Procurement Analyst

This position reports to the Sr. Procurement Manager and partners with
internal departments and suppliers to manage and negotiate contracts on
behalf of our company. The ideal candidate will have high attention to detail,
customer service skills, and the ability to make a complex process simple for
stakeholders. This is an ideal opportunity for an individual seeking an
impactful and collaborative role.

What you will do

• Serve as liaison between Couchbase and vendors to negotiate
  favourable terms in procurement contracts for select purchase types.
• Support day-to-day transactional activities related to the procurement
  process, including purchase requisition and deal review to ensure
  alignment with supporting documentation and Couchbase policies.
• Own the Couchbase Contracts Database (Coupa) and renewals
  process.
• Advise stakeholders on the various purchasing methods, contracting,
  and navigating Coupa.
• Assist in the maintenance and development of procurement reference
  material and training.
• Run and distribute periodic and ad hoc reports for internal teams.
• Support the continuous improvement of the procurement function.
• Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders and cross
  functional partners.
• Provide recommendations based on Couchbase purchasing trends.

What We Are Looking For

• 3+ years of Procurement/Purchasing, Buyer or Accounts Payables
  experience in a high-growth technology company
• Solid planning and prioritization skills
• Demonstrates high energy with the ability to remain flexible and change
  priorities in a challenging, fast-paced environment
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Customer service skills required
• Must be a self-starter
• Excellent computer skills with MS Office and G-suite