Skills

Communication SAP Negotiation Presentation Skills Research power bi Organization Process Improvement

Job Specifications

Join a Fortune 500 energy company and be part of an innovative team focused on sourcing strategies that support high-impact projects. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within an industry-leading organization offering competitive compensation and a collaborative environment that drives professional growth.

Primary Services is excited to announce the role of Junior Business Analyst for a prestigious energy company. This position offers an opportunity to leverage your extensive procurement experience while working on projects that are key to shaping the company’s future. In this role, you will work closely with internal teams and external suppliers to manage sourcing strategies, ensure compliance, and drive operational efficiency.

Responsibilities:

Process purchase requisitions for materials and services into purchase orders with qualified sources of supply and competitive pricing.
Research potential suppliers, issue quote requests, and evaluate pricing to meet supply chain policies.
Engage with suppliers throughout the RFQ, selection, and purchase order fulfillment process.
Coordinate with the strategic sourcing team to provide information on strategic agreements and identify bidding opportunities.
Collaborate with requisitioners and suppliers to ensure clear communication regarding purchasing needs, supplier capabilities, and fulfillment activities.
Monitor and report savings and other key performance metrics in collaboration with business units.
Address any issues related to delivery confirmations, performance, and invoice processing through effective supplier engagement.
Update blanket agreements and pricing on outline agreements to maintain accuracy and optimal terms.
Ensure compliance with all operational procurement processes and best practices.
Provide direction for enterprise-wide sourcing initiatives based on purchasing demand and strategic agreement usage.
Engage business unit stakeholders to identify procurement needs for outage planning and project-based activities.
Mentor and coach junior team members to help develop their skills and knowledge.
Lead operational procurement process improvement initiatives and business-driven procurement projects.

Qualifications:

High School Diploma required.
Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience, with a focus on sourcing and vendor management.
Strong negotiation skills and experience in supplier relationship management.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 applications (Excel, Power BI).
Experience working with SAP or other procurement systems.
Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Engineering, or a related field preferred.
Certification from the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) as a Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) is a plus.
Prior experience in sourcing for energy, power plant, IT, or corporate categories is highly preferred.
Excellent verbal, written, and presentation skills for reporting and communicating effectively with stakeholders.

About the Company

Primary Services provides job opportunities for Accounting/Financial, Information Technology, HR, Recruiting, Marketing, Procurement, Call Center and Administrative professionals. Primary serves as a strategic recruitment partner for a portfolio of long-served Fortune 500 clients across Texas and Oklahoma, with contract, temp-to-perm, and direct-hire positions. Our commitment to our clients is to serve as a strategic staffing partner providing innovative solutions and world-class customer service - whether placing a high... Know more