As a Procurement Analyst, you'll support and optimize our procurement operations. This role will play a critical part in analyzing business spend, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and enhancing procurement processes to drive more efficient spending decisions. The ideal candidate will have experience in data analysis, supplier management, and procurement technologies (including Coupa Procure-to-Pay and punch-out catalog integration). This position offers a unique opportunity to improve procurement strategies, streamline purchasing workflows, and enhance procurement visibility for one of the largest owners and operators of manufactured home communities in the U.S. Responsibilities

Spend Analysis & Strategic Procurement

 Conduct detailed business spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and optimize procurement decisions.

Provide data-driven insights to support category management, supplier negotiations, and procurement strategy.

Track spend compliance, identify trends, and work with stakeholders to reduce maverick spending.

Support budget adherence by analyzing procurement activities and identifying efficiencies.

Procurement Process Optimization

 Assist in setting up and managing punch-out catalogs in Coupa, ensuring efficient and user-friendly purchasing workflows.

Support Coupa Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, troubleshooting system issues and providing user training.

Work with cross-functional teams to develop and implement more effective procurement channels and sourcing strategies.

Identify and implement process improvements that enhance procurement efficiency and vendor management.

Supplier Management & Compliance

Monitor supplier performance through qualitative and quantitative metrics, ensuring contract compliance.

Conduct market research to source potential suppliers, negotiate pricing, and evaluate vendor capabilities.

Ensure adherence to procurement policies, providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders.

Collaborate with accounting and finance teams to resolve invoicing and payment issues related to procurement.

Reporting & Data Management

 Generate comprehensive procurement reports, including spend analysis, cost savings, and vendor performance.

Maintain and update procurement data within Coupa and other procurement databases to ensure accuracy.

Prepare presentations, dashboards, and procurement summaries for leadership review.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or a related field (preferred).

Experience: Minimum of 2+ years in procurement, supply chain, or financial analysis with a focus on spend management.

Technical Skills:

 Proficiency in Coupa (or other P2P platforms) for procurement and spend analysis.

Strong Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, data analysis) and familiarity with BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, or similar).

Knowledge of punch-out catalogs, supplier integration, and ERP systems.

Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze large data sets, identify trends, and drive data-backed procurement decisions.

Communication Skills: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Problem-Solving: Ability to troubleshoot procurement challenges, improve processes, and enhance spend efficiency.

Key Competencies:

Analytical Thinking: Uses data-driven insights to influence procurement strategies.

Process Improvement: Continuously identifies ways to enhance procurement efficiency.