PROCUREMENT ANALYST - CHARTWELLS HIGHER ED - CHARLOTTE, NC

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success. We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you. We are seeking a detail-oriented and highly analytical Procurement Analyst to support our procurement operations within Chartwells Higher Education. This role will play a key part in managing vendor agreements, coordinating subcontract renewals, supporting supplier onboarding, and providing data-driven insights to optimize procurement processes. The ideal candidate is highly organized, proactive, and exceptionally skilled in Excel.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, or a related field preferred
2–4 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, or a related analytical role
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Power BI (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, data modeling, etc.) is required
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills

Nice To Haves

Experience with procurement
Familiarity with contract management processes
Experience supporting sourcing or supplier management initiatives

Responsibilities

Assist in the management and administration of vendor agreements, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely updates
Track and coordinate subcontract renewals, including maintaining renewal calendars and supporting negotiations
Support field requests for new suppliers, including intake, evaluation, and onboarding coordination
Maintain and update supplier records and procurement documentation
Analyze procurement data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and process improvements
Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and models to support procurement optimization initiatives
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure procurement needs are met efficiently
Ensure data integrity across procurement systems and reporting tools