Senior Procurement Analyst

Placements24; Durban; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonuses

Remote work

Health benefits

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a data-driven Senior Procurement Analyst to join a fully remote procurement team. You will analyze procurement data, develop KPIs and dashboards, and provide data-backed insights for cost savings and supplier performance across the organization.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in procurement or financial analysis, advanced Excel, SQL, and BI tools (Tableau/Power BI), with a finance/economics or supply chain background.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or financial analysis with a data analytics focus.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
• Proficiency in Excel (advanced), SQL, and BI platforms (Tableau, Power BI).

Responsibilities

• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements.
• Develop and maintain KPIs and dashboards for procurement activities.
• Support negotiation with data-backed insights on pricing and supplier performance.
• Conduct spend analysis and category management to optimize supplier base.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and ensure supply chain resilience.
• Research industry trends and technologies in procurement and supply chain mgmt.

Skills

Data analytics

Procurement principles

Communication

Education

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

Tools

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for a data-driven Senior Procurement Analyst to join their fully remote procurement department. In this role, you will leverage your analytical expertise to provide insights and strategic recommendations that enhance procurement operations and cost management across the organization. You will work closely with procurement managers and stakeholders to identify trends, optimize spending, and develop robust sourcing strategies. This position is critical for driving efficiency and delivering significant cost savings through informed decision-making in a dynamic, remote-first work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvement areas.
• Develop and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) and reporting dashboards for procurement activities.
• Support the negotiation process by providing data-backed insights on market pricing and supplier performance.
• Conduct spend analysis and category management support to optimize supplier base and consolidate spend.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast demand and ensure supply chain resilience.
• Research industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in procurement and supply chain management.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or financial analysis, with a strong focus on data analytics.
• Proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced) , SQL, and BI platforms (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Strong understanding of procurement principles and supply chain operations.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and quantitative skills.
• Ability to communicate complex findings clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
• Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business Analytics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field.

Benefits

• Highly competitive salary and potential for annual bonuses.
• Full remote work flexibility, allowing work from anywhere in South Africa .
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits.
• Generous opportunities for professional development, including certifications and training.
• A collaborative and analytical team culture that values data-driven insights and innovation.