Job Description: Procurement Analyst
General Information
* Hiring Department/Group: Finance Operations, Finance
* Job Title: Procurement Analyst
* Office Location: Dublin
Overview
The Procurement function is responsible for evaluating suppliers, negotiating contracts, ensuring the cost-effective procurement of goods and services and managing the end-to-end procurement lifecycle. A procurement analyst will collaborate with internal departments, review and negotiate vendor contracts, identify opportunities for cost savings, and help ensure compliance with procurement policies and procedures.
Principal Responsibilities
* Bid and negotiate purchases for a variety of goods and services across multiple categories of spend including software, technology equipment, facility management/real estate related services, HR services, subscriptions, and general supplies.
* Coordinate with internal stakeholders and vendors, providing solutions, support, and customer service.
* Negotiate contracts and commercial terms with suppliers to achieve the best possible pricing and service levels, while ensuring favorable legal terms and compliance with company policies.
* Ensure timely and accurate processing of requisitions and purchase orders.
* Identify opportunities for consolidation of suppliers and ways to enhance relationships with existing suppliers.
* Assist with the sourcing and onboarding of new vendors, ensuring adherence to all policies and procedures.
* Extract and analyze data to support the identification of cost savings, process efficiency, and risk mitigation opportunities.
* Monitor and mitigate risks associated with procurement activities.
Qualifications/Skills Required
* Bachelor's Degree (business related).
* 2+ years of indirect procurement experience.
* Sourcing and procurement experience in both technology and non-technology categories of spend.
* Driven, innovative, results-oriented, and persistent with a positive attitude and high interest in problem solving.
* Experience with Oracle or Procure-to-Pay systems.
* Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
* Ability to actively listen and engage in conversation to uncover relevant information and identify solutions.
* Quick learner, detail-oriented, and strong ownership of work. Ability to establish working relationships with all levels of staff, management, and vendors.
* Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a structured manner.
* Able to prioritize in a fast-moving, constantly changing environment; high sense of urgency.
* Team player with a strong willingness to participate and help others.
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