Remote Procurement Analyst

Placements24; Mossel Bay; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 620,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Fully remote work

Health insurance

Professional development opportunities

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Placements24 in South Africa is seeking a highly analytical and data-driven Remote Procurement Analyst to join our client's team, working entirely from home. You will analyze spending patterns, supplier performance, and market data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve procurement processes.

The role requires strong Excel skills and BI tool experience, with the ability to work independently in a remote setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Supply Chain, Business, Finance) is required.
• Proven experience as Procurement Analyst, Data Analyst, or similar analytical role.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables) and BI tools like Tableau or Power BI.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Analyze procurement data to identify trends and insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize key procurement metrics.
• Support sourcing activities with market intelligence and cost analysis.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvements, and risk mitigation.
• Track supplier performance and ensure contract compliance.
• Maintain and update procurement databases and systems.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Data analysis

Remote work

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management

Tools

Excel

Tableau/Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a highly analytical and data-driven Remote Procurement Analyst to join their team, working entirely from home. This role is vital for providing insights and support to the procurement function by analyzing spending patterns, supplier performance, and market data. You will be instrumental in identifying cost-saving opportunities, improving procurement processes, and ensuring data accuracy for strategic decision-making. This is an excellent opportunity for an individual with strong analytical skills who thrives in a remote environment and wants to contribute to optimizing procurement operations for a diverse range of clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze procurement data , including spend, supplier performance, and contract details, to identify trends and insights.
• Develop reports and dashboards to visualize key procurement metrics and performance indicators.
• Support the procurement team in sourcing activities by providing market intelligence and cost analysis.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction, process improvement, and risk mitigation within the supply chain.
• Assist in managing supplier relationships by tracking performance and ensuring compliance with contracts.
• Maintain and update procurement databases and systems with accurate information.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Procurement Analyst , Data Analyst, or in a similar analytical role.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables) and potentially BI tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively in a remote setting.
• Good understanding of procurement processes and terminology.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work arrangement, offering significant flexibility.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications.
• A collaborative and supportive team environment, fostering growth in a remote capacity.