The Procurement Analyst provides key analytical support and expertise as a member of the Group Procurement team.
The positionholder is responsible for data mining, analyzing, and interpreting information obtained across various business software systems, public databases, and other sources.
The position collates the information to provide accurate and complete data sets as input for the development of forecasts, Requests for Quotations, negotiations, procurement strategies, order optimization, and other procurement tools.
In collaboration with the category managers, the individual is involved in the development and implementation of category strategies across different Business units & Groups.
The Procurement Analyst is directly responsible for the maintenance of spend databases and pricing updates within the business systems.
Requirements
Bachelor’s level or Masters degree in Engineering, Finance, Supply Chain, or equivalent
Around 3 to 5 years of relevant work experience in a similar position
SAP and/or other ERP systems experience is an advantage
Proficient user of Microsoft Excel required (experience with pivot tables, v-lookups, programming, macros, sorts, and filters)
Experience with Power BI, QlikView, Tableau, Alteryx, or similar tools to analyze large data sets is an advantage.
Relevant experience in a company with a mature procurement function/manufacturing organization preferred.
Experience in the selection, preparation and execution of commercial agreements.