Procurement Analyst (Columbus, OH)

Job Posting End Date

06-11-2026

Please note the job posting will close on the day before the posting end date.

Job Summary

Supports Procurement Consultants, Procurement Specialists, and Category Managers in the execution of sourcing and contracting initiatives. Supports analytical work including but not limited to: spend analytics, market complexity, data collection, performance metrics, risk considerations, pricing, total cost of ownership, demand planning, and reporting. Assists with sourcing strategy development, decision making, and contract negotiations. May lead or direct less complex sourcing activities.

Job Description

Where Putting the Customer First Powers Everything We Do!

This role will be primarily focused on the services side of procurement, with an emphasis on information technology and related professional services categories . Responsibilities will include supporting sourcing, contracting, and ongoing contract administration activities within these services categories, as well as assisting with issue identification and resolution in coordination with internal stakeholders and suppliers. The role may also provide analytical and day‑to‑day support to senior/upper‑level analysts who own specific services categories, helping with data analysis, strategic sourcing activities, execution of category strategies, and follow‑through on contract‑related actions.

What You'll Do:

• Conducts market research and analyzes performance metrics to support strategy and decisions regarding suppliers and markets.

• Conducts research and analysis on spend and prior contracts to assist with contract negotiation. Develop and utilize various models (e.g., pricing, total cost ownership).

• Builds and maintains reports to streamline analysis. Supports bid analysis, as needed.

• Communicates findings and recommendations of research and analysis to Supply Chain, Procurement, and Fleet Operations (SCPFO) and business partners.

• Collaborates, as needed, with the Supply Chain center of excellence (COE), the Service Center, and business partners on projects and other initiatives to address recurring issues, improve efficiency, and improve satisfaction.

What We're Looking For:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or other related field; (Or) 4 years of relevant work experience.

Experience: In customer service and/or procurement helpful.

Additional Expectations:

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills desired

• Familiarity with Maximo and Cognos preferred

• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) desired with an ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers

What You'll Get:

Expected Salary Range: $82,000.00-$92,000.00 (USD)

In addition to a competitive compensation, AEP offers a unique comprehensive benefits package that aims to support and enhance the overall well-being of our employees.

Compensation Data

Compensation Grade:

SP20-006

Compensation Range:

$74,551.00 - $93,188.50

The Physical Demand Level for this job is: S – Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (Occasionally: activity or condition exists up to 1/3 of the time) and/or a negligible amount of force frequently. (Frequently: activity or condition exists from 1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other sedentary criteria are met.

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