Procurement Analyst

Job Title: Procurement Analyst Job Description As a Procurement Analyst within an automotive service parts organization, you play a critical role in the service parts supply chain by safeguarding cost integrity and maximizing profitability. You manage and analyze large volumes of data from multiple platforms and tools, combining technical manufacturing knowledge with strong financial acumen to support low-volume automotive service environments. In this role, you act as a consultant to internal purchasing teams and external suppliers, providing clear, data-driven justification for cost adjustments in a dynamic global market. Responsibilities • Evaluate and validate automotive supplier part pricing, tooling, packaging, and contract requests, with a specific focus on low-volume service requirements. • Perform detailed cost analysis and cost breakdowns to ensure cost integrity and support profitability goals. • Analyze large, complex, and sometimes incomplete data sets to identify trends, establish facts, and draw actionable conclusions. • Use data analytics tools to develop insights and provide recommendations and solutions based on data findings. • Present and defend cost changes to internal stakeholders, including purchasing teams, ensuring alignment with financial and operational objectives. • Communicate and negotiate cost changes with external suppliers, maintaining transparency and supporting mutually beneficial outcomes. • Data mine public market indices such as steel, plastic, and labor indices to anticipate market shifts and assess their impact on the supply base. • Support procurement activities by providing analytical insights that inform sourcing strategies and supplier negotiations. • Leverage advanced Excel and other data IT tools to build, maintain, and improve models, reports, and dashboards for procurement and cost analysis. • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams within the service parts organization to ensure accurate, timely, and reliable data is used in decision-making. • Act as a trusted consultant to purchasing and supply chain stakeholders, explaining complex cost structures and market dynamics in a clear and concise manner. • Continuously refine analytical methods and processes to improve efficiency, accuracy, and the quality of insights delivered. Essential Skills • 2–5 years of experience in procurement analysis, cost analysis, or data analysis. • 2–5 years of experience analyzing data and providing recommendations or solutions based on findings. • Completed bachelor’s degree in a related field. • Strong background in pricing, estimation, finance, and cost analysis. • Proficiency in procurement and procurement analytics within a supply chain or manufacturing environment. • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills, including complex formulas, data manipulation, and reporting. • Experience with data IT tools and data analysis techniques. • Ability to work with large, complex, and sometimes incomplete data sets to derive meaningful insights. • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail and accuracy. • Effective communication skills, with the ability to present and defend cost changes to stakeholders with competing priorities. • Motivated, self-starter mindset with long-term career aspirations and a desire for growth in a structured career path. Additional Skills & Qualifications • Experience with SAP or similar enterprise resource planning systems. • Automotive cost analysis experience, particularly in low-volume service parts environments. • background in data analytics tools such as Power BI or similar visualization platforms. • Experience as a data analyst supporting finance, procurement, or supply chain functions. • Ability to interpret and use public market indices (e.g., steel, plastic, labor indices) in cost and procurement decisions. • Strong stakeholder management skills, including the ability to navigate competing agendas and maintain alignment with financial goals. • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment that values involvement and collaboration. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Dearborn, MI. Pay And Benefits The pay range for this position is $35.00 - $45.00/hr. Requirements 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 hybrid position in Dearborn,MI. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 27, 2026. 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. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options. San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance: Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Massachusetts Lie Detector: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. 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