Analyst, Advisory

Within our Procurement Advisory practice, we collaborate with our clients to develop a current-state assessment of their procurement function utilizing a best practice-based maturity scale, setting goals for long term improvement in each of the pillars of Procurement while identifying areas of specific focus. We provide a gap assessment along with customized recommendations and a business case to resolve the pain points identified in the current state assessment. Our team of advisors then supports the client in the execution of the recommendations that include a variety of activities including process mapping and redesign, policy and procedure creation and rollout, technology requirements collection and provider selection, PMO services, special program development, governance structures, and change management support.

As an Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for performing data manipulation and analysis, identifying issues and solutions through client and supplier discussions, researching, and understanding market trends and utilizing market intelligence to shape path forward decisions.  Your deliverables and results will be presented to the extended management team allowing you to showcase your strengths to senior management – whether it be implementing processes, negotiating pricing and business terms with suppliers, or assisting in internal development and process improvement. This exposure will allow you to gain valuable industry insights and help you establish the foundation for becoming a consultant.  You will be assigned a direct report manager who is responsible for instilling personal growth and guiding your career development, providing critical knowledge and skills for your career success while building on your existing capabilities.

We are currently hiring out of the following office locations:

• Cherry Hill, NJ
• Downers Grove, IL

This role may be eligible for work-from-home consideration. In order to be considered for this position, you should live within a commutable distance to one of these office locations, even if you plan to request work-from-home arrangement, as there may be times when in-person meetings, training sessions, social events, or similar activities are held onsite.

We pride ourselves on being a positive consulting practice, and place value on a work/life balance. This means thoughtful, sustainable workloads, as well as professional development support, pairing you with Subject Matter Experts and Industry Leaders to help you reach your career goals.

As a Senior Analyst, you will:

• Implement processes, negotiate pricing and business terms with suppliers, and assist in internal development and process improvement.
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to overcome complex challenges and determine the most effective and efficient ways to deliver results.
• Perform data manipulation and analysis, identifying issues and solutions through client and supplier discussions.
• Research and communicate market trends, utilizing market intelligence to shape path-forward decisions.
• Support the advisory team by driving strategic recommendations that will produce substantial, implementable results for our clients.
• Support the development of high-quality deliverables and refine your presentation capabilities.

Requirements

You’ll need to have:

• Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in a relevant discipline
• Relevant work experience in sourcing, procurement, consulting, project management or a related discipline in a professional work environment.
• In depth knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office applications including PowerPoint, Word, and Excel (including Excel formula writing).
• Confidence, enthusiasm, and intrinsic curiosity, with demonstrated ability to transform direction, feedback, and strategy into profitable decision making.
• A driven, self-motivated attitude exemplifying professionalism and business acumen
• A strategic, detail-oriented mindset and critical thinking capabilities, with aptitude for analytics and solution-based problem solving
• Ability to effectively analyze quantitative and qualitative data sets to identify and shape meaningful strategy
• Ability to work both autonomously and in a team-based setting, and effectively transition focus and support across a variety of cross-functional teams and projects
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• The ability to effectively develop innovative solutions and communicate complex deliverables
• Relationship building skills, with capability to foster stakeholder and supplier relationships
• Ability to adapt and integrate with various client’s cultures
  

(We want to make sure you’re set up to succeed, and we view these as the critical skills you’ll need to achieve great things at Corcentric!)

It’s great if you also have:

• Relevant experience supporting a consulting practice in the supply chain or procurement space
• A Master's degree in a relevant discipline

(Psst…Don’t worry if you don’t check all these boxes… we view this as helpful experience that can shorten ramp-up time!)

Benefits

About Us 

Corcentric is a global provider of business spend management and revenue management software and services for mid-market and Fortune 1000 businesses. Corcentric delivers software, advisory services, and payments focused on reducing costs, optimizing working capital, and unlocking revenue.  

We achieve success by exemplifying our core values in the way we work, communicate, and collaborate:  

• Do the Right Thing 
• Embrace + Drive Change  
• Be Empowered 
• Be Relentlessly Focused on the Customer  

Benefits 

At Corcentric, we know that the hard work of our employees is what drives the success of our organization. We care about who you are and what you value, both inside and outside of work.

Within our organization, you will have the opportunity to work with smart, collaborative team members and approachable leaders. Our down-to-earth, solutions-oriented culture means you'll have the opportunity to get hands-on with interesting work projects and be able to draw a short line from your contributions to business impacts. We prioritize professional development and encourage cross-functional promotional opportunities to enable you to reach your career goals. We have been in business for over 25 years and are thrilled to be actively growing and scaling our teams accordingly - it's an exciting environment and a great time to join.

We also recognize the importance of work-life balance and want to support your efforts to take care of your health and well-being and the health and well-being of those who depend upon you. In support of this, we are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to our full-time team members, including:

• Generous annual paid time off program that increases with tenure
• Nine paid holidays plus an annual personal holiday to recognize or celebrate an occasion that is important to you
• An annual paid day off to volunteer for causes that are near and dear to you
• Paid maternity, paternal/secondary caregiver, and adoptive parent leave
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• 401k program with a company match
• Medical insurance plan options ranging from a traditional PPO to High Deductible Health Plan options that feature a company HSA contribution
• Dental plan – including orthodontia coverage
• Vision plan – including discount for LASIK surgery
• All medical, dental, and vision insurance plans are available from the first of the month following your start date – no extended waiting period to be eligible!
• A no-cost Employee Assistance Program - 24/7 access to confidential counseling services and a wide range of additional support and professional services

Our roles require routine use of standard office equipment, such as computers, keyboards, printers, phones, and filing cabinets. You may need to type, reach, and lift office materials of a reasonable weight. Travel may also be required based on job responsibilities and business needs.

Corcentric does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, age, national origin, marital status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other reason prohibited by law in provision of employment opportunities and benefits.