Procurement Operations Analyst

Procurement Operations AnalystThis position is designated as a hybrid role based out of our headquarters near Portland, Oregon. The current expectation is for employees to work onsite four days per week, subject to change based on business needs. This in-office requirement may be adjusted at the discretion of the company.About The PositionThe Procurement Operations Analyst is responsible for the accurate and efficient execution of the purchasing process for assigned regions or categories (North America). Serving as a subject matter expert on Columbia's operational procurement process, this role provides training, coaching, and support to internal stakeholders and suppliers to ensure process understanding and compliance. The Specialist manages new supplier intake and onboarding, executes transactional purchasing, and plays a critical role in the overall procure-to-pay process, driving operational excellence and continuous improvement.How You'll Make A DifferenceMonitor and manage the purchase order process through Columbia's procurement system, ensuring accuracy of pricing, documentation, and compliance prior to order release.Serve as a primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and suppliers regarding procurement processes, emphasizing issue resolution, troubleshooting, and complex inquiry management. Provide targeted training, coaching, and hands-on support to business partners to improve process understanding, reduce rework, and drive adoption of procurement tools and standard ways of working.Manage new supplier onboarding, including intake, validation, and registration. Coordinate supplier enablement and catalog programs. Coordinate with category management and sourcing teams to ensure timely supplier setup to support sourcing activitiesCollaborate with Accounts Payable, shipping/receiving, and requesting departments to ensure proper execution of purchasing activities.Participate in and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and effectiveness of the procurement function.You HaveBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.2–4 years of experience in procurement operations, purchasing, or related roles. Experience with eProcurement systems (e.g., Ariba) preferred.Strong customer service mindset and ability to build relationshipsKnowledge of purchasing best practices and processesExcellent communication skills, both written and verbalAbility to train and coach stakeholders effectivelyStrong organizational skills and attention to detailContinuous improvement mindset with a focus on operational efficiencyAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with eProcurement systems preferredAbility to travel up to 10%Columbia Sportswear Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. Columbia Sportswear is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.