Procurement Operations Analyst

About the role

Serve as a contact for SAP Ariba inquiries from procurement leads, suppliers, and US based & global business groups. Ensure creation of contract workspaces are properly integrated from CLM into SAP Ariba for accurate loading and maintenance of contracts in accordance with governance framework. Manage audit requests, policy attestation, and internal procurement policy and process documentation. Provide SAP Ariba training sessions to new users. Update and maintain Procurement SharePoint and related systems with document revisions and procedural changes as needed. Research and resolve invoicing questions/issues and partner with Accounts Payable to remediate unpaid invoices, contract variances, accounting errors, etc. Provide guidance on pricing terms, budget, expirations, and generate reports using SAP Ariba, CLM and Omniflow as needed. Research and resolve supplier issues and answer questions regarding SAP Ariba life cycle/CLM and performance (SLP), Accounts Payable, registrations, and invoicing mismatches. Provide transition support for exiting supplier relationships. Analyze procurement spend trends using data derived from various systems. Identify and implement process and workflow improvements to increase efficiency, compliance, and data accuracy. Serve as a flexible, cross-functional partner, supporting procurement operations and systems needs as priorities evolve.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a contact for SAP Ariba inquiries from procurement leads, suppliers, and US based & global business groups.
• Ensure creation of contract workspaces are properly integrated from CLM into SAP Ariba for accurate loading and maintenance of contracts in accordance with governance framework.
• Manage audit requests, policy attestation, and internal procurement policy and process documentation.
• Provide SAP Ariba training sessions to new users.
• Update and maintain Procurement SharePoint and related systems with document revisions and procedural changes as needed.
• Research and resolve invoicing questions/issues and partner with Accounts Payable to remediate unpaid invoices, contract variances, accounting errors, etc.
• Provide guidance on pricing terms, budget, expirations, and generate reports using SAP Ariba, CLM and Omniflow as needed.
• Research and resolve supplier issues and answer questions regarding SAP Ariba life cycle/CLM and performance (SLP), Accounts Payable, registrations, and invoicing mismatches.
• Provide transition support for exiting supplier relationships.
• Analyze procurement spend trends using data derived from various systems.
• Identify and implement process and workflow improvements to increase efficiency, compliance, and data accuracy.
• Serve as a flexible, cross-functional partner, supporting procurement operations and systems needs as priorities evolve.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a business field or equivalent experience.
• Three years of relevant experience with in-depth knowledge of the SAP Ariba platform.
• Procurement experience including contract administration.
• Excellent written/oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Customer focused.
• Technical aptitude to quickly navigate systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ years of relevant experience with in-depth knowledge of a CLM platform (e.g. Sirion, Icertis, etc.).
• Self-starter and a strong team-oriented mindset, collaborating effectively with cross-functional partners and contributing to a positive and high-performing team environment.

Working Conditions

Hybrid office environment: 3 days in office (Denver/Cedar Rapids/Philadelphia)

What We Offer

• Compensation
• Benefits Package
• Pension Plan
• 401k Match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Disability Insurance
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Employee Discounts
• Career Training & Development Opportunities
• Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits
• Paid Time Off
• Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program
• Back-Up Care Program
• PTO for Volunteer Hours
• Employee Matching Gifts Program
• Employee Resource Groups
• Inclusion & Diversity Programs
• Employee Recognition Program
• Referral Bonus Programs

What We Offer

For eligible employees, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support both the personal and financial well-being of our employees. Compensation Benefits Competitive Pay Bonus for Eligible Employees Benefits Package Pension Plan 401k Match Employee Stock Purchase Plan Tuition Reimbursement Disability Insurance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Employee Discounts Career Training & Development Opportunities Health and Work/Life Balance Benefits Paid Time Off starting at 160 hours annually for employees in their first year of service. Ten (10) paid holidays per year (typically mirroring the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) holidays). Be Well Company holistic wellness program, which includes Wellness Coaching and Reward Dollars Parental Leave – fifteen (15) days of paid parental leave per calendar year to eligible employees with at least one year of service at the time of birth, placement of an adopted child, or placement of a foster care child. Adoption Assistance Employee Assistance Program Back-Up Care Program PTO for Volunteer Hours Employee Matching Gifts Program Employee Resource Groups Inclusion and Diversity Programs Employee Recognition Program Referral Bonus Programs Inclusion & Diversity We believe our commitment to diversity and inclusion creates a work environment filled with exceptional individuals. We’re thrilled to have been recognized for our efforts through the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index, Dave Thomas Adoption Friendly Advocate, and several Seramount lists, including the Inclusion Index, 100 Best Companies for Working Parents, Best Companies for Dads, and Top 75 Companies for Executive Women. To foster a culture of inclusivity throughout our workforce, workplace, and marketplace, Transamerica offers a wide range of diversity and inclusion programs. This includes our company-sponsored, employee-driven Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), which are formed around a shared interest or a common characteristic of diversity. ERGs are open to all employees. They provide a supportive environment to help us better appreciate our similarities and differences and understand how they benefit us all. Giving Back We believe our responsibilities extend beyond our corporate walls. That's why we created the Aegon Transamerica Foundation in 1994. Through a mix of financial grants and the volunteer efforts of our employees, the foundation supports nonprofit organizations focused on the things that matter most to our people in the communities where we live and work. Transamerica’s Parent Company Aegon acquired the Transamerica business in 1999. Since its start in 1844, Aegon has grown into an international company serving more than 23.9 million people across the globe. As a leading global investor and employer, the company seeks to have a positive impact by addressing critical environmental and societal issues, with a focus on climate change and inclusion and diversity. As of December 31, 2023