Sr. Procurement Analyst

At Owens & Minor, we are a critical part of the healthcare process. As a Fortune 500 company with 50+ facilities across the US and 18,000 teammates in over 90 countries, we provide integrated technologies, products and services across the full continuum of care. Customers-and their patients-are at the heart of what we do.

Our mission is to empower our customers to advance healthcare, and our success starts with our teammates.

Owens & Minor teammate benefits include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available on first working day

• 401(k), eligibility after 30 days of employment

• Employee stock purchase plan

• Tuition reimbursement

• Development opportunities to grow your career with a global company

Job Description

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Procurement Analyst to join our team. The Senior Procurement Analyst will be responsible for analyzing procurement data, identifying cost-saving opportunities, developing procurement strategies, and implementing processes to streamline purchasing activities. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a thorough understanding of procurement principles, and the ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.

Core Responsibilities -

Data Analysis: Collect, analyze, and interpret procurement data to identify trends, patterns, and opportunities for cost reduction and process improvement.

Strategic Planning: Develop procurement strategies aligned with organizational objectives, market trends, and supplier capabilities. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand their requirements and preferences.

Supplier Management: Evaluate supplier performance, conduct supplier risk assessments, and negotiate contracts and agreements to ensure favorable terms and conditions.

Process Improvement: Identify inefficiencies in procurement processes and recommend solutions to streamline operations, improve productivity, and reduce costs.

Market Research: Stay informed about market dynamics, industry trends, and regulatory changes affecting procurement. Conduct market research to identify potential suppliers, products, and services.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including finance, operations, and legal, to ensure alignment of procurement activities with organizational goals and objectives.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and regulations. Monitor procurement activities to mitigate risks related to fraud, corruption, and conflicts of interest.

Reporting and Presentation: Prepare and present reports, presentations, and dashboards to communicate procurement performance, savings achievements, and strategic initiatives to senior management and stakeholders.

Technology Utilization: Leverage procurement technology platforms and tools to streamline processes, enhance data analysis capabilities, and improve decision-making.

Qualifying Experience

• The position requires knowledge and ability associated with a bachelor's degree or equivalent with course work indicating quantitative and analytical ability. In most instances, eight years of related business experience is preferred.
  
  Ability requirements are to effectively organize, plan, control, and communicate plans. Prior experience in procurement is required.

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If you feel this opportunity could be the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. This position will accept applications on an ongoing basis.

Owens & Minor is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, religion, disability, age, status as a veteran, or any other status prohibited by applicable national, federal, state or local law.