Procurement Analyst
About The Position
FlexStaff Staffing is hiring a Procurement Analyst at $60.00 per hour for a long-term temporary role that may become permanent. The position is based in Astoria, Queens, and requires working 100% onsite. Office hours are 7:00 a.m.–3:30 p.m., Monday through Friday. The role reports to the Procurement Manager/Director of Procurement. The Procurement Analyst analyzes procurement data, supports strategic sourcing initiatives, and provides insights to optimize procurement processes. The role works with procurement teams to identify cost-saving opportunities, improve supplier performance, and ensure compliance with procurement policies. It also involves reporting and data visualization, supplier and contract management, cost analysis and budgeting support, and collaboration with procurement, finance, and other departments.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2–4 years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or data analysis.
- Strong analytical skills and proficiency with data analysis tools such as Excel, SQL, and Tableau.
- Knowledge of procurement processes and supply chain management principles.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
- Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
Nice To Haves
- Relevant certification, such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP).
Responsibilities
- Collect, analyze, and interpret procurement data, including spend analysis, supplier performance, and market trends.
- Prepare and present reports on procurement activities, cost savings, and performance metrics to senior management.
- Develop dashboards and data visualizations to support decision-making.
- Assist in developing and implementing sourcing strategies to achieve cost savings and improve supplier performance.
- Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate their capabilities.
- Support supplier selection and negotiation processes.
- Track and assess supplier performance against key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Assist in managing supplier relationships and addressing performance issues or contract disputes.
- Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and regulatory requirements.
- Perform cost analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving and efficiency opportunities.
- Support budgeting and forecasting by providing procurement-related data and insights.
- Work with procurement, finance, and other departments to gather requirements and align work with organizational goals.
- Communicate findings and recommendations clearly to stakeholders.
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What This Job Offers
Career Level
Mid Level
