Analyst, Purchasing Operations, NA

Vantage Data Centers is a company that powers and connects the technology of well-known hyperscalers and cloud providers. They are seeking a detail-oriented Analyst, Purchasing Operations to support purchasing workflows and processes within the Accounting organization, optimizing vendor management and purchase order lifecycle activities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Purchase Order (PO) lifecycle — assist with initiation, tracking, and compliance to ensure accuracy and timely processing
• Collaborate with internal teams and external vendors to facilitate smooth purchasing workflows
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and internal controls, escalating issues when necessary
• Generate and maintain reports on purchasing activities, vendor performance, and PO status for management review
• Assist in process improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies and recommending enhancements
• Act as a point of contact for routine vendor and purchase order inquiries, ensuring timely and accurate responses
• Track and follow up on pending purchase orders to ensure approvals are completed within established timelines
• Communicate with internal teams to clarify purchasing requirements and resolve minor discrepancies
• Prepare and distribute regular status reports on open POs to Manager, Purchasing Operations
• Support compliance efforts by reviewing requests for adherence to company policies and escalating issues as needed
• Assist in identifying recurring issues in PO processes and provide feedback for improvement

Skills

• 1–3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing operations, or accounting support
• Familiarity with procure-to-pay processes and basic purchasing workflows
• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities and communicate effectively with internal teams and external vendors
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail, with a commitment to data accuracy
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 tools (Excel, Outlook, Teams) and ability to learn new systems quickly
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to identify and escalate issues appropriately
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, service-oriented environment
• Experience working with ERP or procurement systems (Yardi preferred but not required)

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life and AD&D
• Short and long-term disability coverage
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance
• Participation in a 401k program that includes company match
• Many other additional voluntary benefits

Company Overview

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