Procurement Analyst – Indirect Purchasing

Ford Motor Company

. Review and validate procurement handover documentation, including supplier quotations and supporting documents .

Posted 9/22/2026full-timeChennai • IndiaJuniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement operations, including purchase order creation, invoice resolution, and process improvement methodologies such as Continuous Improvement and Six Sigma. Proficient in Microsoft Excel for data tracking and reporting, with strong organizational and communication skills to manage stakeholder relationships effectively.

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Procurement OperationsPurchase Order CreationMicrosoft Excel ProficiencyProcess Improvement (Six Sigma, Kaizen)Strong Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Purchase Order CreationInvoice ResolutionData TrackingProcurement ProcessesProcess ImprovementMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft OfficeReportingDocumentation ValidationSLA Compliance

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementAttention to DetailFlexibility

Industry Keywords

ProcurementSupplier QuotationsStakeholder ManagementOperational ReportsCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Review and validate procurement handover documentation, including supplier quotations and supporting documents
Update pricing information in procurement systems based on approved documentation
Coordinate with buyers to resolve document discrepancies and incomplete information
Follow up with stakeholders to obtain required clarifications and approvals
Create and issue Purchase Orders (POs) based on buyer instructions
Prepare and distribute weekly and monthly operational reports
Maintain tracking tools and records in accordance with Service Level Agreement (SLA) requirements
Identify and recommend process improvement opportunities using Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies
Build and maintain effective relationships with cross-functional stakeholders
Ensure procurement transactions are completed accurately and within defined timelines

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration (BA/BBA), Computer Applications (BCA), Science (BSc), or a related discipline
Minimum 1 year of experience in purchase/procurement operations, invoice resolution and payment processing, or purchase order creation and maintenance
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, including data tracking and reporting
Basic understanding of procurement and purchasing processes
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage workload effectively and meet deadlines
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and Word
Ability to learn new systems and processes quickly
Strong organizational and time management skills
Attention to detail and accuracy
Flexibility to support business requirements across different work shifts