Procurement Analyst

Placements24; Gqeberha; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work

Health insurance

Generous vacation and PTO

Bonuses based on performance

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a sharp Procurement Analyst for a fully remote role. You will collect, analyze, and interpret procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize supplier performance, and improve supply chain efficiency.

Strong quantitative skills and clear communication to stakeholders are essential in a remote setting. Responsibilities include building dashboards, performing cost-benefit analyses, and supporting strategic procurement initiatives with data-driven insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field (Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain).
• 2-4 years of experience in data analysis, financial analysis, or procurement analysis.
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) and data visualization tools.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and supply chain principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze procurement data including spend and supplier performance.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track procurement KPIs and identify improvements.
• Conduct cost-benefit analyses for sourcing decisions and supplier proposals.
• Support procurement strategies with data-driven insights.
• Monitor supplier compliance and performance metrics and report deviations.
• Collaborate with procurement managers to provide analytical support for strategic initiatives.

Skills

Advanced Excel

Power BI/Tableau

Data analysis

Communication skills

Independent remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain

Tools

Excel

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a sharp and analytical Procurement Analyst to join their remote procurement department. This role is crucial for driving data-informed decision-making within our sourcing and purchasing functions. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, optimize supplier performance, and improve overall supply chain efficiency. The ideal candidate possesses strong quantitative skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to communicate complex findings clearly to stakeholders across the organization, all within a fully remote setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze procurement data, including spend, supplier performance, and market trends.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track key procurement KPIs and identify areas for improvement.
• Conduct cost-benefit analysis for sourcing decisions and supplier proposals.
• Support the development of procurement strategies through data-driven insights.
• Monitor supplier compliance and performance metrics, reporting on any deviations.
• Collaborate with procurement managers and stakeholders to provide analytical support for strategic initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain, or a related quantitative field.
• 2-4 years of experience in data analysis, financial analysis, or procurement analysis.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, macros) and data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and supply chain principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a remote environment.

Benefits

• Attractive salary and potential for bonuses based on performance metrics.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous vacation policy and paid time off.
• Access to cutting-edge analytical tools and professional development opportunities.