Procurement Operations Analyst

Transamerica Corporation; Colorado; Hybrid; USD 61,000 - 81,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension plan

401k match

Medical insurance

Job summary

Transamerica Corporation is seeking a Procurement Operations Analyst to support SAP Ariba and CLM activities across Denver, Cedar Rapids, and Philadelphia. The role focuses on contract governance, spend analysis, and supplier relations within a hybrid office setting.

The ideal candidate has a business degree and at least three years of SAP Ariba experience, strong communication skills, and a customer-focused mindset to ensure accurate contract loading and compliant procurement processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience.
• Three years of relevant experience with in-depth knowledge of the SAP Ariba platform.
• Procurement experience including contract administration.
• Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer focused.
• Technical aptitude to quickly navigate systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a contact for SAP Ariba inquiries from procurement leads, suppliers, and US based & global business groups.
• Ensure creation of contract workspaces are properly integrated from CLM into SAP Ariba for accurate loading and maintenance of contracts in accordance with governance framework.
• Manage audit requests, policy attestation, and internal procurement policy and process documentation.
• Provide SAP Ariba training sessions to new users.
• Update and maintain Procurement SharePoint and related systems with document revisions and procedural changes as needed.
• Research and resolve invoicing questions/issues and partner with Accounts Payable to remediate unpaid invoices, contract variances, accounting errors, etc.
• Provide guidance on pricing terms, budget, expirations, and generate reports using SAP Ariba, CLM and Omniflow as needed.
• Research and resolve supplier issues and answer questions regarding SAP Ariba life cycle/CLM and performance (SLP), Accounts Payable, registrations, and invoicing mismatches.
• Provide transition support for exiting supplier relationships.
• Analyze procurement spend trends using data derived from various systems.
• Identify and implement process and workflow improvements to increase efficiency, compliance, and data accuracy.
• Serve as a flexible, cross-functional partner, supporting procurement operations and systems needs as priorities evolve.

Skills

SAP Ariba platform knowledge

Procurement experience

Contract administration

Written and oral communication

Interpersonal skills

Technical aptitude

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business

Tools

SAP Ariba

CLM

Omniflow

Job description

## Procurement Operations AnalystApplylocations: Denver, Colorado: Cedar Rapids, Iowa: Philadelphia, Pennsylvaniatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R20062112**Job Family**Procurement**About Us**At Transamerica, hard work, innovative thinking, and personal accountability are qualities we honor and reward. We understand the potential of leveraging the talents of a diverse workforce. We embrace an environment where employees enjoy a balance between their careers, families, communities, and personal interests.Ultimately, we appreciate the uniqueness of a company where talented professionals work collaboratively in a positive environment — one focused on helping people look forward and plan for the best life possible while providing tools and solutions that make it easier to get there.**Who We Are**We believe everyone deserves to live their best life. More than a century ago, we were among the first financial services companies in America to serve everyday people from all walks of life.Today, we’re part of an international holding company, with millions of customers and thousands of employees worldwide. Our insurance, retirement, and investment solutions help people make the most of what’s important to them.We’re empowered by a vast agent network covering North America, with diversity to match. Together with our nonprofit research institute and foundation, we tune in, step up, and are a force for good — for our customers and the communities where we live, work, and play. United in our purpose, we help people create the financial freedom to live life on their terms.**What We Do**Transamerica is organized into three distinct businesses. These include 1) World Financial Group, including Transamerica Financial Advisors, 2) Protection Solutions and Savings & Investments, comprised of life insurance, annuities, employee benefits, retirement plans, and Transamerica Investment Solutions, and 3) Financial Assets, which includes legacy blocks of long term care, universal life, and variable and fixed annuities. These are supported by Transamerica Corporate, which includes Finance, People and Places, General Counsel, Risk, Internal Audit, Strategy and Development, and Corporate Affairs, which covers Communications, Brand, and Government and Policy Affairs.Transamerica employs nearly 7,000 people. It’s part of Aegon, an integrated, diversified, international financial services group serving approximately 23.9 million customers worldwide.\* For more information, visit transamerica.com.**Job Description Summary**As a member of Procurement Operations, partner with managers and suppliers as the point of contact and subject matter expert on the SAP Ariba platform, including contract management, governance, audits, onboarding and training.**Job Description****Responsibilities:*** Serve as a contact for SAP Ariba inquiries from procurement leads,, suppliers, and US based & global business groups.* Ensure creation of contract workspaces are properly integrated from CLM into SAP Ariba for accurate loading and maintenance of contracts in accordance with governance framework.* Manage audit requests, policy attestation, and internal procurement policy and process documentation.* Provide SAP Ariba training sessions to new users.* Update and maintain Procurement SharePoint and related systems with document revisions and procedural changes as needed.* Research and resolve invoicing questions/issues and partner with Accounts Payable to remediate unpaid invoices, contract variances, accounting errors, etc.* Provide guidance on pricing terms, budget, expirations, and generate reports using SAP Ariba, CLM and Omniflow as needed.* Research and resolve supplier issues and answer questions regarding SAP Ariba life cycle/CLM and performance (SLP), Accounts Payable, registrations, and invoicing mismatches.* Provide transition support for exiting supplier relationships.* Analyze procurement spend trends using data derived from various systems.* Identify and implement process and workflow improvements to increase efficiency, compliance, and data accuracy.* Serve as a flexible, cross-functional partner, supporting procurement operations and systems needs as priorities evolve.**Qualifications:*** Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience* Three years of relevant experience with in-depth knowledge of the SAP Ariba platform* Procurement experience including contract administration* Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills* Customer focused* Technical aptitude to quickly navigate systems**Preferred Qualifications:*** 1+ years of relevant experience with in-depth knowledge of a CLM platform (e.g. Sirion, Icertis, etc.)* Self-starter and a strong team-oriented mindset, collaborating effectively with cross-functional partners and contributing to a positive and high-performing team environment**Working Conditions:*** Hybrid office environment: 3 days in office (Denver/Cedar Rapids/Philadelphia)**Compensation:*** The Salary for this position generally ranges between $61,000 - $81,000 annually. ***Please note that the salary range is a good faith estimate for this position and actual starting pay is determined by several factors including***qualifications, experience, geography, work location designation (in-office, hybrid, remote) and operational needs. Salary may vary above and below the stated amounts, as permitted by applicable law.* Additionally, this position is typically eligible for an Annual Bonus based on the Company Bonus Plan/Individual Performance and is at the Company’s discretion.#LI-BD1*This job description is not a contract of employment nor for any specific job responsibilities. The Company may change, add to, remove, or revoke the terms of this job description at its discretion. Managers may assign other duties and responsibilities as needed. In the event an employee or applicant requests or requires an accommodation to perform job functions, the applicable HR Business Partner should be contacted to evaluate the accommodation request.***Disclaimer:** *Beware of fake job offers!*We’ve been alerted to scammers impersonating Transamerica recruiters, particularly for remote positions. Please note:* We will **never** request personal information such as ID or payment for equipment upfront.* Official offers are sent via **DocuSign** following a verbal offer—not through text or email.**What We Offer**For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees.Compensation Benefits* Competitive Pay* Bonus for Eligible EmployeesBenefits Package* Pension Plan* 401k Match* Employee Stock Purchase Plan* Tuition Reimbursement* Disability Insurance* Medical Insurance* Dental Insurance* Vision Insurance* Employee Discounts* Career Training & Development OpportunitiesHealth and Work/Life Balance Benefits* Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service.* Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays).* Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars* Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child.* Adoption Assistance* Employee Assistance Program* Back-Up Care Program* PTO for Volunteer Hours* Employee Matching Gifts Program* Employee Resource Groups* Inclusion and Diversity Programs* Employee Recognition Program* Referral Bonus Programs