Procurement Analyst II

• Support stocking and drop‑ship procurement processes in partnership with Product Marketing (PM) and other key stakeholders
• Manage and protect company inventory assets to minimize financial exposure (e.g., low‑turn inventory, aging stock, excess levels)
• Execute inventory and asset management strategies that drive revenue, profitability, and high internal/external customer and vendor satisfaction
• Partner with Product Marketing to analyze and evaluate vendor buy opportunities, including non‑run‑rate purchases, to maximize financial return
• Manage inventory performance to meet department targets for on‑hand inventory, days of supply, and aged stock
• Develop and execute action plans with PM to mitigate inventory risk, address excess, and manage constraints or low‑turn products
• Negotiate exceptional returns and favorable vendor terms to resolve excess inventory and minimize financial exposure
• Manage drop‑ship billing to ensure timely, accurate revenue recognition
• Ensure compliance with vendor terms and conditions to reduce risk to the business
• Minimize price protection exposure and resolve PO disputes or shipment discrepancies with no financial impact to the company
• Review vendor scorecards and recommend or implement process and performance improvements
• Prepare materials and analysis for SIOP (Sales, Inventory & Operations Planning) reviews
• Serve as an escalation point for internal and external customer issues related to inventory and vendor performance
• Lead special projects and act as a subject matter expert for inventory and procurement processes
• Identify process or automation gaps and recommend improvements to the business
• Support onboarding and training of new team members as needed

What We're Looking For:

• 5–8 years of relevant experience in inventory management, procurement, supply chain, or a related field
• Strong analytical skills, including the ability to perform and interpret complex mathematical calculations
• Demonstrated problem‑solving, critical thinking, and sound decision‑making abilities
• Excellent attention to detail with the ability to manage data accurately and efficiently
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
• Proven negotiation skills with the ability to influence outcomes and present ideas persuasively
• Ability to collaborate effectively across diverse teams, roles, and perspectives
• Strong organizational and time‑management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Comfortable working independently with minimal supervision
• Adaptable and able to adjust quickly in a fast‑paced, changing environment
• Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines
• High ethical standards with the ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism
• Advanced proficiency in relevant computer systems and business applications
• Ability to quickly learn and adapt to new systems, tools, and technologies