Procurement Associate - Indirect (Finance)
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Your Role: Procurement Associate - Indirect
The Procurement Associate plays a crucial role in optimizing Elanco's procurement processes by leveraging data-driven insights. This position is responsible for collecting, analyzing, and interpreting procurement data to identify trends, cost-saving opportunities, and areas for process improvement. The analyst will support strategic sourcing initiatives, supplier performance management, and spend analysis, contributing directly to the efficiency and effectiveness of our global supply chain.
Your Responsibilities:
Data Collection & Analysis: Gather and consolidate procurement data from various sources (e.g., SAP, Ariba, internal databases) to perform comprehensive spend analysis, market research, and supplier performance evaluations
Reporting & Visualization: Develop and maintain regular reports, dashboards, and presentations that clearly communicate key procurement metrics, insights, and recommendations to stakeholders
Compliance: Ensuring the sourcing and contracting activities are properly followed, stored, and documented for future audit purposes.
Strategic Sourcing Support: Assist in strategic sourcing projects by providing data analysis, preparing RFQ/RFP documents, evaluating bids, and supporting contract negotiations.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with internal departments to understand their needs and ensure procurement strategies align with business objectives
What You Need to Succeed (minimum qualifications):
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field OR High School Diploma/GED with equivalent relevant experience
Required Experience: A minimum of 1 years of experience in a business function
Top Skills: Analytical and data visualization skills with the ability to turn procurement data into actionable insights; excellent communication and collaboration skills to influence stakeholders and drive results
What will give you a competitive edge (preferred qualifications):
Previous experience with Indirect Procurement categories
Familiarity with procurement systems such as SAP (ERP), SAP Ariba, or equivalent sourcing tools
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, global business environment
Knowledge of contract management processes and supplier performance measurement techniques
Exposure to global supply chain or procurement practices, including cost analysis and market research
Additional Information:
Travel: 10%
Location: Global Elanco Headquarters - Indianapolis, IN - Hybrid Work Environment
Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Elanco we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive work environment. If you think you might be a good fit for a role but don't necessarily meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. You may be the right candidate for this role or other roles!
Elanco Benefits and Perks:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package focusing on financial, physical, and mental well-being while encouraging our employees to pursue our purpose! Some highlights include:
Multiple relocation packages
Two weeklong shutdowns (mid-summer and year-end) in the US (in addition to PTO)
8-week parental leave
9 Employee Resource Groups
Annual bonus offering
Flexible work arrangements
Up to 6% 401K matching
Elanco is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
