Procurement Operations Analyst

About the company

Rice University

Higher education · 2 to 10 employees

What you'll do

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution. In lieu of the education requirement, additional related experience, above and beyond what is required, on a year-for-year basis, may be substituted.
• One or more (1+) years of experience in procurement, supply chain, business analytics, operations, financial analysis, or a related field.
• Excellent verbal, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to collect, interpret, analyze, and present data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and support business decision-making.
• Demonstrated strategic thinking, critical thinking, problem-solving, and process improvement capabilities.
• Strong customer service orientation with a positive attitude and sense of urgency.
• Ability to translate complex information into meaningful reports, visualizations, and actionable recommendations.
• Ability to develop and present dashboards, scorecards, KPI reporting, and data visualizations that support decision-making.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and project management skills.
• Ability to maintain a high level of performance and consistently meet commitments.
• Ability to work cooperatively and effectively with others while maintaining appropriate confidentiality.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook.
• Working knowledge of ERP systems, reporting tools, business intelligence platforms, and other business applications.
• Ability to leverage emerging technologies, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve productivity, reporting, and business processes.
• Must be able to perform all essential and marginal functions of the job.
• Five or more (5+) years of experience in procurement, supply chain, business analytics, operations, financial analysis, or a related field.
• Experience with data visualization, business intelligence, and reporting tools such as Power BI, Tableau, Oracle Analytics, or similar applications.
• Experience developing dashboards, scorecards, KPI reporting, executive presentations, and data-driven business reviews.
• Demonstrated interest in and experience leveraging AI-enabled tools, automation, and emerging technologies to improve business processes, reporting, operational efficiency, and decision-making.
• Experience with Oracle Fusion Cloud or other enterprise resource planning (ERP) platforms.
• Experience supporting process improvement, operational excellence, continuous improvement, or business transformation initiatives.
• Familiarity with eSourcing, spend analytics, supplier management, contract management, or procurement technology platforms.
• Familiarity with higher education procurement practices, policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Procurement Analytics and ReportingDevelop, maintain, and enhance procurement dashboards, scorecards, KPI reporting, and operational metrics.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret procurement, supplier, and operational data to identify trends, risks, opportunities, and areas for improvement.
• Develop ad hoc analyses and reports to support leadership decision-making.
• Transform data into meaningful insights and recommendations through effective data visualization and storytelling.
• Lead procurement performance measurement, reporting, and business intelligence initiatives.
• Process Improvement and Digital EnablementIdentify opportunities to improve procurement processes, workflows, stakeholder experiences, and operational efficiency.
• Support ERP optimization efforts and procurement technology initiatives.
• Evaluate, pilot, and leverage digital, automation, and AI-enabled tools to improve reporting, productivity, stakeholder experience, and business outcomes.
• Identify, recommend, and implement opportunities to automate reporting, streamline workflows, and improve data quality across procurement processes.
• Analyze and document business processes and recommend improvements to increase efficiency, effectiveness, and user experience.
• Participate in cross-functional projects supporting continuous improvement and organizational objectives.
• Communications & Stakeholder EngagementDevelop presentations, executive summaries, dashboards, and procurement business reviews for leadership and stakeholders.
• Communicate procurement performance, initiatives, and recommendations through clear and compelling reporting.
• Build productive relationships with campus stakeholders and suppliers.
• Provide guidance and support regarding procurement processes, systems, and best practices.
• Procurement Operations SupportServe as the primary backup to the Procurement Coordinator.
• Support stakeholders throughout the procurement lifecycle and assist with procurement-related inquiries.
• Resolve purchasing, supplier, invoicing, pricing, and delivery issues.
• Assist with supplier catalog maintenance, system administration activities, and procurement operations.
• Support the department during periods of high workload, staff absences, or special projects.
• Strategic Sourcing SupportConduct market research, spend analysis, and supplier analysis to support sourcing decisions.
• Assist with benchmarking, supplier performance assessments, and data-driven sourcing initiatives.
• Support sourcing events, supplier evaluations, and commercial reviews.
• Support strategic procurement projects as assigned.
• Additional ResponsibilitiesMaintains a high level of accountability and follows through on commitments.
• Supports special projects, departmental initiatives, and organizational priorities as assigned.
• Demonstrates a commitment to continuous improvement, innovation, and operational excellence.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

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