Procurement Analyst

About Gibson Homewares

Gibson Homewares is one of the most influential home and kitchen companies in the country selling some of the most recognized names in kitchenware to 40 countries.

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About the Opportunity

Job Title: Procurement Analyst

We are seeking a highly motivated Procurement Analyst to join our Finance team in our corporate headquarters in Los Angeles CA.

This role combines procurement responsibility for the companys indirect spend with financial analysis and reporting support. The ideal candidate is analytical detail-oriented and eager to build a career in finance procurement or business operations.

This is an excellent opportunity for a recent college graduate or early-career professional who enjoys working with data identifying cost-saving opportunities and contributing to business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Manage purchasing activities for indirect company spend including office supplies technology software subscriptions professional services equipment and other operational needs.
• Source vendors request competitive quotes and evaluate pricing service and quality.
• Build and maintain positive relationships with suppliers and service providers.
• Track vendor performance contracts and purchasing agreements.
• Create purchase orders and maintain accurate purchasing records.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and process improvements through spending analysis.

Financial Analysis & Reporting

• Prepare regular spending purchasing and cost-analysis reports.
• Analyze departmental expenses and provide insights to support budget management and cost control.
• Develop and maintain reports dashboards and key performance metrics.
• Assist with budgeting forecasting and ad hoc financial analyses.
• Use Excel and reporting tools to organize analyze and present data for management decision-making.

Accounts Payable & Administrative Support

• Reconcile corporate credit card transactions and allocate expenses appropriately.
• Ensure purchases are properly documented and approved.
• Support contract tracking renewals and vendor documentation management.
• Maintain databases related to vendors contracts and purchasing activity.

Process Improvement & Systems Support

• Assist with ERP reporting and business system implementations and upgrades.
• Support testing validation process documentation and training efforts.
• Help develop more efficient reporting and purchasing processes.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across finance and operations.

Qualifications

• LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY
• Bachelors degree in Finance Accounting Business Administration Economics Supply Chain Management or a related field.
• Recent college graduates and candidates with up to 2 years of relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

Skills & Experience

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel including formulas Pivot Tables and data analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working with data and translating findings into actionable recommendations.
• Experience with ERP systems reporting tools or business intelligence platforms is a plus.

What Were Looking For

The successful candidate is:

• Naturally curious and analytical.
• Interested in both finance and business operations.
• Detail-oriented and highly organized.
• Eager to learn procurement vendor management and financial analysis.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
• Motivated to identify efficiencies solve problems and improve processes.

Why Join Us

This role offers broad exposure to both finance and procurement providing a strong foundation for career growth in financial analysis purchasing supply chain accounting or business operations. You will work closely with company leadership and gain hands-on experience supporting strategic decision-making across the organization.

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