Procurement Analyst

Appian is "The Process Company," providing a software platform for end-to-end process automation. Their platform helps organizations design, automate, and optimize business processes using capabilities like low-code development, data fabric, AI, and process intelligence. Appian serves various industries, including Financial Services, Insurance, Public Sector, and Life Sciences. Their solutions aim to reduce costs, improve customer experiences, and gain a strategic edge.

The Procurement Analyst plays a crucial role in acquiring software and services for the organization to operate effectively. As an individual contributor, this role focuses on the execution of strategic sourcing, contract negotiation and management within the tech sector encompassing software, IT, and professional services. The manager will ensure quality and cost-efficiency, manage risks, and maintain compliance within procurement processes in partnership with security, legal, and privacy representatives.

This role is based at our Headquarters in McLean, Virginia. Appian was built on a culture of in-person collaboration, which we believe is a key driver of our mission to be the best. Employees hired for this position are expected to be in the office 5 days a week to foster that culture and ensure we continue to thrive through shared ideas and teamwork. We believe being in the office provides more opportunities to come together and celebrate working with the exceptional people across Appian.

Key Responsibilities:

• Actively track and manage the procurement process lifecycle from initiation, security, legal, and privacy reviews, contract finalization, ensuring efficiency and stakeholder transparency throughout.
• Manage contracts throughout their lifecycle, tracking renewals and monitoring usage/spending. Software renewals are a frequent task.
• Assess and mitigate risks associated with suppliers and contracts, ensuring compliance with legal regulations, data privacy, and company policies.
• Partner cross-functionally with IT, Finance, Legal, and Operations to align procurement activities with business needs and resolve issues.
• Maintain and execute an annual technology expiration roadmap to proactively drive renewal conversations with department leaders.
• Review and analyse data to identify trends and recommend solutions to improve the overall health of the organisation.
• Use procurement software and tools to automate tasks, improve efficiency, and gain insights.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business, Logistics, or a related field
• 2+ years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related function
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and communication skills (written and verbal)
• Experience with contract management and cost control
• Proficiency with procurement systems and related technologies
• Ability to build and manage supplier relationships
• Understanding of risk management principles in procurement

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience supporting software or IT procurement
• Relevant professional certifications (e.g., CPSM, CSCP)