data, market intelligence analysis, and RFx scoring analytics
• Track and report on supply chain KPIs — on-time delivery, lead times, vendor scorecards, and budget vs. actuals
• Translate complex data findings into clear, concise, and actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders
• Build compelling data narratives and presentations for leadership reviews, steering committees, and category strategy sessions
• Proactively identify savings opportunities, risks, and anomalies through data — and confidently present recommendations
• Partner closely with procurement, finance, and operations teams to define data requirements and prioritise analytics workstreams
• Manage multiple stakeholder requests simultaneously, setting clear expectations and delivering to agreed timelines
• Maintain documentation of data sources, transformation logic, and reporting definitions to support data governance
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of analytics tools, templates, and processes within the COE
• Support onboarding and knowledge-sharing with junior analysts as the team grows
• Stay current with developments in data analytics tools, procurement technology, and best practices
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree
• 5–8 years of proven experience in data analytics, business intelligence, or a reporting function
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with SQL, Python, Advanced Excel / Power Query, and at least one BI tool (Power BI or Tableau)
• Experience working with procurement, supply chain, or commercial datasets is strongly preferred
• Exposure to ERP or P2P platforms (SAP, Oracle, Ariba, Coupa) is an advantage
• Strong attention to data accuracy and quality — a methodical approach to validating outputs before sharing
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills — able to present data findings clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences
• Self-motivated and able to manage multiple priorities simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
• Collaborative team player who builds strong working relationships across functions
• A genuine curiosity for understanding business context behind the data, not just reporting numbers
• Microsoft Certified: Data Analyst Associate (Power BI) — preferred
• Google Data Analytics Professional Certificate — preferred
• SQL or Python certification from any recognised platform — preferred
• Any procurement or supply chain qualification (e.g. CIPS foundation level or equivalent) is a bonus but not required

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.