Business Analyst I (Full Time) United States

Cisco · San Jose, CA · 1 mo ago

Analyst$81k–$119k/yrFull-time

About the role

At Cisco, we are building the future of global connectivity. As part of Global Procurement Services (GPS), you are the engine behind our success. We manage the essential goods, services, and technology that keep Cisco running and innovating. We focus on the sourcing of non-product-related goods and services (e.g., software licenses, consulting, travel) vital to the internal health of the business. You’ll join a team that values curiosity, continuous learning, and an AI-first mindset.

This is more than a role; it’s an incubation program designed for the next generation of leaders. You’ll join a small cohort of recent graduates chosen for their fresh perspectives and potential. We pair you with projects that match your unique strengths, giving you access to experienced leaders and a community of peers committed to your growth. This program has a proven track record turning early-career talent into high-impact professionals.

Responsibilities

Partner with Strategic Sourcing Managers: Analyze spend information, manage risk, and/or track supplier performance.
Drive automation: Transform manual, legacy processes into streamlined digital workflows to increase productivity.
Report on risk and sustainability: Ensure integrity by supporting sustainability and risk reporting across our supplier ecosystem.
Track performance: Use data analytics to track the performance and ROI of our most critical partnerships.

Qualifications

Procurement Foundation: You have demonstrated experience or strong academic coursework in a procurement or supply chain role. Meet one of the following (completed within the past 3 years or expected to be completed within the next 12 months):

A Bachelor's degree with 0 years of work experience;
An educational or workforce development program (e.g., Associate’s, Apprenticeship, Boot camp, or Certification) with 1 year of work experience; or
High school diploma (or equivalent) with 2 years of work experience.

Qualifying education and work experience should be in Business, Supply Chain, Communications, Mathematics, Finance, Industrial Engineering, Statistics, or a related program.

Skills

Adapts quickly in fast-paced environments.
Leads effectively across teams and projects.
Communicates complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences.
Uses AI, Excel, and Power BI to work smarter, solve problems, and turn data into insights.

Benefits

U.S. employees are offered benefits, subject to Cisco’s plan eligibility rules, which include medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with a Cisco matching contribution, paid parental leave, short and long-term disability coverage, and basic life insurance. Employees may be eligible to receive grants of Cisco restricted stock units, which vest following continued employment with Cisco for defined periods of time. U.S. employees are eligible for paid time away as described below, subject to Cisco’s policies: