Knowledgeable Business Analyst in Procurement & Data Analytics with 3+ years of experience in procurement operations, supplier management, and data-driven decision-making. Expertise in procurement strategy, contract management, supplier negotiations, and financial reconciliation, with hands-on proficiency in SAP and procurement tools. Skilled in analyzing procurement trends, optimizing sourcing strategies, and developing reports, dashboards, and key performance metrics to drive strategic initiatives. Strong collaborator, working cross-functionally with finance, legal, and risk teams to ensure compliance and operational efficiency.
Procurement & Vendor Management: Managed procurement contracts, supplier documentation, and vendor relationships to ensure compliance, efficiency, and cost optimization. Conducted market research to identify potential suppliers and supported strategic sourcing initiatives.
Contracting & Negotiation: Assisted in drafting, reviewing, and negotiating supplier contracts, RFPs, and RFQs, ensuring alignment with organizational policies and legal requirements. Participated in supplier negotiations and onboarding to improve cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
Financial & Performance Reporting: Collaborated with finance to ensure accurate invoicing and timely payments. Developed reports and dashboards to track procurement performance metrics and presented insights to senior leadership.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked with internal teams, including Legal, Finance, Tax, and Risk, to align procurement strategies with business goals. Maintained procurement records, managed Statements of Work (SOW) in SAP, and facilitated effective communication across departments.