Purchasing Analyst

Purchasing Analyst/Hybrid Southern Healthcare Management (SHCM) is seeking a motivated and detailed-oriented Purchasing Analyst to join our team in Dunwoody, GA. This is an excellent opportunity for a proactive, analytical professional who enjoys working cross-functionally, building strong vendor relationships, solving problems, and finding meaningful opportunities to improve purchasing processes and manage costs. What You'll Do Analyze purchasing activity, spending, and vendor performance to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement. Identify and evaluate cost-saving opportunities in collaboration with the Director of Purchasing and Center Leadership.Support the implementation of approved purchasing and cost containment initiatives.Monitor cost saving measures and conduct regular follow-up to ensure adherence to established purchasing practices and policies.Build and maintain effective relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders.Assist centers with purchasing questions, vendor issues, and process-related concerns.Maintain accurate purchasing information across multiple systems. What We're Looking For The ideal candidate is a self-starter who takes ownership, pays attention to detail, and enjoys finding solutions. You should be comfortable working with data, communicating with a variety of stakeholders, and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment. Strong Candidates Will Demonstrate Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.Strong attention to detail and organization. Effective written and verbal communication skills.Strong follow-through and accountability. Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office applications.Experience in purchasing, procurement, supply chain, finance, or a related field is preferred.A bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, finance, or related field is required. Work Schedule: Hybrid - 3 days in the office and 2 days remote Why Join SHCM? At Southern Healthcare Management, your work will have a direct impact on the efficiency and effectiveness of our organization. If you are someone who enjoys analyzing information, solving problems, working collaboratively, and finding ways to make things better, we'd like to hear from you. Apply today to join the SHCM team and make an impact through smarter, more strategic purchasing.