Lead Analyst - Global Procurement Analytics and Performance

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Analytics, Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or a related field (Master’s Degree/Certification in a related field preferred).
• 8-10 years of relevant experience in a quantitative/applied analytics role, preferably with a strong background in global procurement processes or related.
• Hands-on expertise in Power BI including dashboard development, DAX, Power Query, and data modeling using Python, PySpark, R, etc.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis).

Key Skill Requirements:

• Fair understanding of procurement processes, including sourcing, PR/PO lifecycle, vendor management, and contract tracking.
• Working understanding of ERP/procurement systems such as SAP, Ariba, Coupa, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Knowledge of SQL, Power Automate, or other analytics tools (Tableau, Qlik, Spotfire, Alteryx, etc.) will be an added advantage.
• Advanced proficiency in Excel (including advanced formulas, pivot tables, and data analysis).
• Good to have: Hands-on experience supporting the IGNITE tool.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Support reporting and analytics requirements across GNFR (goods not for resale) procurement categories.
• Analyze, clean, and validate large datasets to ensure data accuracy, integrity, and consistency for reporting and decision-making.
• Identify trends, patterns, and business insights through statistical analysis and ad-hoc reporting to support strategic decisions.
• Design and develop intuitive, user-centric dashboards and analytical solutions using tools like Power BI to improve business visibility and performance.
• Create business and analytics documentation, including functional specifications, use cases, process maps, user stories, and test cases.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and senior leadership to deliver analytics projects and communicate actionable insights effectively.
• Support business reviews, presentations, and ad-hoc analytical requirements.
• Drive operational excellence by improving data quality processes, automating issue detection, and benchmarking procurement and finance performance.
• Support data governance and provide training, guidance, and documentation to end-users on analytics tools, reporting standards, and dashboard utilization.

Key Skills

• Analytical skills, stakeholder engagement, and problem-solving.
• Strong communication and presentation skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to shape the future of our global IT strategy.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.