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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