Procurement Operations Analyst — Supply Chain

Procurement Operations Analyst — Supply Chain Indianapolis, IN Job Details $55,000 - $60,000 a year 1 day ago Qualifications Vendor relationship building Record keeping Inventory management Mid-level Bachelor's degree in business administration Demand forecasting Policy & process development Bachelor's degree Continuous improvement Vendor relationship management Contracts Vendor contract management Business Administration Procurement contract negotiation Productivity software Cross-functional collaboration Business Demand planning 2 years Implementing cost-saving initiatives Data-driven decision making Supply Chain Management Communication skills Cross-functional communication Supply chain collaboration Bachelor's degree in supply chain management Supply chain process improvement Full Job Description Procurement Operations Analyst —

Supply Chain Location:

Indianapolis, IN 46229 Your mission Support a resilient, cost-effective supply base while keeping materials available and projects on schedule.

Core responsibilities Supplier partnerships:

Develop and maintain strong relationships to ensure dependable delivery.

Market intelligence:

Track industry pricing and evaluate supplier scorecards to inform buy strategies.

Commercials:

Lead vendor negotiations on pricing and contract terms to optimize total cost.

Supply assurance:

Monitor inventory and forecast needs to avoid shortages.

Alignment:

Work cross-functionally to connect purchasing plans with company objectives.

Governance:

Keep precise records for purchases, pricing, and inventory activity.

Continuous improvement:

Identify opportunities that streamline the supply chain.

Policy support:

Assist in drafting and updating procurement policies and procedures. Skills and experience Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline. Minimum 2 years' experience in purchasing or supply chain management. Negotiation strength and supplier relationship-building capability. Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities. Fluency with Microsoft Office and common supply chain software platforms. Excellent written and verbal communication. Ability to excel independently and as part of a team in a high-velocity environment. What success looks like On-time materials, data-driven purchasing decisions, continuous cost optimization, and a documented procurement process that scales with the business.