Procurement Process & Analytics Analyst

Summary

Paylocity is a provider of cloud-based HR and payroll software solutions for the modern workforce. The Procurement Process & Analytics Analyst will lead procurement process improvement and transformation initiatives, manage cross-functional projects, translate business and regulatory requirements, and develop reporting, analytics, governance, and change management programs.

Responsibilities

• Execute end-to-end process improvement and transformation projects, from current-state assessment through future-state design, implementation, and adoption
• Translate complex business requirements, policy needs, and global regulatory considerations into clear, scalable, and measurable process outcomes
• Identify inefficiencies, gaps, and risks in existing Procurement processes and recommend practical, right-sized improvements
• Document standard operating procedures, process maps, and playbooks that support consistency and scalability across the Procurement organization
• Manage multiple concurrent projects using structured project management methods — scoping, planning, milestone tracking, risk/issue management, and status reporting
• Build and maintain project plans, timelines, and RACI models; keep sponsors and stakeholders informed of progress, risks, and decisions needed
• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams involving Procurement, Technology, Legal, Compliance, and business stakeholders
• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements from stakeholders across Procurement, Compliance, and the broader business
• Translate business and regulatory requirements into functional specifications, process designs, and measurable success criteria
• Support evaluation and configuration of procurement technology (source-to-pay platforms, analytics tools, workflow systems) to meet business needs
• Design and maintain dashboards, scorecards, and recurring reports that track procurement performance, compliance, and the impact of process improvements
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities, and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations for leadership
• Develop and execute change management plans that drive adoption of new processes, policies, and technology across a global, distributed stakeholder base
• Design and deliver stakeholder communications, training materials, and engagement sessions tailored to varied audiences and regions
• Build strong working relationships with stakeholders to ensure buy-in, gather feedback, and address resistance proactively
• Support the development and maintenance of Procurement policies, controls, and governance frameworks to ensure compliance with internal standards and applicable global regulations
• Contribute to the ongoing evolution of Procurement best practices, ensuring they remain scalable as the organization grows and changes

Skills

• • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• • 3–6 years of experience in a combination of project management, business analysis, and/or reporting/analytics roles, ideally within Procurement, supply chain, or a shared services/CoE environment
• • Demonstrated experience leading or supporting process improvement initiatives from design through implementation
• • Proficiency building reports, dashboards, and data visualizations (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, or similar tools)
• • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience developing training and stakeholder communication materials
• • Highly analytical, with the ability to translate ambiguous or complex requirements into clear, structured, measurable plans
• • Comfortable working independently in a remote environment and collaborating across time zones and global stakeholder groups
• • Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day
• • Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously
• • Prior experience supporting Procurement governance, compliance, or regulatory requirements across multiple regions or countries
• • Experience with Procurement or source-to-pay technology platforms (e.g., Airbase, Coupa, SAP Ariba, Workday, Jaggaer, or similar)
• • Project management or process improvement certification (e.g., PMP, PMI-ACP, Lean Six Sigma, PROSCI change management)
• • Experience with programming languages, such as Python, SQL, or R

Qualifications

Must Haves

• • Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, Analytics, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience
• • 3–6 years of experience in a combination of project management, business analysis, and/or reporting/analytics roles, ideally within Procurement, supply chain, or a shared services/CoE environment
• • Demonstrated experience leading or supporting process improvement initiatives from design through implementation
• • Proficiency building reports, dashboards, and data visualizations (e.g., Excel, Power BI, Alteryx, Tableau, or similar tools)
• • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with experience developing training and stakeholder communication materials
• • Highly analytical, with the ability to translate ambiguous or complex requirements into clear, structured, measurable plans
• • Comfortable working independently in a remote environment and collaborating across time zones and global stakeholder groups
• • Ability to sit for extended periods: The role requires sitting at a desk or workstation for long periods, typically 7-8 hours a day
• • Use of computer and phone systems: The employee must be able to operate a computer, use phone systems, and type. This includes using multiple software programs and inquiries simultaneously

Nice to Haves

• • Prior experience supporting Procurement governance, compliance, or regulatory requirements across multiple regions or countries
• • Experience with Procurement or source-to-pay technology platforms (e.g., Airbase, Coupa, SAP Ariba, Workday, Jaggaer, or similar)
• • Project management or process improvement certification (e.g., PMP, PMI-ACP, Lean Six Sigma, PROSCI change management)
• • Experience with programming languages, such as Python, SQL, or R

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k) match
• Perks that support you, your family, and your finances
• Career development
• Fully remote position, allowing you to work from home or location of record within the U.S. with no in-office requirements
• This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on individual performance