Analyst, R&D

• Support R&D Procurement category teams with spend analysis, reporting, and supplier insights
• Assist with sourcing activities, including RFx preparation, bid analysis, supplier comparisons, and documentation
• Maintain and analyze procurement data to identify cost, performance, and efficiency opportunities
• Support supplier management activities, including performance tracking, issue follow-up, and scorecard maintenance
• Assist in contract administration, documentation management, and compliance with procurement policies
• Partner with R&D stakeholders to clarify requirements and support execution of approved sourcing strategies
• Leverage procurement systems and digital tools to support data accuracy, reporting, and process execution
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives related to procurement processes, analytics, and automation

• Bachelor’s degree required in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field
• 0–2 years of experience in procurement, supply chain, finance, operations, or a related discipline
• Strong analytical skills with Excel-based data sets, reports, and dashboards
• Ability to manage multiple priorities with strong attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to collaborate in a cross-functional, matrixed environment
• Exposure to R&D, technical, or innovation-focused environments preferred
• Familiarity with procurement, sourcing, or ERP systems such as SAP, Ariba, or Coupa preferred
• Experience supporting RFx processes, supplier analysis, or contract documentation preferred
• Interest in digital tools, analytics, or AI-enabled procurement capabilities preferred
• Experience in regulated industries such as Med Tech, healthcare, or life sciences preferred
• English required
• Procurement or analytics certifications such as CPSM or CIPS preferred

Demonstrates strong analytical skills in procurement data analysis and reporting, with proficiency in Excel and experience in supplier management and sourcing activities. Familiarity with procurement systems and a background in regulated industries enhance the ability to support R&D procurement initiatives effectively.

• Analytical Skills
• Procurement Systems
• Supplier Management
• RFx Processes
• Contract Documentation

• Data Analysis
• Excel
• Reporting
• Sourcing
• Supplier Analysis
• Documentation Management
• Performance Tracking
• Cost Analysis
• Efficiency Opportunities
• Continuous Improvement

• Attention to Detail
• Effective Communication
• Collaboration

• CPSM
• CIPS

• Procurement
• Supply Chain
• Finance
• Operations
• R&D
• Med Tech
• Healthcare
• Life Sciences

• SAP
• Ariba
• Coupa
• Digital Tools
• AI-Enabled Procurement