Procurement Analyst Job at Encore Global (Schiller Park)

Procurement Analyst

Encore Global

Location:
United States , Schiller Park

Category:
Purchasing

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

61610.00 - 83858.00 USD / Year

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Job Description:

The Procurement Analyst is responsible for savings tracking, scorecards/dashboards of supplier performance, sourcing scenario analytics, helping to build out negotiation strategies and tactics using insights gleaned from data, managing spend across categories, tracking spend over time, root cause analysis for spend variances and compliance monitoring. This position is also responsible for maintaining accurate and timely Supplier/Item Setup records, ensuring alignment with initiatives led by both business units and functional teams. This is a new position in a growing department that will lead the design and development of processes and controls for analytics, and will report to the Procurement Manager.

Job Responsibility:

Resolve supply chain issues (e.g., shortages, delivery delays) by coordinating with suppliers and internal stakeholders
Expedite overdue POs and rush orders
follow up with suppliers, buyers, and end users to ensure timely delivery
Prepare and analyze reports related to overdue PO lines
Process procurement data in Oracle (PR to PO conversion, PO modifications)
Audit POs processed by other team members to ensure accuracy and compliance
Respond effectively to urgent procurement requests
Participate in daily meetings to communicate issues and support continuous improvement
Perform other duties and projects as assigned
Maintain and develop Punch-out catalog
Maintain and update material master data, BOMs, routing issues, and item attributes within the ERP system
Troubleshoot ERP-related material issues and collaborate with IT/ERP support to resolve discrepancies
Support ERP upgrades, enhancements, and integrations through data analysis and testing
Conduct system testing, including User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and provide ongoing troubleshooting
Ensure system readiness for reporting, analytics, and operational decision-making
Document data processes, policies, and best practices to ensure compliance with governance and audit standards
Extract, cleanse, and normalize structured and unstructured data from multiple sources using AI algorithms
Manage ERP datasets including master and transactional data
ensure accuracy through audits and validations
Build and maintain dashboards to monitor data accuracy, completeness, and performance metrics
Analyze ERP and AP data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-saving opportunities
Design and implement data quality policies, procedures, and standards across procurement systems
Categorize and enrich data using deep taxonomy for global spend visibility
Lead sourcing analytics and drive spend aggregation, vendor consolidation, and strategic sourcing initiatives
Identify negotiation tactics for sourcing events and highlight supplier-specific asks
Ensure accessibility and version control of governance resources to support audit readiness
Manage system settings, workflows, and approval hierarchies
Execute and maintain supplier and item setup processes in alignment with governance standards, including collecting supplier COI, Bank info and W9
Ensure timely onboarding, activation, and maintenance of supplier and item records
Upload and maintain pricing files across Encore systems with accuracy and consistency
Collaborate with Category Managers to manage the supplier and item master database, including source activation/inactivation
Monitor and validate data accuracy across procurement systems to ensure compliance with internal controls
Partner with procurement, supply chain, logistics, finance, and IT teams to streamline workflows and support initiatives
Support production order close-out activities with finance, production, and planning teams
Partner with IT and business stakeholders to implement automation, analytics, and process improvements
Provide training and support for ERP data reporting and analysis tools to business users
Lead or participate in special projects to drive innovation and operational improvements
Manage and update the knowledge repository (SOPs, guidelines) for Procurement department to ensure timely and accurate documentation
Manage exceptions through resolution and ensure non-recurrence through root cause analysis
Maintain and expand professional knowledge through industry engagement and market intelligence

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree required, with 3–5 years of experience in a Supply Chain, Procurement or data management environment
Proficiency with Oracle procurement modules is a plus (e.g., Oracle E-Business Suite or Fusion Cloud Procurement)
Strong understanding of master data management, governance standards, and data quality principles
Familiarity with core business functions including Purchasing, Inventory Control, and Accounting
Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, and PowerBI is a must
Familiarity with Agentic AI workflows is a plus
Excellent organizational and time management abilities, with a proven track record of meeting multiple concurrent deadlines
Strong verbal and written communication skills, capable of drafting clear documentation and engaging diverse stakeholders

Nice to have:

Proficiency with Oracle procurement modules
Familiarity with Agentic AI workflows

What we offer:

Comprehensive insurance options
Generous PTO
Company-matching 401(k)

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
February 19, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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