Procurement Analyst

Here at Anaplan, we have reinvented how companies see, plan, and run their businesses. Our platform allows our customers to uncover new insights, connect their strategy to their plans, and work in ways they had not previously thought possible. We're growing fast, constantly innovating, and couldn't be prouder to help our customers move forward with confidence in a sophisticated and changing world.

We are looking for forward-thinking people who put customer experience at the forefront of every decision. Individuals who thrive on challenges and are ready to grasp the opportunity of a lifetime. Because we fundamentally believe every colleague brings outstanding value to our whole. We are a workplace where each person feels seen, heard, and valued, and can contribute their unique talent to our collective effort. We believe that for ourselves and for our customers.

**_ This position is a Fixed Term Role_**

The **Procurement Analyst** will work on both strategic and operational aspects of the Anaplan procurement program. This includes working with our internal customers and external partners to ensure operational excellence and employee experience in supporting and driving initiatives to lead the procure-to-pay process. The analyst works with our suppliers across multiple categories and works closely throughout the agreement lifecycle to ensure the highest level of services are being delivered. The procurement and contract management team falls within our finance center of excellence organization, and along with having extensive P2P industry knowledge, the analyst is expected to follow high procurement standards in working with suppliers.

**Your Impact**:

- Plans, prioritizes, coordinates, and evaluates the work of the Procurement unit; assures that standards are maintained and that work is completed within established deadlines.
- Prepare fundamental purchasing specifications for products or services at the best price in accordance with specifications, quality, and delivery requirements.
- Ensures policies and procedures comply with all pertinent laws, rules, and regulations and streamlines administrative processing to ensure proper documentation of all procurement activities.
- Collaborates with key stakeholders to understand their requirements, compile specifications, facilitate vendor selection, and negotiate agreements; supports divisions to understand procurement services, policies, and approval process clearly.
- Track & report performance of agreements & suppliers. Develop and maintain metrics, collect and analyze performance data, and perform root cause analysis of deviations
- Understands the different requirements between competitive solicitation types, including Request for Proposal (RFP), Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for Information (RFI), and Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) alternatives as required by the business; facilitates the evaluation of bids and proposals received in response to a competitive solicitation; and supports executive review proposal preparation as needed.
- Provides support in the area of contract review, negotiations, monitoring, evaluation, and close-out; reviews and analyzes justification for new and amended contracts; drafts, modify, and/or terminates contracts; researches and interprets contract provisions, remedies, penalties, and compliance terms to stakeholders and end users.
- Support, review, and approve Purchase Requisitions and change orders
- Create and issue Purchase Orders in various formats (punchout, AMEX, etc.) and ensuring it is in compliance with company policies
- Manage outstanding Purchase Card verifications
- Close-out P-card transactions for past employees via Workday
- Provide AMEX Corporate card support for our EMEA team
- Work on various ad-hoc projects to streamline the P2P process
- Track contract terminations to ensure business continuity (reassign tasks, Requisitions, etc)
- Support Digital transformation and change management projects to promote user experiences and further improve Procure to Pay, contract and supplier management, and more

**Your Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree or equivalent education and experience related to procurement, accounting, or international operations
- 2+ years of experience in Procure to Pay process with a strong knowledge of procurement practices and techniques
- Willingness to work flexible hours that accommodate international employees as needed
- Strong analytical skills and aptitude for details
- Proficiency in English and French is required

**Preferred Skills**:

- Proven experience in global procurement management with roles including strategic sourcing and procurement
- Familiarity with American Express policies and procedures is a plus
- Program/project management experience and/or certification preferred

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