Pareto
Procurement Analyst
Job Summary
The Procurement Analyst role involves supporting sourcing, vendor management, and cost-saving initiatives by analyzing procurement needs and developing strategies to optimize cost, quality, and efficiency. The position requires strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills, with experience in supply chain or procurement. Collaboration across departments, maintaining records, and monitoring supplier performance are key responsibilities. The role emphasizes data-driven decision-making and operational support to facilitate company growth.
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Job Description
About us
AtPareto.AI, we’re on a mission to enable top talent around the world to participate in the development of cutting-edge AI models.
In coming years, AI models will transform how we work and create thousands of new AI training jobs for skilled talent around the world. We’ve joined forces with top AI and crowd researchers at Anthropic, Character.AI, Imbue, Stanford, and University of Pennsylvania to build a fair and ethical platform for AI developers to collaborate with domain experts to train bespoke AI models.
About this role
At Pareto, we believe that operational excellence starts with strategic, data-driven decision-making — and procurement is no exception. As aProcurement Analyst, you will play a critical role in supporting the company’s sourcing, vendor management, and cost-saving initiatives. You’ll work cross-functionally to ensure we get the best value and quality from our suppliers while maintaining compliance and supporting Pareto’s growth.
You’d be a great fit at Pareto if you:
Enjoy working with and supporting teams across the company to get the things they need
Love negotiating deals and building strategic supplier relationships.
Are highly organized and process-driven.
Enjoy collaborating across departments to support operational efficiency.
Are proactive, resourceful, and always looking for ways to improve systems and reduce costs.
What you’ll do:
Analyze and forecast procurement needs based on business objectives and budget plans.
Identify, evaluate, and manage relationships with key vendors and suppliers.
Monitor supplier performance and resolve quality or delivery issues.
Develop and implement procurement strategies that optimize cost, quality, and efficiency.
Collaborate with Finance to ensure accurate reporting, contract compliance, and timely payments.
Maintain procurement records, including contracts, purchase orders, and invoices.
Conduct market research to identify new sources of supply and alternative products.
Generate reports and dashboards to track KPIs and identify cost-saving opportunities.
What you’ll need:
Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or related field.
Preferably 2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain analytics.
Strong analytical and Excel skills, with an eye for detail and accuracy.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Familiarity with budgeting, forecasting, and supplier management.
Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Knowledge of procurement laws, regulations, and best practices is a plus.
Tools you’ll use:
Microsoft Excel/Google Sheets
Quickbooks
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