Supply Chain Procurement Analyst

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Híbrido; ZAR 400 000 - 700 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Health insurance

Dental & Vision

Home office stipend

Professional development

Flexible hours

Retirement savings plan

Resumo da oferta

Placements24 is seeking a Supply Chain Procurement Analyst to join a remote-first team focused on optimizing procurement processes, reducing costs, and ensuring data integrity across the supply chain. You'll analyze spending, build dashboards, support strategic sourcing, and collaborate with procurement and finance to drive data-driven decisions in a fully remote environment.

Experience with ERP, Excel, SQL, and BI tools is preferred.

Qualificações

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, or related quantitative field.
• 2-4 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or analytics, preferably remote.
• Strong data analysis with Excel, SQL, and BI tools (Tableau/Power BI).
• Understanding of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and supply chain principles.

Responsabilidades

• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities and market insights.
• Develop dashboards and reports to track procurement KPIs and performance.
• Support strategic sourcing with data analysis, market research, and cost modeling.
• Collaborate with procurement to onboard new suppliers and assess viability.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to optimize stock and reduce costs.
• Assist in negotiations with data-driven pricing and terms.
• Identify supply chain risks and mitigation strategies.
• Ensure data accuracy in procurement systems and databases.
• Contribute to best practices and process improvements.

Conhecimentos

Data analysis

Excel advanced

SQL

Tableau/Power BI

Remote work

Communication skills

Formação académica

Bachelor's degree in SCM / Business Analytics

Ferramentas

Excel

SQL

Tableau

Power BI

ERP systems

Descrição da oferta de emprego

About the Role

Our client, a leader in sustainable logistics and supply chain solutions, is looking for a talented Supply Chain Procurement Analyst to join their fully remote team. This position is instrumental in optimizing our client's procurement processes, driving cost efficiencies, and ensuring the integrity of their supply chain data. You will work closely with procurement specialists and stakeholders across the organization to analyze spending, identify trends, and support strategic sourcing initiatives. As a remote-first company, we embrace collaboration, innovation, and the effective use of digital tools to achieve our goals. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical capabilities, a deep understanding of supply chain dynamics, and a passion for data-driven decision-making. This is a prime opportunity to contribute significantly to supply chain excellence from a remote work setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze procurement data to identify cost-saving opportunities, supplier performance trends, and market insights.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track key procurement KPIs and performance metrics.
• Support strategic sourcing activities by providing data analysis, market research, and cost modeling.
• Collaborate with procurement teams to identify and onboard new suppliers, assessing their viability.
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast demand to optimize stock management and reduce carrying costs.
• Assist in the negotiation process by providing relevant data and analysis on pricing and terms.
• Identify and assess supply chain risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Ensure data accuracy and integrity within procurement systems and databases.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of procurement best practices and process improvements.
• Facilitate communication and information flow between procurement, finance, and operations departments.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Finance, Economics, or a related quantitative field.
• 2-4 years of experience in a procurement, supply chain, or analytical role, preferably in a remote setting.
• Strong proficiency in data analysis tools such as Excel (advanced functions, pivot tables), SQL, and ideally data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
• Understanding of procurement processes, sourcing strategies, and supply chain principles.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain complex data clearly.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a remote environment.
• High attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy.
• Experience with ERP systems and procurement platforms is a plus.
• Proactive approach to identifying challenges and proposing solutions.

Benefits

• Competitive salary package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Generous paid time off and holiday schedule.
• Retirement savings plan with employer matching.
• Opportunities for professional development, certifications, and further education.
• Home office stipend to ensure a productive remote workspace.
• Access to advanced analytics and procurement software.
• A collaborative and innovative remote work culture.
• Flexible working hours to accommodate different time zones.
• Regular virtual team events and professional networking opportunities.