Procurement Analyst

Description We are looking for a Procurement Analyst to join a growing manufacturing organization in Saline, Michigan. This fully on-site role is suited for someone who enjoys using data to improve purchasing outcomes, build strong supplier partnerships, and support efficient operations across the business. The position works closely with internal teams and vendors to strengthen sourcing decisions, control costs, and maintain reliable material and service availability.

Responsibilities:

Evaluate purchasing activity, supplier results, and market cost patterns to guide informed procurement decisions. Coordinate quote requests with vendors, review pricing proposals, and contribute to negotiation efforts that improve value and service. Partner with operations, supply chain, and finance teams to align procurement activities with production demands and business priorities. Maintain accurate procurement records and strengthen data quality within enterprise systems and reporting tools. Create and update spreadsheets, dashboards, and performance reports to track purchasing effectiveness and supplier trends. Monitor vendor service levels, delivery performance, and other key indicators to support accountability and risk awareness. Identify opportunities to reduce spend, streamline workflows, and improve overall purchasing efficiency. Help ensure sourced materials and services meet expectations for quality, timing, and inventory support while following company policies. Requirements - At least 1 year of experience in procurement or purchasing, ideally within a manufacturing setting. Background working with supplier communications, request-for-quote processes, pricing review, and cost evaluation. Experience using ERP or comparable business systems such as Oracle, Plex, or similar platforms. Advanced Excel capabilities, including functions such as PivotTables and VLOOKUP. Strong analytical thinking with solid organization and problem-solving ability. Ability to manage several priorities effectively in a fast-moving work environment. Clear communication skills and the ability to build productive working relationships with internal teams and external suppliers. Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .