Procurement Analyst

Overview

We've partnered with an established organization seeking a detail‑oriented Procurement Analyst to support strategic sourcing and category management initiatives. The role partners closely with procurement leadership to analyze spend, support sourcing events, and deliver data‑driven insights that improve supplier performance, cost efficiency, and purchasing decisions.

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.

• Analyze procurement and spend data from internal systems and supplier sources, transforming large datasets into clear insights and actionable summaries.
• Support category and sourcing strategies by identifying cost optimization opportunities through data review, supplier comparisons, market analysis, and pricing evaluations.
• Assist in the execution of competitive sourcing events by helping prepare sourcing documentation, standardizing material and service specifications, and maintaining supplier records.
• Develop and manage sourcing event materials, including pricing templates, evaluation criteria, and supporting documentation.
• Compile and evaluate post‑sourcing results, reviewing supplier responses, pricing outcomes, and scoring metrics to support award recommendations.
• Create, maintain, and enhance spend dashboards and recurring procurement reports for internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and manage sourcing timelines to ensure business requirements and project milestones are met.
• Coordinate with suppliers before and during sourcing events, including facilitating nondisclosure agreements and managing communications.
• Support issue resolution related to supplier invoicing discrepancies, pricing concerns, and delivery challenges.

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Economics, or a related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in procurement analysis, sourcing, supply chain, or a related analytical role.
• Strong data analysis skills with the ability to interpret trends and summarize findings for non‑technical audiences.
• Experience supporting RFP, RFQ, or RFI processes or other competitive sourcing activities.
• Proficiency in data analysis and reporting tools; advanced Excel skills strongly preferred.
• High attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills with experience collaborating across functions.

The salary range for the role is noted in this 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 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