Procurement Analyst

Overview

Our client is hiring for a Procurement Specialist in the Frisco area. This is a hybrid position and supports sourcing activities by organizing and interpreting large sets of market, spend, and specification data. This role works closely with category managers and cross-functional partners to ensure accurate information, smooth sourcing events, and effective supplier interactions within Indirect Procurement.

• Gather, clean, and consolidate category data from internal systems and external suppliers to provide clear insights for sourcing strategies.
• Identify cost-savings opportunities by reviewing spend patterns, material specifications, benchmark data, and should-cost analyses.
• Support sourcing events by managing supplier lists, preparing specifications, assembling pricing tools, and coordinating all RFX requirements.
• Produce post-event evaluations, including pricing comparisons, scoring summaries, and award scenario analysis using sourcing platforms.
• Maintain and update dashboards and spend reports to track category performance.
• Monitor the sourcing timeline to ensure deadlines and business needs are met.
• Facilitate confidentiality agreements and coordinate with suppliers before and during sourcing events.
• Assist in resolving supplier delivery issues and invoice discrepancies.
• Participate in process-improvement initiatives and cross-functional projects as needed.

• Bachelor's degree in Business or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong digital and analytical skills; familiarity with systems such as Ariba, Snowflake, Beeline, SAP, IBM Cognos, Celonis, Tableau/Power BI is a plus.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel and a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
• Effective communicator with solid problem-solving skills and the ability to collaborate across teams.
• Self-motivated, reliable, and able to follow established processes and safety standards.

Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual's skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting.

The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company's 401(k) retirement plan.

Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact

Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present you as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application.

In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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