Procurement Analyst

Procurement Consultant Support

Supports procurement consultants, procurement specialists, and category managers in the planning, execution, and management of reverse auctions. Assists with sourcing document development, decision making, and preparation for reverse auctions.

Essential job functions tasks :

• Drive cost savings, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure the efficient procurement of goods and services through the strategic use of reverse auction methodologies.
• Communicate reverse auction data and outcomes to procurement consultants, procurement specialists, and category managers to assess cost savings and supplier performance.
• Collaborate with procurement leadership to continuously evaluate and improve reverse auction strategies and processes to optimize performance and address recurring issues.

Experience :

In addition to any experience required above, 3 years of relevant customer service and / or procurement experience required. Excellent analytical problem-solving and time management skills desired. Familiarity with Maximo and Cognos preferred. Excellent communication skills, written and verbal, desired with an ability to communicate with business partners, stakeholders, and suppliers.

Skills :

Procurement

Purchasing

Supply chain

SAP

Vendor management

Strategic sourcing

Microsoft Excel

Negotiation

Supplier management

Job type and location :

This is a contract position based out of Columbus, OH.

Pay and benefits :

The pay range for this position is $34.81 / hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following :

Medical, dental & vision

Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital

401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available

Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off / Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace type :

This is a fully onsite position in Columbus, OH.

Application deadline :

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 30, 2025.

About Aston Carter :

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain, and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific, and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing double diamond winner for both client and talent service. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law.