Category Analyst

NES Fircroft; Findlay (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NES Fircroft in the United States is seeking a data‑driven Category Analyst to support category strategies through data analysis, performance reporting, and business insights. This role will partner with Procurement, Finance, and Operations to identify trends, improve efficiency, and drive cost savings opportunities.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of experience in data analytics or procurement, with advanced Excel and Power BI skills, and familiarity with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in data analysis, business analytics, procurement, or category management.
• Advanced Excel and Power BI skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• SAP and SAP Ariba experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business, supplier, operational, and financial data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Support category strategies with data-driven recommendations.
• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports.
• Identify cost-saving and process improvement opportunities.
• Create reports, presentations, and data visualizations for stakeholders.
• Ensure data accuracy and support reporting automation initiatives.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SAP

SAP Ariba

Job description

Category Analyst Overview Seeking an experienced Category Analyst to support category strategies through data analysis, performance reporting, and business insights. This role will partner with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and other stakeholders to identify trends, improve efficiency, and drive cost‑saving opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze business, supplier, operational, and financial data to identify trends and opportunities.
• Support category strategies with data‑driven recommendations.
• Develop and maintain KPIs, dashboards, and performance reports.
• Identify cost‑saving and process improvement opportunities.
• Create reports, presentations, and data visualizations for stakeholders.
• Ensure data accuracy and support reporting automation initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, Data Analytics, or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in data analysis, business analytics, procurement, or category management.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience with KPIs, dashboards, and business reporting.
• Advanced Excel and Power BI skills.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• SAP and SAP Ariba experience preferred.

Preferred Background

• Category Management
• Procurement & Supply Chain Analytics
• Financial & Operational Analysis
• Data Visualization & Reporting
• Process Improvement & Automation

Ideal Candidate: Data‑driven analyst with strong Excel/Power BI skills and experience supporting procurement, category management, or business operations through actionable insights and reporting.

With over 90 years' combined experience, NES Fircroft (NES) is proud to be the world's leading engineering staffing provider spanning the Oil & Gas, Power & Renewables, Chemicals, Construction & Infrastructure, Life Sciences, Mining andManufacturingsectors worldwide. With more than 80 offices in 45 countries, we are able to provide our clients with the engineering and technical expertise they need, wherever and whenever it is needed. We offer contractors far more than a traditional recruitment service, supporting with everything from securing visas and work permits, to providing market‑leading benefits packages and accommodation, ensuring they are safely and compliantly able to support our clients.