Vendor Management Business Analyst

Business Analyst Vendor Management 

Job Summary

Analyze data and processes to select, onboard, and monitor vendors to ensure they meet organizational goals, mitigate risks, and align with business strategies 

Responsibilities 

• Define and deliver metrics, reporting platforms, dashboards, and analytical models vital for tracking and managing the business 
• Provide analyses for large datasets necessary for decisions using actionable insights 
• Identify business challenges and initiate process improvement projects 
• Communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders and work collaboratively with cross-functional teams 
• Supporting Merchandise and Employee Reimbursement vendors
• Responsible for Tier-1 technical support across all vendor modules, including SKU creation, compliance, spare parts, customer management, and purchase order (PO) management
• Deliver internal KPI dashboards and reports, including ServiceNow
• Provide support during the implementation of recommended changes 
• Gather and analyze data from various sources to identify patterns, trends, and opportunities.?  
• Work with stakeholders to understand the organization's goals, challenges, and areas for improvement  
• Provide information on analytic results to business and functional leaders using visualizations to communicate data and metrics, including data maps 

Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree and relevant experience in Compliance, Industrial Engineering, Regulatory Affairs, Data Science, or similar fields. 
• Advanced data analysis skills for large sets of data with a stated end goal 
• Experience in supporting technology platforms, understanding the issue then communicating resolution required to software developers 
• Experience identifying issue root cause and developing a solution 
• Ability to effectively identify and resolve issues that arise with vendor performance or relationships. 
• A solid understanding of business processes, procurement, and supply chain management.? 
• Identifying and addressing potential risks associated with third-party vendors to protect the organization (compliance)? 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
• Excellent attention to detail and organization with the ability to prioritize effectively 
• Proven success implementing plans and taking ownership of assignments to achieve goals 
• Highly proactive and functional in a dynamic environment 
• Proactive approach to learning new concepts and utilizing resources when encountering new concepts or program requirements 
• Displays well developed analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills 
• Great people skills and the ability to be personable and professional 
• ServiceNow Experience a plus 

Work location 

• Atlanta, GA (Brookhaven) 
• Domestic and International travel is required; up to 25% travel is expected. 
• International Travel <10%; travel is primarily domestic 
• Reports to the Director of Compliance  

About Us

Founded in 1991, Rooms To Go is one of the largest and fastest growing furniture retailers in the US with over 250 stores in ten southern states, eight distribution centers and an e-commerce business. Rooms To Go offers a collaborative work environment within a supportive culture. 

Rooms To Go Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance 
• 401(k) with company match 
• Associate discounts including furniture 
• Company paid life and disability insurance 
• Paid time off 
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Wellness Programs 
• And more! 

Rooms To Go is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment against any individual on the basis of race, color, gender, national origin, ancestry, religion, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, citizenship, or any other factor protected by anti-discrimination laws. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.