Purchasing Analyst @ Palo Alto Networks

Your Career

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Procurement Analyst with in-depth knowledge of Procure-to-Pay (PTP) processes and Vendor Management. The ideal candidate will have the ability to manage vendor relationships, ensure smooth supplier onboarding, and support the efficient execution of the Indirect PTP function. This role also involves overseeing compliance, risk management, and ongoing process improvements.

Your Impact

• Review and approve Purchase Requisitions (PRs) in line with company policy
• Manage and monitor the shared procurement mailbox, ensuring timely responses to internal and external inquiries
• Resolve PR issues, including incorrect data, duplicate entries, or system errors
• Handle requestor queries via Zoom or email, providing clear and professional support
• Train new and existing requestors on proper PR creation processes, system navigation, and policy compliance
• Collaborate with requestors to clarify requirements and ensure accuracy.
• Collaborate with finance, operations, and sourcing teams to ensure timely processing of PRs
• Troubleshoot system errors or approval bottlenecks with procurement or IT teams if needed
• Maintain documentation related to PR approvals, exceptions, and communications
• Provide feedback and suggest improvements to streamline the PR process
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors

Your Experience

• UG/PG degree in business, supply chain management or another related field desired.
• Related experience and Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) a plus.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in procurement operations
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Complete knowledge of the Procure to Pay life cycle
• Exposer to all Upstream and Downstream Ariba modules such as Ariba Buying and
• Invoicing, Ariba Sourcing, Procure to Pay and Guided Buying
• Ability to Manage end to end Supplier Enablement Strategy (Ariba Network),
• process and execution
• Analytical ability, assertiveness and Strong Customer Service orientation
• Confidence in dealing with other departments and outside representatives Ability to
• work efficiently in a fast-paced environment
• SAP experience for Vendor onboarding, Purchasing and Accounts Payable modules
• desired
• Familiarity G-Suite products, BI/Tableau to run and analyse reports

This role is for Night Shift .