Job Location : Chicago,IL, USA
About the job Procurement analyst Procurement analyst needs 2 years experience Procurement analyst requires: Hybrid Basic knowledge of accounting principles and accounts payable practices/techniques Bachelor's degree required, preferably in accounting or business administration Experience A minimum of two years business experience required Proficient in Microsoft Excel Experience in a customer service environment required Previous experience in a higher education institution Familiarity with administrative processes, procedures, and systems within a university setting Prior experience as a functional user with an ERP system, preferably Oracle Fusion Demonstrated ability to use analytical techniques to reconcile financial data and review and process financial documents Proficiency in the use of spreadsheet and database software Shown intermediate to advanced proficiency in the use of Excel (vlookup, pivot tables, etc) and other database softwares (i.e. Cognos, Tableau, Oracle, etc.) Openness to change, adapts, and works effectively in a variety of situations, individuals or groups is preferred Technical Knowledge or Skills Experience working with Microsoft Excel, Word, and databases required Procurement analyst duties: Research the vendors to verify their credibility and ability to provide what is promised Keep abreast of data resulting from the vendor relationship to make sure it is worth maintaining in its present form or at all