Procurement Analyst

As a Procurement Analyst, you'll support and optimize our procurement operations. This role will play a critical part in analyzing business spend, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and enhancing procurement processes to drive more efficient spending decisions. The ideal candidate will have experience in data analysis, supplier management, and procurement technologies (including Coupa Procure-to-Pay and punch-out catalog integration). This position offers a unique opportunity to improve procurement strategies, streamline purchasing workflows, and enhance procurement visibility for one of the largest owners and operators of manufactured home communities in the U.S.

Responsibilities

• Spend Analysis & Strategic Procurement
•  Conduct detailed business spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize procurement decisions.
• Provide data-driven insights to support category management, supplier negotiations, and procurement strategy.
• Track spend compliance, identify trends, and work with stakeholders to reduce maverick spending.
• Support budget adherence by analyzing procurement activities and identifying efficiencies.
• Procurement Process Optimization
•  Assist in setting up and managing punch-out catalogs in Coupa, ensuring efficient and user-friendly purchasing workflows.
• Support Coupa Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, troubleshooting system issues and providing user training.
• Work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement more effective procurement channels and sourcing strategies.
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance procurement efficiency and vendor management.
• Supplier Management & Compliance
• Monitor supplier performance through qualitative and quantitative metrics, ensuring contract compliance.
• Conduct market research to source potential suppliers, negotiate pricing, and evaluate vendor capabilities.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to resolve invoicing and payment issues related to procurement.
• Reporting & Data Management
•  Generate comprehensive procurement reports, including spend analysis, cost savings, and vendor performance.
• Maintain and update procurement data within Coupa and other procurement databases to ensure accuracy.
• Prepare presentations, dashboards, and procurement summaries for leadership review.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field (preferred).
• Experience: Minimum of 2+ years in procurement, supply chain, or financial analysis with a focus on spend management.
• Technical Skills:
•  Proficiency in Coupa (or other P2P platforms) for procurement and spend analysis.
• Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) and familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).
• Knowledge of punch-out catalogs, supplier integration, and ERP systems.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze large data sets, identify trends, and drive data-backed procurement decisions.
• Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot procurement challenges, improve processes, and enhance spend efficiency.
• Key Competencies:
• Analytical Thinking: Uses data-driven insights to influence procurement strategies.
• Process Improvement: Continuously identifies ways to enhance procurement efficiency.