Remote Procurement Analyst

Placements24; Benoni; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote position

Flexible working hours

Comprehensive health, dental, and view

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly analytical Remote Procurement Analyst to support a virtual procurement department and optimize spending for the Benoni region’s supply needs. The role focuses on data-driven insights, dashboards, and cost-saving opportunities, with collaboration across internal teams and suppliers.

The ideal candidate has strong data analysis skills (Excel, SQL, BI), is self-motivated, and can work effectively in a remote setting to deliver actionable procurement strategies.

Qualifications

• Experience as Procurement Analyst or similar data-focused procurement role.
• Strong data analysis skills using Excel, SQL or BI tools.
• Understanding of procurement processes and supply chain dynamics.
• Excellent reporting and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze organizational spending data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain procurement dashboards and reports to track KPIs.
• Support the negotiation process by providing market intelligence and cost analysis.
• Assist in developing sourcing strategies and evaluating supplier performance metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure procurement alignment with business objectives.
• Research market conditions and supplier capabilities to inform procurement decisions.

Skills

Excel Advanced

SQL

BI Tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

BI Platforms

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a highly analytical and self-motivated Remote Procurement Analyst to join their virtual procurement department, supporting operations remotely, with a focus on the Benoni region's supply needs. This role is essential for analyzing spending patterns, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and providing data-driven insights to optimize procurement strategies. You will work closely with internal departments and external suppliers, leveraging your analytical skills to enhance efficiency and reduce costs. The ideal candidate is adept at data analysis, comfortable working independently, and possesses excellent communication skills for effective virtual collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze organizational spending data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost reduction.
• Develop and maintain procurement dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Support the negotiation process by providing market intelligence and cost analysis.
• Assist in developing sourcing strategies and evaluating supplier performance metrics.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and ensure procurement alignment with business objectives.
• Research market conditions and supplier capabilities to inform procurement decisions.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Procurement Analyst or in a similar data-focused procurement role.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced), SQL, or BI platforms.
• Understanding of procurement processes and supply chain dynamics.
• Excellent reporting and presentation skills for conveying complex data simply.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple projects, and meet deadlines in a remote setting.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Finance, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with remote work experience.
• Fully remote position with flexible working hours.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training in analytics.
• A collaborative virtual team culture that values data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.