Procurement Analyst

IFS


Job Location:

Colombo - Sri Lanka

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed
Posted on: Yesterday
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Department:

Finance

Job Summary

Job description:

We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Procurement Analyst to join our procurement team and report into a member of the Procurement Leadership team. This role will play a key part in driving procurement transformation through data technology and automation.

The ideal candidate will combine strong analytical skills with experience in Power BI/dashboard development procurement technologies and emerging AI solutions. This role is highly focused on enabling data-driven decision-making improving system capabilities and supporting digital procurement initiatives. Selected candidate must be available to work during the EU shift.

Key Responsibilities

  • Power BI & Dashboard Development
    • Design develop and maintain interactive dashboards and reports in Power BI to support procurement decision-making
    • Translate business requirements into data models visualisations and KPIs
    • Ensure data accuracy usability and stakeholder adoption
  • Data Analysis & Insights
    • Collect analyse and interpret procurement data to identify trends and optimisation opportunities
    • Deliver actionable insights to support cost savings efficiency improvements and strategic initiatives
  • Technology Implementation & Ownership
    • Support implementation and continuous improvement of procurement tools and platforms (e.g. sourcing contract management spend analytics)
    • Act as a system admin / power user including configuration access management and troubleshooting
    • Drive adoption and effective use of procurement technologies across the function
  • AI & Automation Initiatives
    • Identify and support implementation of AI-driven solutions and automation opportunities in procurement processes
    • Collaborate with IT and stakeholders to integrate AI into reporting analytics and workflows
  • Reporting & Data Governance
    • Develop and maintain standardised reporting frameworks and governance practices
    • Ensure consistency and integrity of data across systems and reports
  • Process Improvement
    • Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes through digitalisation automation and system enhancements
    • Recommend and implement improvements to increase efficiency and user experience
  • Supplier Performance & Analytics
    • Support development of supplier performance dashboards and analytics capabilities
    • Improve visibility of supplier KPIs and enable data-driven supplier management
  • Stakeholder Collaboration
    • Work closely with Procurement Finance IT and other teams to gather requirements and deliver data-driven solutions
    • Translate technical outputs into clear actionable business insights
  • Compliance & Best Practices
    • Ensure reporting and system usage align with internal policies governance standards and best practices

Qualifications :

Qualifications:

  • 1-2 years of experience in procurement data analytics BI/reporting or similar roles
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis and dashboard development
  • Proficiency in Power BI and advanced Excel
  • Experience with procurement or enterprise systems and basic system admin/support
  • Understanding of data governance and reporting best practices
  • Exposure to or interest in AI automation or digital transformation
  • Excellent attention to detail and ability to handle large datasets
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to present clear insights and recommendations
  • Knowledge of procurement processes and spend analysis
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with strong organisational skills

Remote Work :

No


Employment Type :

Full-time

Job description: We are seeking a detail-oriented and analytical Procurement Analyst to join our procurement team and report into a member of the Procurement Leadership team. This role will play a key part in driving procurement transformation through data technology and automation.The ideal candida...

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