Procurement Analyst

Description

Job Summary: We are seeking a Procurement Analyst to manage the acquisition of goods and services, including requesting quotations, conducting supplier analysis, tracking purchase orders, and managing documentation—optimizing both cost and quality. Key Highlights: 1. Opportunity for organized, analytical, and negotiation-skilled professionals. 2. Direct impact on costs, operational continuity, and supplier relationships. 3. Participation in continuous improvement and procurement digitalization initiatives. About the Role **Astra Digital Business and Corporate Services** is looking for a **Procurement Analyst** to join our team in **La Serena, Coquimbo Region**. In this role, you will support and manage procurement processes for goods and services—including requesting quotations, analyzing suppliers, tracking purchase orders, and managing documentation—with a focus on cost, quality, and on-time delivery. You will collaborate closely with **administration, finance, operations, logistics, supply chain, and internal users** to ensure procurement requirements are handled efficiently and in accordance with established procedures. This opportunity is ideal for professionals with experience in **procurement, supply chain, purchasing, logistics, or supplier administration**, who are organized, analytical, skilled negotiators, and goal-oriented. Your Impact on the Team As a Procurement Analyst, you will directly influence processes affecting costs, operational continuity, and supplier relationships. Your work will contribute to: * Improving response times for procurement processes. * Maintaining a reliable supplier database. * Identifying cost-saving opportunities. * Reducing urgent purchases and budget deviations. * Enhancing traceability of quotations and purchase orders. * Strengthening compliance with supply chain procedures. Key Responsibilities * Receive and review purchase requests from various departments. * Request and compare supplier quotations. * Prepare comparative tables covering price, delivery time, quality, and commercial terms. * Issue and track purchase orders. * Coordinate deliveries with suppliers and requesting departments. * Keep supplier information up to date. * Review commercial and administrative documentation related to purchases. * Support price and supply condition negotiations. * Monitor delivery dates and manage delays. * Coordinate with finance and accounts payable to resolve billing discrepancies. * Maintain procurement records and supporting documentation. * Analyze spending and purchasing category behavior. * Prepare reports on savings, compliance, and supplier performance. * Support evaluation and selection processes for new suppliers. * Track contracts and commercial agreements as applicable. * Identify supply risks and propose alternatives. * Support inventory management and requirement planning processes. * Participate in continuous improvement and procurement digitalization initiatives. * Comply with internal policies and defined authorization levels. * Perform other procurement- and supply-related duties. Requirements * **2–4 years of experience** in procurement, supply chain, purchasing, logistics, or supplier administration. * Prior experience as a **Procurement Analyst, Supply Analyst, Buyer, Procurement Analyst**, or similar role. * Knowledge of quotation, negotiation, and purchase order issuance processes. * Proficiency in **Microsoft Excel** and Microsoft Office. * Experience using **SAP, Oracle, Softland, Defontana, Microsoft Dynamics, or other ERP systems** is preferred. * Ability to analyze costs and compare commercial proposals. * Strong negotiation and communication skills. * High attention to detail. * Ability to manage multiple requests and priorities. * Strong organizational and time-management skills. * Commitment to meeting deadlines and achieving objectives. * Ability to collaborate effectively with suppliers and internal departments. Technical Skills Preferred * Intermediate or advanced Microsoft Excel * SAP MM * Oracle Procurement * Softland * Defontana * Microsoft Dynamics * E-procurement platforms * Cost analysis * Supplier management * Purchase orders * Contract management * Procurement KPIs Salary: $750.000 – $1.200.000 per month Work Location: On-site employment