Procurement Analyst

Job Description

STRATEGIC STAFFING SOLUTIONS (S3) HAS AN OPENING!

Procurement Analyst
Columbus, OH (Local/Onsite)
12-month W2 contract role with possibility of converting to permanent
Schedule: M-F 8:00-5:00pm

Role Summary

Supports Procurement Consultants, Procurement Specialists, and Category Managers in the execution of sourcing and contracting initiatives. Supports analytical work including but not limited to: spend analytics, market complexity, data collection, performance metrics, risk considerations, pricing, total cost of ownership, demand planning, and reporting. Assists with sourcing strategy development, decision making, and contract negotiations. May lead or direct less complex sourcing activities.

• 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.

Required

• Contract drafting and administration for large, complex agreements.
• Request for proposal / sourcing process experience.
• Scope of work development.
• Detail oriented.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders at the same time.
• Systems – Ability to learn and become proficient in multiple systems.
• Policy and Procedure Adherence – Ability to follow and enforce policies and procedures.

Preferred

• Familiarity with construction contracting and project delivery methods.
• Familiarity with architectural and engineering terminology and industry standards.
• Familiarity with construction processes and terminology.
• Project management methodologies

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or other related field; OR 4 years of relevant work experience.

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