Procurement Analyst

DSJ Global; Geneva (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

DSJ Global seeks a Procurement Analyst to join a leading manufacturing client’s supply chain team. You will source materials, manage supplier relationships, negotiate contracts, and drive cost savings initiatives across the organization.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, collaboration with operations and finance, and maintaining supply continuity to support production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in supply chain, business, operations, or related field.
• 2+ years in procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with ERP/MRP system.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Source and procure direct and indirect materials to support production and operations.
• Manage supplier relationships and evaluate vendor performance against cost, quality, and delivery metrics.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to drive cost efficiencies.
• Analyze purchasing data, market trends, and supply risks to support sourcing decisions.
• Partner with operations, planning, quality, and finance to ensure continuity of supply.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate on demand planning activities.

Skills

Negotiation

Analytical

Problem-solving

Supplier relationships

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP system

Job description

Our client, a leading manufacturer, is seeking a Procurement Analyst to join their growing supply chain team. This individual will play a key role in sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and supporting cost savings initiatives across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

• Source and procure direct and indirect materials to support production and business operations.
• Manage supplier relationships and evaluate vendor performance against cost, quality, and delivery metrics.
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and terms with suppliers to drive cost efficiencies.
• Analyze purchasing data, market trends, and supply risks to support strategic sourcing decisions.
• Partner with operations, planning, quality, and finance teams to ensure continuity of supply.
• Monitor inventory levels and collaborate on demand planning activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Operations, or related field.
• 2+ years of procurement, purchasing, sourcing, or supply chain experience.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working within an ERP/MRP system.
• Manufacturing experience preferred.