Senior Procurement Analyst

What You’ll Do

• Leverage AI tools (e.g., Claude, ChatGPT) to enhance market research, accelerate data analysis, and improve efficiency in sourcing workflows
• Identify opportunities to incorporate automation and AI into procurement processes to drive scalability and smarter decision-making
• Support and execute sourcing strategies directed by sourcing managers with a specific focus in G&A categories (People Team, Finance, Legal, Real Estate)
• Develop strong relationships with stakeholders and assist teams to independently evaluate their best practices and adopt a value-driven mindset when purchasing on behalf of the organization
• Lead and execute Sourcing events (RFx)
• Negotiate pricing and other business terms with vendors on net-new purchases and renewals
• Manage the renewals list for designated categories and ensure accuracy of information and proactive communication
• Analyze spend data and identify potential cost savings opportunities
• Create pricing models based on vendor proposals to quantify various buying scenarios
• Build license forecast models and utilization analyses for enterprise software renewals to help uncover usage and savings opportunities
• Collaboratively align with adjacent functions like FP&A on utilization and forecast models
• Operate effectively in ambiguous or evolving problem spaces, helping bring structure, clarity, and forward momentum to loosely defined sourcing initiatives
• Monitor market trends that impact spend categories and provide recommendations to adapt and mitigate risk

Who You Are

• Experienced in 2-3+ years supporting procurement through strategic sourcing with a history of data analysis and negotiated savings in the focus categories
• Able to analyze and present complex data and work with internal business units and leadership on business cases for net new contracts and strategic renewals
• Experience at a high-growth company and understands the nuances of increasing headcount, working on global initiatives, leveraging buying power and breaking down potential silos
• Proven track record of creating partnerships with stakeholders
• Proficient at analyzing cost related to future growth and current demand
• Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to experiment with AI tools to improve personal productivity and team workflows
• Ability to translate emerging technologies (including AI) into practical applications within procurement and sourcing contexts
• Strong problem-solving mindset with the ability to create structure where processes or data may be undefined
• Experience in becoming systems subject matter expert
• Willing to engage in innovative stretch projects
• Understands optimization levers such as demand management, consolidation, price negotiation, etc.
• Someone who holds a Bachelor’s degree in a related field
• Experience with Zip is a plus

Benefits and Growth

• Generous and competitive benefits package
• New hire stock equity (RSUs) and employee stock purchase plan
• Continuous career development and pathing opportunities
• Employee-focused best in class onboarding
• Internal mentor and cross-departmental buddy program
• Friendly and inclusive workplace culture
• Healthcare, dental, parental planning, and mental health benefits
• 401(k) plan and match
• Paid time off
• Fitness reimbursements
• Discounted employee stock purchase plan