Procurement Analyst

Talentify; Scottsdale (AZ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement plan with company match

Bonus program

Job summary

WillScot is seeking a Procurement Analyst to partner with Procurement Managers and the Supplier Manager. You will build and maintain relationships with suppliers to maximize value, prevent disruptions, and support business objectives.

The role emphasizes analytical reporting, data-driven decision making, and collaboration across a multi-stakeholder environment in an in-office setting in Scottsdale.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field preferred.
• 3+ years in vendor management or procurement.
• Experience in procurement and/or supplier management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across multi-stakeholder environments.
• Analytical with comfort using data and metrics (Excel, Tableau).
• Ability to think critically and work independently with low error margin.
• Organizational skills to handle multiple tasks efficiently.
• Familiarity with electronic procurement and analytical software preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical support for procurement objectives using SAP, Ariba, Tableau, etc.
• Develop and maintain reports to track procurement metrics and events.
• Analyze supplier performance and internal performance-to-plan.
• Assist suppliers interfacing with internal tools for data accuracy and relationships.
• Improve and automate processes related to supplier interactions including onboarding and invoicing.
• Maintain partnerships with strategic suppliers and support ESG supplier diversity reporting.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Verbal & written communication

Problem solving

Multitasking

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in procurement / supply chain / business / finance

Tools

SAP

Ariba

Tableau

Excel

Job description

At WillScot, our team of nearly 5000+ people makes our company a Great Place to Work® and we believe our people are what give us a competitive advantage in the industry. Our differentiation begins with our values, which are lived through our employees and aligned to the needs of our customers and communities. From day one, we invest in your growth and your future, while giving back to the communities we serve. Learn more about WillScot and who we are, here.
As North America’s leading provider of complete temporary space solutions, we have helped customers across 260+ locations in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, get the innovative flexible workspace and portable storage solutions that are right for their timeline and their project, Right From the Start. Learn More.

ABOUT THE JOB:

The Procurement Analyst works hand in hand with the Procurement Managers, reporting to the Supplier Manager. The role is focused on building/maintaining strong working relationships with suppliers over the long-term; to maximum mutual value between parties, prevent potential supply disruptions and meet business objectives effectively.

WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING:

• Provide analytical support for procurement objectives using SAP, Ariba, Tableau, etc.
• Assist with developing and maintaining various reports to track critical procurement metrics and/or track the progress of key/significant procurement events.
• Extracts, analyzes, and prepares reports to measure key supplier and internal performance-to-plan.
• Help suppliers interface with internal tools and technology for data accuracy and positive relationship building.
• Assist in continuously improving, streamlining, and automating all processes pertaining to supplier’s interactions with WSMM. Including but not limited to, onboarding, invoicing payments, risk management, M&A activities, performance monitoring and invoicing.
• Manage and maintain solid working partnerships with all our strategic partners.
• Supports the development and implementation of department/company strategies.
• Stay ahead of vendor and supplier-related activities in the industry.
• Support WS Environmental Sustainability Governance (ESG) Team with a Supplier Diversity Program & Reporting.

EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as procurement, supply chain management, business administration, finance, data analytics or business analytics preferred
  Or,
• Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a vendor management program
  Or,
• Minimum of two years of experience at WillScot
• Experience in procurement and/or supplier management.
• Professional verbal and written communication with an ability collaborate across a disparate and multi-stakeholder environment.
• Problem solving / analytical thinking.
• Comfortable with data and metrics Excel and Tableau.
• Ability to think critically to answer questions across essential functions.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and efficiently with low margin of error.
• Experience in organizing, prioritizing, and handling multiple tasks with a high level of efficiency and in a flexible manner.
• Preferred familiarity with electronic procurement and analytical software.

This is an in office role; not hybrid

• 100% In office

This posting is for a(n) Existing Position.
Disclaimer: This posting describes the general nature and level of work performed and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, skills, or physical abilities required. Team members may be required to perform duties outside normal responsibilities from time to time as needed.
All regular WillScot positions offer a generous benefits package to help our employees and their families Be Well. This includes medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, paid time off (including Company holidays), tuition reimbursement, a retirement savings plan with company match, and more! More information about benefits may be found here. Many positions also have variable pay opportunities including commission, bonus, performance rewards, or other incentive programs.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.