Procurement Analyst I
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Job Location:
Houston, MS - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
21 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
POSITION SUMMARY
The Analyst I Procurement Analytics plays a critical role in enhancing the efficiency cost-effectiveness and strategic performance of TPCs Procurement function with secondary support to broader Supply Chain operations. This position primarily supports Procurement leadership by delivering actionable insights derived from financial sourcing and operational dataenabling data-driven decisions that strengthen sourcing strategies supplier performance supplier management contract management and spend optimization.
The analyst will help optimize supplier management processes and will design develop and maintain advanced analytical tools and dashboards that consolidate data from multiple enterprise systems (including but not limited to Oracle Contract Management System Hyperion BI platforms and others) to monitor key procurement KPIs vendor metrics and cost-saving initiatives. Additionally this role contributes to strategic planning by applying financial modeling AI-based forecasting and scenario analysis to uncover opportunities for efficiency gains and value creation within procurement processes while also supporting select Supply Chain optimization efforts as needed.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Supply Chain and Procurement Performance Support
Carry out and manage automation of supplier management processes.
Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to identify data-driven efficiency improvements.
Deliver monthly and quarterly analytics on procurement spend supplier KPIs and supply chain performance for leadership review.
Utilize key metrics to analyze purchasing trends cost variances and material utilization to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvement strategies.
Develop and maintain interactive BI dashboards (e.g. Power BI Tableau) for transparent cross-functional visibility into sourcing and production metrics.
Support category management and contract negotiations through total cost of ownership (TCO) modeling and supplier risk analysis.
Track and validate cost-saving initiatives against financial and operational outcomes.
Business Intelligence and Data Analysis
Integrate and analyze large datasets from ERP and supply chain systems to support sourcing pricing and supplier performance decisions.
Apply AI machine learning and statistical modeling to forecast demand optimize inventory and assess supplier reliability.
Partner with IT and business units to enhance data quality streamline reporting and advance digital procurement capabilities.
Identify and implement opportunities for process automation through data pipelines and AI-driven analytics tools.
Strategic and Financial Planning
Conduct cost-benefit and scenario analyses to support strategic sourcing initiatives supplier diversification and logistics optimization.
Collaborate with FP&A to align procurement metrics with financial performance and corporate objectives.
Prepare executive-level presentations summarizing key findings business cases and strategic recommendations.
Support development of annual operating and long-range plans related to procurement and supply chain expenditures.
KEYS TO SUCCESS
Strong analytical problem-solving and data visualization skills with proficiency in Excel Power BI Hyperion or equivalent tools.
Familiarity with ERP systems (Oracle SAP) and data warehousing concepts.
Experience applying AI and predictive analytics to enhance forecasting cost modeling and supplier risk management.
Excellent communication skillsable to translate complex data into clear actionable business recommendations.
Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to influence and lead process improvement initiatives across departments.
Comfortable working with ambiguity and developing innovative analytical approaches to operational challenges.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Bachelors degree in supply chain management Finance Engineering Data Analytics or MIS from an accredited institution.
03 years of experience in supplier management procurement analytics supply chain analytics or financial analysis within manufacturing petrochemical or refining industries.
Strong working knowledge of data analysis business intelligence and financial modeling techniques.
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS
MBA or advanced degree in Supply Chain Management Data Analytics or related field.
Experience with data science AI applications and predictive analytics in supply chain or procurement contexts
Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States continually without company sponsorship
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Purchasing
- Procurement
- Vendor Management
- HR Sourcing
- Lean
- Pivot tables
- SAP
- Asset Management
- Supply Chain Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Financial Management
- Contracts
About Company
TPC Group is a global leader in providing a diverse range of quality products to chemical and petroleum-based companies worldwide. Integrity is stamped into everything we do – from the chemicals we produce to the services we provide. Count on it.
