Purchasing Analyst

D&B Supply • Caldwell, ID

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Provide data analysis and insights for departments across the company to help teams make informed decisions that support company success and meet our customers’ needs. This position primarily works with the Purchasing team members to analyze sales, inventory, profitability, and other business metrics. The position will work closely with the team and communicate findings and recommendations. This is a salary position starting at $50,000 per year, with compensation based on experience and qualifications.

Requirements

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Strong analytical, organizational and computer skills
• Must be able to spend many hours a day working at a computer.

Nice To Haves

• Report writing and presentation experience
• Experience in SQL querying/database language
• Experience in visualization tools/platforms such as Domo, Power BI, or Tableau
• Technical expertise in data mining, data segmentation, solid reporting techniques, and communications
• At least 2 years' experience as an analyst in an established organization
• Associates or bachelor’s degree in business or related field; or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

• Maintain, analyze, and provide established recurring reports used by the Purchasing team, other departments, and management.
• Gather, clean, interpret data and present findings to relevant purchasing team members and management.
• Provide and present recommended forecasts to buyers and management.
• Monitor and analyze margin and sales data.
• Identify trends and patterns in data.
• Collaborate with purchasing team members to communicate findings, discuss recommendations, and identify opportunities for action.
• Support buyers and management with established needs and goals.
• Review processes and offers to ensure accurate and successful pricing and event development for marketing flyers and promotional events.
• Other analytical duties pertaining to the procurement of products, goods or services as assigned by area manager/director.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED