Procurement Analyst II

Are you looking to Optimize your life? Start your exciting path to a rewarding career today! We are Optimum, a leader in the fast-paced world of connectivity, and we're seeking driven and enthusiastic professionals to join our team, empower lives, fuel businesses, and drive innovation. Connectivity is now longer a luxury, but a necessity. A career at Optimum means you'll be enabling progress and enhancing lives by providing reliable, high-speed connectivity solutions that keep the world connected. Job Summary We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Procurement Analyst II to support the company’s procurement operations. This role is responsible for processing purchase orders, analyzing purchasing data, assisting with vendor negotiations, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies. The Procurement Analyst II will play a key role in driving cost savings, improving processes, and supporting business stakeholders through accurate reporting and data-driven recommendations. Responsibilities Issue and process purchase orders in a timely and accurate manner to ensure continuity of supply. Assist in vendor negotiations by preparing cost analyses, benchmarking data, and pricing comparisons. Support internal stakeholders (e.g., Finance, Legal, Operations) to ensure procurement activities align with business needs. Maintain procurement records and documentation in compliance with company policies and audit requirements. Develop and update procurement reports, metrics, and dashboards to track KPIs such as order cycle time, cost savings, and supplier performance. Analyze purchasing trends, forecast demand, and provide insights to support budgeting and sourcing initiatives. Utilize Excel and other tools to perform data analysis, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and improve decision-making. Participate in process improvement projects to enhance efficiency and effectiveness within the procurement function. Assist with supplier performance monitoring and resolution of order‑related issues. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree preferred, in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field 2-4 years of procurement or supply chain experience Strong knowledge of procurement processes and systems (experience with Oracle PO system preferred) Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (pivot tables, lookups, formulas, data analysis) Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills with keen attention to detail Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work collaboratively across functions Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment Pay is competitive and based on a number of job‑related factors, including skills and experience. The starting pay range at the time of hire for this position is $64,260.00 – $105,570.00 per year. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to recruiting, hiring and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds regardless of gender, race, color, creed, national origin, religion, age, marital status, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law. #J-18808-Ljbffr