Procurement Analyst

The Procurement Analyst is responsible for multiple Procurement projects, working with cross-functional teams and standard work to build and execute project implementation plans for productivity and continuous improvement projects Partner with Product Growth Teams to assist with projects charter, benefits, and resource requirements Responsible for monitoring active projects, updating status, eliminating roadblocks, and escalating issues as appropriate Investigate, coordinate and communicate project changes Identify gaps to goals and collaboratively develop and support countermeasures and activities to close the gap and exceed targets Support Product Growth Team’s goals by leading and executing supplier rationalization, quality and delivery improvement projects Work to align strategies between Commodity, Product Growth Teams, and Sector Growth Teams Requirements Bachelor’s Degree preferred Minimum 3+ years of previous work experience in a diversified industrial company in the areas of procurement, engineering, project management, quality, finance and/or operations required Strong understanding of the procurement processes at an operational and leadership level Demonstrated ability for independent thinking and multi-tasking Proven ability to plan pro-actively, anticipate issues and have excellent problem resolution records with little or no input or assistance Excellent follow-through Proficiency in computer applications including industry-related software and tools Excellent written and oral communication skills Strong influencing and negotiating skills across organization Possess strong interpersonal skills Ability to lead, develop and motivate staff; foster team dynamic Experience in International sourcing experience, running large complex cross functional projects a plus Experience in supplier development, materials management, and/or supplier quality a plus Ability to travel up to 15% Core Competencies Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, project management, and supplier development, with a strong ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive continuous improvement initiatives. Proficient in problem resolution and effective communication, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. Highest-signal resume keywords Procurement Processes Project Management Supplier Development Cross-Functional Collaboration Negotiation Skills ATS Optimization Keywords Hard Skills Project Implementation Supplier Rationalization Quality Improvement Materials Management International Sourcing Soft Skills Independent Thinking Multi-Tasking Excellent Communication Influencing Skills Team Leadership Certifications & Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree Industry Keywords Diversified Industrial Company Continuous Improvement Operational Leadership Problem Resolution Cross-Functional Projects Tools & Technologies Industry-Related Software Computer Applications #J-18808-Ljbffr