Position
The Senior Procurement Analyst will develop and manage reporting and analyses that enable the procurement team and the business to make the best-informed business decisions possible while achieving cost optimization targets, reducing risk and improving overall performance. This role includes, but is not limited to, providing analyses and insights to identify opportunities for spend improvement, supporting the implementation of initiatives to address those opportunities and developing performance reporting designed to drive and maintain positive results. To be successful in this role, the individual will be deeply experienced in Financial and/or Procurement Analytics activities while being a detailed, organized, self-starter that is comfortable juggling a wide variety of projects.
Core Objectives
Support the business in making the best decisions for scaling company growth and reaching financial goals.
Evaluate and communicate how the results of past and present activities affect future priorities.
Improve overall business performance by reducing financial risk, optimizing cash flow, and increasing profitability.
Core Responsibilities
Opportunity Identification: analyze data and provide insights to business owner(s) for the purpose of identifying expense reduction opportunities and/or other business improvements (ie compliance to prescribed programs and processes)
Strategic Financial Planning: partner with key stakeholders to develop strategies and create concrete proposals to optimize operating expenses and business performance.
Budgeting and Forecasting: work with cross-functional business partners to project and analyze budgets for different scenarios, forecast what internal and external factors would influence results and develop business cases (and/or other documentation) to address those scenarios.
Financial Reconciliation: analyze and report on realized impacts of initiatives and activities, determine drivers of variance from estimates and counsel key stakeholders on those insights.
Risk management: Minimize financial risk by identifying and averting potential negative consequences from certain investments or business decisions through proactive analysis and reporting.
Business Performance: develop and/or monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) for programs and systems to ensure delivery of desired results and identify trends for improvement
Establish constructive partnerships across the broad organization, across all levels, and with individuals who do not possess the same level of analytical aptitude.
Triage issues, identify solutions and execute activities to deliver desired results.
Complete other duties as may be assigned.
Experience
BA/BS in Finance, Accounting, Business,
Engineering, Math or equivalent
2-7 years professional experience in Finance, Accounting or Procurement Analytics or a similar role
Proficient in Office 365 environment, especially Excel
Professional experience with financial reporting (i.e. P&L) is a plus
Technical expertise with financial systems (i.e. SAP), Source To Pay systems (i.e. Coupa) and/or reporting systems (i.e. PowerBI) are a plus
Professional experience in restaurant operations or procurement is a plus
Skills/Abilities
A critical thinker with analytical discernment that fosters sound judgement and effective decision-making capabilities.
Self-starter with a drive to take ownership and achieve results that make a positive impact on the organization.
Ability to quickly learn and utilize various software platforms.
Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time management skills
Ability to understand the intended value of a process, identify potential improvements and execute on them.
Comfortable managing competing and changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Values open and constructive dialogue, contributing to a culture of effective communication.
Demonstrates self and social awareness while embracing challenges as opportunities for growth and success.
Displays optimism towards team goals and broader organizational initiatives.
Resilient; recovers quickly from setbacks; stays positive and composed.
Embraces change with a positive, “can-do” spirit; helps implement changes and quickly adapts.
Ability and willingness to take on additional responsibilities.
Nurtures an inclusive and supportive work environment, appreciating the diversity of thoughts and ideas.
Proactive and results oriented, with a demonstrative positive attitude and teamwork demeanor.
A culture champion who has natural credibility and who demonstrates a positive attitude that uplifts team morale and inspires others.
Why Work for Flynn?
Flynn Group offers a variety of benefits and perks to encourage and empower our employees. We are committed to helping each employee work and live to his or her fullest potential. We offer a variety of benefits and perks while working for us:
Medical / Dental / Vision
Retirement and Savings Plan
Short and Long Term Disability
Basic Life Insurance
Voluntary Life Insurance
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid Time Off
Flexible Work Schedules
Company Outings
Dining Discounts
PC/Laptop Assistances
On-Site Fitness Center
On-Site Daycare
On-site Cafe
FUN Work Environment!
The Flynn Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer