Purchasing Analyst

Role Overview: As a member of the Palo Alto Networks procurement team, you will play a crucial role in managing purchase requisitions, resolving issues, providing support, and collaborating with various teams to ensure the timely processing of PRs. Your responsibilities will include reviewing and approving PRs, monitoring the procurement mailbox, handling requestor queries, training requestors on PR creation processes, collaborating with different teams, and maintaining documentation related to PR approvals. Key Responsibilities: - Review and approve Purchase Requisitions (PRs) in line with company policy - Manage and monitor the shared procurement mailbox, ensuring timely responses to internal and external inquiries - Resolve PR issues, including incorrect data, duplicate entries, or system errors - Handle requestor queries via Zoom or email, providing clear and professional support - Train new and existing requestors on proper PR creation processes, system navigation, and policy compliance - Collaborate with requestors to clarify requirements and ensure accuracy - Collaborate with finance, operations, and sourcing teams to ensure timely processing of PRs - Troubleshoot system errors or approval bottlenecks with procurement or IT teams if needed - Maintain documentation related to PR approvals, exceptions, and communications - Provide feedback and suggest improvements to streamline the PR process - Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors Qualifications: - UG/PG degree in business, supply chain management, or another related field desired - Related experience and Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) a plus - 3+ years of relevant experience in procurement operations - Strong verbal and written communication skills - Exposure to all Upstream and Downstream Ariba modules such as Ariba Buying - Ability to manage end-to-end Supplier Enablement Strategy (Ariba Network), process, and execution - Analytical ability, assertiveness, and strong customer service orientation - Confidence in dealing with other departments and outside representatives - Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment - Familiarity with G-Suite products, BI/Tableau to run and analyze reports Company Details: The Palo Alto Networks procurement team is a dynamic, high-energy, and cohesive team that collaborates with the business teams throughout Palo Alto Networks to deliver exceptional goods and services. They are responsible for acquiring the goods and services that support the business strategic initiatives. The team values self-driven, inquisitive, collaborative individuals who are ready to deliver impactful results. Please note that this role is for the Night Shift.,