Finance Procurement Analyst - Interim

Description

Finance Procurement Analyst - Interim

Department

Finance / Procurement

Job Purpose

The Finance Procurement Analyst supports the procurement and finance functions by analysing spend, supplier performance, and cost-saving opportunities. The role focuses on financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, contract compliance, and data-driven insights to optimise procurement decisions and improve financial efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Financial Analysis

Analyse procurement spend, pricing trends, and cost drivers to identify savings opportunities

Prepare financial models, forecasts, and variance analyses related to procurement activities

Monitor budget adherence and support cost-control initiatives

Track purchase orders, invoices, and accruals to ensure financial accuracy

Supplier & Contract Management

Evaluate supplier performance using KPIs such as cost, quality, delivery, and compliance

Support contract reviews to ensure pricing, terms, and financial obligations are met

Assist in supplier negotiations with financial insights and cost analysis

Reporting & Data Management

Develop and maintain procurement and finance dashboards and reports

Ensure data accuracy across procurement, finance, and ERP systems

Provide regular reporting to senior management on spend, savings, and risks

Process Improvement & Controls

Identify inefficiencies in procurement and finance processes and recommend improvements

Support internal controls, audits, and compliance with company policies

Assist in the implementation of procurement and finance systems or tools

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with Finance, Procurement, Operations, and Legal teams

Support strategic sourcing initiatives and business cases

Provide ad hoc financial analysis as required

Key Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

Strong financial analysis and data interpretation skills

Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, financial models)

Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite)

Knowledge of procurement processes, sourcing, and contract management

Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, SQL) is an advantage

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