Remote Procurement Analyst

Placements24; Polokwane; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Fully remote

Bonus potential

Medical insurance

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Remote Procurement Analyst to join a global virtual procurement team. The role focuses on analyzing spend data, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and supporting sourcing strategies from a home office across South Africa.

You will work with Excel, Power BI, and Tableau to develop dashboards, monitor supplier performance, and ensure policy compliance in a fully remote setup.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Procurement Analyst or similar data-focused procurement role.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent understanding of procurement processes and supply chain management principles.
• Experience with e-procurement systems or ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and process improvements.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track procurement metrics and supplier performance.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives with market intelligence and spend analysis.
• Assist in supplier contract management and ensure compliance with terms.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders virtually to gather requirements and provide insights.
• Research potential new suppliers and assist in onboarding.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

ERP/e-procurement systems

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a detail-oriented and analytical Remote Procurement Analyst to join their virtual procurement team. This role is fully remote, allowing you to contribute from anywhere within South Africa while playing a vital role in analyzing spend data, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and supporting strategic sourcing initiatives. You will work closely with global procurement teams to enhance efficiency, optimize supplier performance, and ensure compliance with company policies. This is an ideal opportunity for a data-driven professional seeking a flexible work arrangement and the chance to make a significant impact on a global scale, working from their home office.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for process improvement.
• Develop reports and dashboards to track key procurement metrics and supplier performance.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives by providing market intelligence and spend analysis.
• Assist in the management of supplier contracts and ensure compliance with terms.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders virtually to gather requirements and provide procurement insights.
• Research potential new suppliers and assist in the supplier onboarding process.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Procurement Analyst or in a similar data-focused procurement role.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Tableau).
• Excellent understanding of procurement processes and supply chain management principles.
• Experience working with e-procurement systems or ERP software.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, suitable for a remote team environment.
• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Analytics, or a related field.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Fully remote work arrangement offering maximum flexibility.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• Generous paid time off and opportunities for professional development.
• Access to cutting-edge procurement technology and virtual collaboration tools, supporting your work from Limpopo or any remote location.