Remote Procurement Analyst

Placements24; Queenstown; Remote; NZD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Remote work setup support

Professional development and certs

Flexible working hours

Work-from-home model

Medical aid and retirement fund

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Procurement Analyst to join a distributed team. You will analyze spending, identify cost-saving opportunities, and support strategic sourcing with dashboards and data-driven insights.

This role requires 3–5 years of procurement analytics experience, strong Excel/SQL/Tableau/Power BI skills, and the ability to work independently in a remote setting for a SA-based company.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Economics or Finance).
• 3–5 years of procurement analysis or spend analytics experience.
• Proficient in Excel (advanced), SQL, Tableau or Power BI.
• Remote work experience and ability to manage projects independently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze organizational spending data to identify trends, anomalies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track procurement metrics (spend, supplier performance, savings).
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to support sourcing and negotiation efforts.
• Evaluate supplier performance against KPIs and propose improvement strategies.
• Support procurement policies and procedures and develop business cases.
• Collaborate with remote procurement teams and stakeholders to gather data and insights.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes through technology and best practices.
• Provide analytical support for contract negotiations and supplier management activities.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all analytical outputs.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Economics or Finance)

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and driven Remote Procurement Analyst to join their distributed team. This role is pivotal in providing data-driven insights and strategic recommendations to optimize procurement operations across the organization. Based remotely, the Procurement Analyst will focus on analyzing spending patterns, identifying cost-saving opportunities, evaluating supplier performance, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional analytical skills, a deep understanding of procurement processes, and proficiency in data analysis tools. This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated professional to contribute significantly to cost reduction and efficiency gains within a forward-thinking company, all while enjoying the flexibility of a fully remote work environment. We are looking for an individual who can transform complex data into actionable insights and drive informed decision-making in the procurement function. Your contributions will be key to enhancing value and mitigating risks within our global supply chain. This role is designed for individuals who thrive in an independent work setting and are adept at virtual collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze organizational spending data to identify trends, anomalies, and cost-saving opportunities.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key procurement metrics (e.g., spend, supplier performance, savings achieved).
• Conduct market research and supplier analysis to support strategic sourcing and negotiation efforts.
• Evaluate supplier performance against agreed-upon KPIs and recommend improvement strategies.
• Support the development and implementation of procurement policies and procedures.
• Assist in the preparation of business cases for new procurement initiatives.
• Collaborate closely with remote procurement teams and internal stakeholders to gather data and insights.
• Identify opportunities to improve procurement processes through technology and best practices.
• Provide analytical support for contract negotiations and supplier management activities.
• Ensure data integrity and accuracy in all analytical outputs.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Economics, Finance, or a related quantitative field.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in procurement analysis, spend analysis, or a related analytical role.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced), SQL, Tableau, Power BI, or similar.
• Excellent analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
• Understanding of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and supply chain dynamics.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage projects effectively in a remote setting.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex data clearly.
• Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) is a plus.
• High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Must be based in South Africa or have the legal right to work remotely for a South African-based company.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive remote work setup support.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in data analytics and procurement.
• Flexible working hours and a work-from-home model.
• Chance to impact significant cost-saving initiatives.
• Contribution to medical aid and retirement fund.