Value Insights Analyst
The Value Insights Analyst supports procurement performance tracking and data analysis across the University of California system. This entry-level role involves analyzing procurement data, preparing reports and dashboards, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve data accuracy and reporting. It offers an opportunity for recent graduates to develop skills in procurement analytics within a hybrid work environment.
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Role Overview
Confidential Client is seeking a Value Insights Analyst to support procurement performance tracking, data analysis, and reporting for a higher-education client. This is an entry-level, full-time, hybrid role (2 days on-site in Philatelic, CA) well suited to recent graduates or early-career analysts who are strong in Excel, enjoy turning data into clear insights, and want experience with dashboards and KPI tracking.
Estimated salary: $54,227 per year (estimated).
What You’ll Do
- Analyze procurement and spend data to help establish performance metrics, targets, and baselines.
- Track and report savings, supplier performance, compliance, service quality, and process improvements.
- Build and maintain dashboards, reports, and slide decks that highlight trends, progress, and risks.
- Collaborate with procurement, finance, and data teams to improve data accuracy and reporting workflows.
- Support performance reviews and document findings, recommended actions, and follow-up items.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, supply chain, analytics, public administration, or a related field — equivalent relevant experience considered.
- Strong Excel skills and solid analytical/problem-solving ability.
- Able to organize data and present findings clearly in writing and presentations.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
- Entry-level candidates welcome — no prior professional experience required; relevant coursework, projects, or internships are a plus.
Preferred Skills
- Experience or familiarity with Power BI or Tableau.
- Basic understanding of procurement, sourcing, supplier management, or supply chain concepts.
- Exposure to ERP systems, process improvement, or reporting automation.
- Familiarity with AI productivity tools (e.g., Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Gemini, Claude) a plus.
Key Skills & Tools
- Excel (advanced), data analysis, reporting, dashboards
- KPI tracking, PowerPoint, Power BI, Tableau
- Procurement / supply chain fundamentals
- Clear written and verbal communication
Why This Role?
- Hands-on exposure to procurement analytics at a higher-education organization.
- Opportunity to build dashboarding and reporting skills early in your career.
- Collaborative environment working with procurement, finance, and data teams.
- Entry-level friendly — strong learning and development potential.
Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency
Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.
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