Data Analyst - Procurement & Quality

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter's high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter's wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

Position Title

Data Analyst - Procurement & Quality

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Data Analyst to support our global quality, sourcing and procurement teams. In this role, you will manage complex data, build impactful dashboards, and deliver actionable insights that drive strategic, data-informed decisions. The ideal candidate is proficient in SAP and advanced analytics tools such as Excel, Power BI, Tableau, ThoughtSpot, and Alteryx. You should bring a strong analytical acumen, ability to identify trends, and a deep understanding of procurement processes to this critical role.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Analyze global quality and procurement data from multiple sources to generate actionable insights that support strategic decision-making.

• Develop, maintain, and enhance dashboards and performance reports related to quality and procurement activities, supplier performance, and cost-saving initiatives using Excel, ThoughtSpot, Power BI, and Tableau.

• Create and distribute monthly reports on various KPIs identified.

• Drive operational efficiency by automating manual processes through the implementation of software solutions, thereby optimizing productivity and resource utilization within the organization.

• Data design, migration, and validation support in IT projects.

• Cleanse, transform, and load large datasets using tools like Alteryx, Winshuttle, and SAP.

• Ensure data accuracy, consistency, and integrity across multiple procurement systems and platforms.

• Identify and implement opportunities to automate procurement data workflows, data processing and reporting processes.

• Utilize analytical tools to streamline data collection and processing, driving efficiency and scalability.

• Design intuitive data visualizations to communicate procurement performance and insights clearly.

• Present findings and recommendations to senior management and other cross functional stakeholders in a clear and concise manner.

• Monitor and analyze global spend data, procurement trends, market conditions, and supplier performance.

• Assist in forecasting future procurement needs and costs by analyzing historical data and applying statistical models.

• Perform ad-hoc data analysis and provide business intelligence to support strategic procurement and quality decision-making as needed.

Additional Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Data Analytics, Information Systems, Supply Chain Management, or a related field required. Advanced degree is a plus.

• Minimum 5 years of experience in data analysis, preferably within a procurement or supply chain environment.

• Strong experience working with large and complex datasets.

• Proficiency with SAP and data integration/management.

• Expertise in Power BI, Tableau, and ThoughtSpot for data visualization and reporting.

• Strong Experience with Alteryx for data transformation and automation is highly preferred.