Supply Chain & Procurement Analyst

At Caris, we understand that cancer is an ugly word—a word no one wants to hear, but one that connects us all. That’s why we’re not just transforming cancer care—we’re changing lives. We introduced precision medicine to the world and built an industry around the idea that every patient deserves answers as unique as their DNA. Backed by cutting-edge molecular science and AI, we ask ourselves every day: “What would I do if this patient were my mom?” That question drives everything we do. But our mission doesn’t stop with cancer. We're pushing the frontiers of medicine and leading a revolution in healthcare—driven by innovation, compassion, and purpose. Join us in our mission to improve the human condition across multiple diseases. If you're passionate about meaningful work and want to be part of something bigger than yourself, Caris is where your impact begins. Position Summary We are seeking a highly analytical and strategically minded Supply Chain & Procurement Analyst to serve as a key contributor in advancing strategic sourcing, procurement operations, and end-to-end supply chain performance through advanced analytics and cross-functional collaboration. This role functions as a trusted partner to supply chain, procurement, finance, operations, and IT teams delivering data-driven insights that enable informed business decision-making, optimize operational efficiency, cost management, inventory performance. The ideal candidate brings strong business acumen, advanced analytical capabilities, and the ability to influence stakeholders through clear, insight-driven storytelling at the executive-level. This individual will play a critical role in transforming complex operations data into actionable performance metrics, conducting operational and financial analyses, supporting forecasting and planning activities, and identifying opportunities for process improvement across the supply chain organization. This position offers high visibility and impact, supporting both day-to-day operations and long-term strategic initiatives across the supply chain organization. While the role includes responsibility for maintaining data integrity and supporting reporting structures, the primary focus is driving operational performance and strategic decision support. Job Responsibilities Develop, maintain, and enhance reports, dashboards, and data visualizations supporting procurement, sourcing, inventory, logistics, and supply chain operationsAnalyze operational, supplier, inventory, and spend data to identify trends, risks, inefficiencies, and opportunities for cost savings and process improvementDefine, monitor, and refine key operational and financial performance indicators (KPIs) in partnership with business stakeholdersSupport strategic sourcing and procurement initiatives through spend analysis, supplier performance analysis, and operational reportingProvide analytical support for forecasting, budgeting, inventory planning, and operational decision-making activitiesTranslate complex datasets into concise business insights, executive summaries, presentations, and recommendations for leadership teamsIdentify and recommend opportunities to optimize processes, improve reporting efficiency, and enhance operational performance across the supply chain organizationSupport ad hoc analysis and special projects related to supply chain operations, procurement strategy, and business performance initiatives Maintain and improve reporting structures, databases, and data models supporting supply chain and procurement operationsSupport data quality initiatives by ensuring accuracy, consistency, and reliability of operational and reporting dataAssist with data validation, transformation, and maintenance activities across ERP and reporting systemsDocument reporting definitions, business rules, and metric calculations to promote consistency and scalabilityPartner with IT and business stakeholders to improve reporting capabilities and streamline data-related processesPartner cross-functionally with procurement, supply chain, finance, operations, and IT teams to support business objectivesCommunicate analytical findings and operational recommendations effectively to both technical and non-technical audiencesServe as a trusted business partner by delivering timely insights and supporting data-driven decision-makingCollaborate with leadership teams on initiatives focused on operational efficiency, process improvement, and cost optimization Required Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Operations, Analytics, or related field required5-8 years of experience in supply chain, procurement, logistics, sourcing, operations analytics, or related business functions Preferred Qualifications MBA or Master’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Analytics, Operations, or related field preferredExperience with supply chain analytics, forecasting, inventory planning, supplier management, or strategic sourcing initiativesExperience with business intelligence and data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, SQL, Python, or similar technologiesOracle ERP experience preferredExperience supporting process improvement or operational efficiency initiativesProject management experience or exposure to cross-functional business initiativesAdvanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including complex formulas, pivot tables, and data analysisStrong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking capabilitiesExperience working with large datasets and translating data into actionable business insightsStrong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact effectively across multiple levels of the organizationProven experience and strong technical expertise in Oracle ERP and Fusion applications.Deep functional expertise in Order Management (OM), Shipping, Inventory Management, and Warehouse Management System modules.Experience with Agile development methodologies and iterative delivery cycles.Strong communication skills, with the ability to bridge technical and non-technical stakeholders, articulate trade-offs, and mentor others.Strong analytical and business problem-solving skills.Ability to connect operational data to strategic business decisionsStrong report development and data storytelling capabilitiesBusiness acumen with an understanding of supply chain and procurement operationsAbility to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environmentStrong attention to detail and commitment to accuracyExcellent interpersonal, collaboration, and stakeholder management skillsSelf-starter with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset Physical Demands Will work at a desk / computer as well as the occasional use of copiers, fax machines, and scanners.Visual acuity and analytical skill to distinguish fine detail.Must possess ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.Must possess ability to perform repetitive motion.Ability to lift up to 25 pounds. Training All job specific, safety, and compliance training are assigned based on the job functions associated with this employee. Other This position requires working some evenings, weekends and/or holidays. Conditions of Employment: Individual must successfully complete pre-employment process, which includes criminal background check, drug screening, credit check ( applicable for certain positions) and reference verification. This job description reflects management’s assignment of essential functions. Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Caris Life Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.