Procurement Operations Analyst

Our client, a leading organization in the manufacturing industry, is seeking a Procurement Operations Analyst to join their team. As a Procurement Operations Analyst, you will be part of the Procurement Organization supporting supplier onboarding, supplier data management, and procurement transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong organizational and analytical skills, exceptional attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across global teams, which will align successfully in the organization.

Job Title: Procurement Operations Analyst

Location: Maplewood, MN

Pay Range: $18 to $25 p/h on w-2
Duration: 12 month contract
What's the Job?

• Support supplier onboarding and supplier data activities as part of the GEP procurement implementation.
• Assist the process lead in identifying process gaps, improvement opportunities, and process stabilization efforts.
• Track process issues, risks, action items, and follow-up activities to ensure timely resolution.
• Create and maintain process documentation, job aids, training materials, and supporting documentation.
• Support report reviews, testing activities, and reporting requirements.
• Maintain issue logs and action trackers to support continuous process improvement.
• Collaborate with vendor master teams and cross-functional stakeholders to resolve open items.
• Perform supplier data analysis, data validation, and data cleanup activities to improve data quality.

What's Needed?

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience in business support, procurement operations, supplier onboarding, data management, project coordination, shared services, or a related field.
• Experience supporting system implementations, go-live activities, or stabilization efforts is preferred.
• Experience creating process documentation, training materials, or standard operating procedures.
• Experience with supplier data management, data quality, or data cleanup activities.
• Familiarity with GEP or other Procurement/ERP systems is preferred.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently in a global, collaborative environment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and common collaboration tools.

What's in it for me?

• Opportunity to support a major procurement transformation initiative at a global manufacturing leader.
• Gain experience working with supplier onboarding, procurement operations, and master data management.
• Collaborate with global cross-functional teams on high-impact business initiatives.
• Develop expertise with GEP procurement systems and supplier enablement processes.
• Flexible work schedule with core business hours and the opportunity to contribute to continuous process improvement initiatives.

Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plan
• Vision Plan
• Health Savings Account
• Health Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long Term Disability Insurance
• Business Travel Insurance
• 401(k), Plus Match
• Weekly Pay

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis and Talent Solutions.

Experis® is a global leader in technology services and part of the ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN) family of brands. We connect skilled technology professionals with meaningful opportunities where they can grow their careers, expand their expertise and make a real impact. Guided by the belief that it takes Human Ingenuity to unlock the true potential of technology, Experis helps people gain experience with leading organizations, build sought-after skills and take the next step toward a brighter future. Backed by ManpowerGroup's 75+ years of workforce expertise and global reach across more than 70 countries and territories, Experis brings the scale, insight and opportunity to help people and businesses thrive. ManpowerGroup is consistently recognized for its commitment to inclusion, ethics and responsible business, including being named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies. Learn more at Experis.com.