Procurement Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote-first culture

Flexible schedule

Home office budget

Job summary

Placements24 in Durban, though remote-first, offers a fully remote procurement analyst role focused on data-driven insights to support strategic sourcing and procurement operations. You will collect, analyze, and report on procurement data to identify trends, opportunities, and process improvements.

The ideal candidate has 1–3 years in procurement or data analysis, strong Excel skills, and experience with Tableau/Power BI.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related analytical field.
• 1–3 years in procurement, data analysis, or a related role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Excel with advanced functions; experience with Tableau/Power BI is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze procurement data from diverse sources.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key KPIs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities via spend analysis and market intel.
• Support sourcing team with bid analysis and supplier evaluation.
• Monitor contract compliance and supplier performance data.
• Assist in developing procurement policies and processes.
• Conduct market research on commodity trends and pricing.
• Support procurement tech implementation and usage.
• Prepare ad-hoc analyses as requested by management.
• Contribute to forecasting and budgeting for procurement spend.

Skills

Data analysis

Excel (advanced)

Tableau/Power BI

Remote collaboration

Attention to detail

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, Finance, or related analytical field

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Pivot Tables (Excel)

Job description

About the Role

Our client is actively seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Procurement Analyst to join their fully remote procurement team. This role, associated with **Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA**, will provide crucial data-driven insights to support strategic sourcing and procurement operations. As a remote-first organization, we are committed to empowering our employees with the flexibility to excel from anywhere. You will be responsible for collecting, analyzing, and reporting on procurement data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for process improvement. This is an ideal position for an individual passionate about using data to influence business decisions and optimize supply chain performance. The successful candidate will work collaboratively with sourcing managers and category leads, contributing to a more efficient and cost-effective procurement function. We value proactive engagement and continuous learning in our virtual environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Collect, aggregate, and analyze procurement data from various sources.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key procurement metrics and KPIs.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through spend analysis and market intelligence.
• Support the sourcing team in bid analysis and supplier evaluation processes.
• Monitor contract compliance and supplier performance data.
• Assist in the development of procurement policies and procedures.
• Conduct market research on commodity trends, supplier capabilities, and pricing.
• Support the implementation and utilization of procurement technologies.
• Prepare ad-hoc reports and analyses as requested by management.
• Contribute to forecasting and budgeting processes related to procurement spend.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Statistics, Finance, or a related analytical field.
• 1-3 years of experience in procurement, data analysis, or a related role.
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills with excellent attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including advanced functions (pivot tables, VLOOKUP).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) is a plus.
• Familiarity with procurement processes and terminology is desirable.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for remote collaboration.
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Proactive attitude with a desire to learn and contribute to process improvements.
• Understanding of data integrity and best practices in data management.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package tailored for remote employees.
• This includes a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development and training, and access to a robust health and wellness program.
• You will enjoy a flexible work schedule, ample paid time off, and a dedicated budget for home office equipment to ensure maximum productivity.
• Performance bonuses may be available based on individual and company success.
• Our client is committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive culture, even in a fully remote setting, and provides tools and resources to support employee engagement.
• The role is officially linked to **Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, ZA**, but functions as a fully remote position, offering global opportunities.