The Purchasing Analyst is responsible for analyzing work order demand, forecasted maintenance requirement and historical usage to ensure timely procurement of parts, materials and services. This role works closely with the Purchasing Supervisor, Director of Materials and Operations to help maintain optimal inventory levels, control costs and mitigate supply chain risk. May also support contractual negotiations with vendors.

Key Responsibilities:

• Analyze work orders, repair forecasts, historical usage, and maintenance requirements to determine material demand.
• Identify high usage, high value, long lead-time and critical components requiring advanced purchasing or provisioning.
• Monitor market conditions, supplier availability and pricing trends to anticipate shortages and cost increases.
• Coordinate with Materials and Operations team to maintain appropriate inventory levels while minimizing excess and obsolescence.
• Ensure parts availability supports production schedules.
• Work with the Purchasing Supervisor to support vendor negotiations, pricing agreements and long-term contracts.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities through bulk purchasing, alternate sourcing or timing purchases ahead of pricing escalation.