Hybrid Analyst, Procurement Operations – Systems

at Hearst Networks EMEA

• Job title: Analyst, Procurement Operations – Systems
• Job type: Contract
• Experience level: Junior, Mid level
• Salary: $48 per hour
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, New York City, United States

About the role

• Analyst managing procurement operations and systems for A+E Global Media. Overseeing procurement workflows and driving data analysis for operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary functional support contact for internal users and external suppliers, providing guidance on procurement workflows, troubleshooting system access, resolving transaction related issues, and coordinating with IT, Finance, or vendors for escalations as needed.
• Oversee the purchase order lifecycle from creation through closure, ensuring accurate setup and approval routing; collaborate with Accounts Payable and business users to resolve invoice match exceptions and maintain data accuracy and compliance.
• Perform system administration activities such as configuration updates, user role management, and workflow maintenance to ensure smooth daily operations.
• Leverage spend and supplier data to uncover trends, cost-saving opportunities, and sourcing insights that inform bid analysis, negotiation strategy, and procurement planning.
• Develop and maintain dashboards or periodic reports tracking key procurement KPIs (e.g., PO Compliance, Supplier Inclusion).
• Identify, present, and support implementation of opportunities to automate or simplify routine procurement activities with the use of AI, workflow enhancements, or configuration adjustments.
• Support new supplier onboarding and supplier portal invitations, ensuring supplier requests are complete, accurate, and compliant with internal requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 2–4 years of experience in procurement operations, purchasing, or system administration preferred.
• Hands-on experience supporting or administering a procurement system (e.g., Jaggaer, Coupa, SAP Ariba, or similar Source-to-Pay platform).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret data, identify trends, and recommend process improvements.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel required; familiarity with other reporting or data visualization tools preferred.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills, with the ability to translate system functionality into clear, actionable guidance for non-technical users.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and collaborate effectively across Procurement, Finance, and Accounts Payable teams.
• Curiosity about automation, workflow optimization, and emerging technologies that improve procurement efficiency is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Paid time off