Procurement Analyst (Columbus, OH)
About The Position
Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do! This role will be primarily focused on the services side of procurement, with an emphasis on information technology and related professional services categories. Responsibilities will include supporting sourcing, contracting, and ongoing contract administration activities within these services categories, as well as assisting with issue identification and resolution in coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers. The role may also provide analytical and day‑to‑day support to senior/upper‑level analysts who own specific services categories, helping with data analysis, strategic sourcing activities, execution of category strategies, and follow‑through on contract‑related actions.
Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or other related field; (Or) 4 years of relevant work experience.
- In customer service and/or procurement helpful.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills desired
- Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) desired with an ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with Maximo and Cognos preferred
Responsibilities
- Conducts market research and analyzes performance metrics to support strategy and decisions regarding suppliers and markets.
- Conducts research and analysis on spend and prior contracts to assist with contract negotiation.
- Develop and utilize various models (e.g., pricing, total cost ownership).
- Builds and maintains reports to streamline analysis.
- Supports bid analysis, as needed.
- Communicates findings and recommendations of research and analysis to Supply Chain, Procurement, and Fleet Operations (SCPFO) and business partners.
- Collaborates, as needed, with the Supply Chain center of excellence (COE), the Service Center, and business partners on projects and other initiatives to address recurring issues, improve efficiency, and improve satisfaction.
Benefits
- In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
