Associate Analyst, Procurement Operations

Altria Group, Inc.; Richmond (VA); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Paid time off

13 holidays? (text mentions holidays)

401(k) matching

Profit sharing

Professional development stipends

Job summary

Altria Client Services in Richmond, VA, is hiring an Associate Analyst, Procurement Operations. The role offers a hybrid schedule with relocation benefits and exposure to Source-to-Pay processes, analytics, and process improvements.

You will support day-to-day procurement operations, manage data, produce dashboards, and collaborate with partners to optimize procurement methods and controls.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, Information Systems, or related field or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with data-driven mindset.
• Strong organizational skills with emphasis on accuracy and timely execution.
• Effective verbal and written communication across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to quickly learn new systems and processes.
• Internship/academic/project experience in business operations or analytics preferred.
• Experience with business systems or reporting tools preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day procurement operations and resolve process issues for efficient Source-to-Pay execution.
• Assist with procurement systems administration, data management, and user support.
• Supervise data quality and controls to promote accuracy and compliance.
• Prepare reports, dashboards, and analyses to support decision-making.
• Participate in projects to improve procurement methods and user experience.
• Collaborate with customers, suppliers, and service providers to address operational needs.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Communication

Excel

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Associate Analyst, Procurement Operations Job Description Job Alerts Link Job Title: Associate Analyst, Procurement Operations Req Id: 3605 Work Model: Hybrid Company: Altria Client Services State/Province: Virginia Job Description:

Ready to launch your career while helping improve how a business buys, handles, and pays for the goods and services it needs? As an Associate Analyst, Procurement Operations, you’ll build hands‑on experience across Source-to-Pay (S2P) operations. You will collaborate with partners, vendors, systems, and data to support an efficient procurement organization. This position is in Richmond, VA with a hybrid work schedule. Relocation benefits will be provided.

You’ll chip in to the daily execution of procurement processes while developing valuable experience in analytics, technology, process improvement, and operational excellence. This is an opportunity to grow your capabilities, solve real business challenges, and help create a better experience for procurement users and partners.

What you will be doing:

• Supporting day-to-day procurement operations and resolving process‑related issues to help ensure efficient Source-to-Pay execution.
• Assisting with procurement systems administration, data management, and user support activities.
• Supervising procurement data quality and operational controls to promote accuracy, consistency, and compliance.
• Preparing reports, dashboards, and analyses that provide insights and support business decision‑making.
• Participating in projects committed to improving procurement methods, systems, and the overall user experience.
• Collaborating with customers, suppliers, and service providers to address operational needs and support effective procurement processes.
• Maintaining process documentation, training materials, and knowledge resources to support users and consistent ways of working.
• Supporting audit, compliance, and governance activities while finding opportunities to strengthen operational quality and controls.

We want you to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Operations, Information Systems, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills paired with proficiency in using data to identify risks, opportunities, and potential improvements.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to accuracy, quality, and timely execution.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to build productive working relationships across teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel and PowerPoint.
• Ability to quickly learn and work with new systems, processes, technologies, and business applications.
• Internship, academic, or project experience related to business operations, procurement, logistics, financial management, analytics, or process improvement preferred.
• Experience with business systems, reporting tools, or enterprise applications preferred.

The starting salary is based on but not limited to experience, knowledge, and qualifications in determining compensation decisions. The Salary Range for this position is: $72,900.00 - $107,100.00.

Why You’ll Love Building Your Career at Altria

At Altria, we believe a great career starts with feeling supported — both at work and in life. Here’s what you’ll find here:

• Work where connection and flexibility meet — enjoy the benefits of in‑person collaboration three days a week (Tuesday - Thursday), while maintaining the flexibility to work remotely on Mondays and Fridays. Our hybrid approach empowers you to stay connected, collaborate with colleagues, and manage your schedule in a way that works best for you.
• Own your time — start with 15 days of paid time off, 13 paid holidays, 2 floating holiday days, and a 37.5‑hour workweek so you can recharge and live fully.
• A place where you belong — where your ideas are welcomed, your growth is encouraged, and your impact is real.
• Get recognized for your work — annual merit increases and performance bonus.
• A future you can count on — 401(k) matching from day one; plus Deferred Profit Sharing, an annual company contribution in an amount equal to 13%–17% of your base salary.
• Help with your goals — get help with student loan repayment assistance, attend a conference, or gain a new certification with professional development stipends.
• Support for what matters most — comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Celebrating your milestones — paid parental and bonding leave for life’s biggest moments.
• Wellness that goes beyond work — programs that care for your whole well‑being at whatever stage you are in your life.
• A culture that gives back — paid volunteer days and a shared commitment to making a difference.

At Altria, we offer more than benefits — we offer a career that fits your life, rewards your ambition, and celebrates your impact.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Altria is a Fortune 500 company that has a leading portfolio of products for U.S. adult tobacco and nicotine consumers 21+. For decades we’ve been leaders in the tobacco industry, but the industry is evolving - and so are we. Our Vision is Moving Beyond Smoking™.

At Altria, we celebrate the power of diverse teams working together to shape our future. Each Altria company is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing individuals with criminal records, including formerly incarcerated individuals and individuals with conviction records, a fair chance at employment. Join us as we work together to shape a better future for adult tobacco consumers, our employees, and our shareholders.

Altria is the parent company of Philip Morris USA, John Middleton, U.S. Smokeless Tobacco, Helix Innovations, and NJOY. Altria complements its tobacco portfolio with equity investments in Anheuser‑Busch InBev and Cronos Group.

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