Senior Procurement Analyst – Insights & Category

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Location: All of Australia
Work type: Full Time
Categories: Logistics & Supply Chain

Turn Data Into Direction. Drive Value Through Insight.

At Compass Group Australia, our procurement division Foodbuy is on a mission to unlock greater value through smarter sourcing and sharper insights. We’re looking for a commercially minded and analytically driven Senior Procurement Analyst – Insights & Category to provide end-to-end financial and analytical support to our procurement and sourcing teams.

About the Role
As the Senior Procurement Analyst – Insights & Category, you will play a key role in influencing procurement strategy by developing commercial models, leading performance tracking, and delivering powerful insights that drive value creation. You'll be the go-to commercial partner for sourcing initiatives, tender analysis, and performance reporting across multiple categories, while also leading a small team of analysts.

Key Responsibilities

  • Deliver commercial and financial analysis across product categories, tenders, spot buys, and sourcing events.

  • Provide clear recommendations on category strategy, supplier performance, and pricing opportunities.

  • Lead the commercial review of supplier agreements and contract terms.

  • Track procurement performance and report on realised value vs. forecasted outcomes.

  • Develop and manage financial models, dashboards, and reporting tools (e.g., Tableau, Excel, SQL).

  • Guide and mentor a team of Procurement Analysts, managing workload and ensuring high-quality outputs.

  • Support procurement planning and the CGA budgeting/forecasting process through accurate data modelling.

  • Collaborate with business development teams on client tenders, bid costing, and commercial structuring.

What You’ll Bring

  • Minimum 5 years’ experience in procurement analytics, commercial finance, or category management.

  • Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills; working knowledge of Tableau, SQL, and Access preferred.

  • Strong knowledge of product pricing principles, cost modelling, and sourcing strategies.

  • Exceptional analytical and data interpretation skills with attention to detail.

  • Ability to present insights and influence stakeholders at all levels.

  • Experience working with ERP systems (Oracle, SAP) is a plus.

  • Relevant tertiary qualifications in Finance, Business, Economics, or a STEM field; CPA/CA desirable.

  • A proactive mindset with a passion for continuous improvement and commercial impact.

Why Compass Group & Foodbuy?
Join a global leader with local impact. At Foodbuy, you’ll work alongside a passionate team that leverages data to deliver real value to clients and communities. You’ll be supported to lead, challenge, and innovate—all while developing your career in a complex and fast-paced environment.

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