Strategic Procurement & Inventory Analyst

Avantor; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 63,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Procurement Analyst to manage finished goods forecast and develop replenishment plans aligned with stocking strategies and inventory policies. You will issue purchase orders to meet replenishment plans and customer demand variations, while nurturing vendor relationships for delivery performance and cost containment in procurement and logistics.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Business or Supply Chain and 1–3 years of supply chain experience, with SAP proficiency and strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related discipline.
• 1–3 years in a supply chain field.
• Experience using ERP for planning/procurement, SAP preferred.
• Strong analytical and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Place purchasing orders in SAP to meet replenishment demand.
• Execute replenishment plans based on lead times.
• Manage vendor relationships and resolve delivery issues.
• Provide feedback on critical vendors to ensure performance.
• Maintain inventory levels to meet days of supply goals.

Skills

Forecasting

Inventory planning

Vendor management

Analytical skills

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

ERP SAP

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related discipline

Tools

SAP

Job description

Avantor is seeking a Procurement Analyst to manage finished goods forecast and develop replenishment plans aligned with stocking strategies and inventory policies. You will issue purchase orders to meet replenishment plans and customer demand variations, while nurturing vendor relationships for delivery performance and cost containment in procurement and logistics.

The role requires a Bachelor’s in Business or Supply Chain and 1–3 years of supply chain experience, with SAP proficiency and strong