Analyst - Supply Chain Analytics / Cost Management

Analyst - Supply Chain Analytics / Cost Management

Colorado Springs Utilities is seeking an Analyst to support the continued growth of Supply Chain's cost management, sourcing intelligence, and decision-support capabilities. This role transforms procurement, supplier, market, and cost data into actionable insights that improve decision-making across the organization.

The Analyst will partner with Procurement, Materials, Fleet, Finance, and other stakeholders to analyze cost trends, evaluate supplier pricing, support sourcing initiatives, validate savings opportunities, and develop dashboards and reporting tools. This position is ideal for a self-starter who combines strong analytical skills with the ability to translate complex data into practical business recommendations.

Work Location/Schedule:
This position reports to the Supply Chain Analytics Supervisor. The role is eligible for remote/work-from-home days on Mondays and Fridays following successful completion of the six-month probationary period, based on business needs and department expectations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support Supply Chain's cost management program through cost analysis, cost-driver identification, tracking, and reporting.
• Analyze supplier pricing, spend data, sourcing activities, and market trends to support procurement decisions.
• Assist sourcing teams with pricing analysis, bid evaluations, supplier reviews, and negotiation support.
• Validate savings opportunities through analysis of contracts, bids, pricing, and supplier data.
• Develop dashboards, reports, and analytical tools using Excel, Power BI, Power Query, and other Microsoft technologies.
• Identify trends, risks, variances, and opportunities within procurement, inventory, supplier, contract, and cost data.
• Translate complex data into meaningful metrics, visualizations, recommendations, and decision-support materials.
• Ensure data accuracy and support cross-functional process and reporting improvements.
• Document processes, reporting methodologies, and analytical tools.
• Support strategic supply chain initiatives and performance reporting efforts.

What Will Make You Successful?
Successful candidates will bring a background in financial, cost, procurement, sourcing, business, or data analysis and demonstrate:

• Strong analytical, financial, pricing, or cost analysis skills
• Advanced Excel proficiency and experience working with large data sets
• Experience with Power BI, Power Query, and other Power Platform tools
• Ability to identify trends, explain findings, and recommend actions
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and navigate ambiguity
• Curiosity, initiative, attention to detail, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Strong stakeholder partnership and collaboration skills
• Supply chain, procurement, sourcing, supplier management, or cost-management experience is highly desirable

Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Economics, Data Analytics, Supply Chain Management, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Relevant experience in financial analysis, cost analysis, procurement analytics, sourcing support, supply chain analytics, business analytics, reporting, or related disciplines is preferred.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Cost, financial, pricing, procurement, sourcing, or supplier analysis experience.
• Experience supporting sourcing events, bid evaluations, supplier pricing reviews, or negotiations.
• Experience developing dashboards and analytical tools in Power BI, Excel, Power Query, or similar platforms.
• Experience with Microsoft Power Platform tools.
• Familiarity with ERP, procurement, inventory, contract, or supplier management systems.
• Experience with large data sets, cost modeling, savings validation, or should-cost analysis.
• Utility, public-sector, operations, finance, procurement, or supply chain experience.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally (1/3 of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force frequently (1/3 to 2/3 of the time) to lift, carry, push, or pull objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Jobs are sedentary only if walking and standing are required only occasionally, and all other criteria are met.
• Positions in this class typically require talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions within an office working environment.
   

Who We Are:
Colorado Springs Utilities, a four-service utility provider with a 100-year reputation of integrity, gives you an experience unmatched by other utility companies. We continuously strive to stay ahead of the business curve with our established priority to update and incorporate state-of-the-art technology and provide a work culture dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and synergy. In fact, we were recently awarded the Diamond Designation from the American Public Power Association (APPA), recognizing our utility for having some of the highest ratings in reliability, safety, workforce development, and system improvements among the more than 2,000 public utilities in the nation. Nestled at the base of the Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs is the perfect blend of mountain and city living. With over 300 days of sunshine a year, you will enjoy nature at its finest while residing in the sixth most desired place to live in the United States (according to U.S. News & World Report, 2021).

Our Commitment to Our Employees…
Our people are the heart and soul of Colorado Springs Utilities. They keep the lights on, gas flowing, water coming in, and wastewater leaving. We don't just say people are important – we prove it! That’s why we are honored to invest in protecting the health and financial security of our employees and their families through our rich benefits program.

Time Off to Recharge

• Vacation – Start with 13 days annually, increasing to 24 days with tenure
• Personal Leave –3 days per year
• Paid Holidays –12 paid holidays per year
• Sick Leave – 12 days per year for personal or family health needs
• Vacation Buy – Option to purchase up to 40 additional hours annually

Health & Wellness – Benefits elected are effective the first of the following month

• Medical Plans: Three comprehensive options, including a $0 premium High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) with Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Zero Health: Access to hundreds of medical services at no cost
• Dental & Vision: Two dental plans and one vision plan
• Family Building-Benefits: Support for fertility, preservation, adoption, and surrogacy
• Wellness Program: A voluntary program that rewards you for prioritizing self-care! If you're enrolled in our medical plan, you and your spouse can earn up to $600 in HRA or HSA contributions by completing healthy activities
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Pre-tax contributions for healthcare and dependent care expenses
• Health Savings Account (HSA): Available with HDHP

Financial & Retirement Security

• Pension Plan: Colorado PERA provides retirement benefits and peace of mind
• Supplemental Retirement Plans: PERAPlus 401(k), MissionSquare Roth IRA, and 457 plans
• Disability Coverage: Short-Term and Long-Term Disability insurance available
• Life Insurance: Employer-paid coverage with optional supplemental plans
• Long-Term Care Insurance: Available for purchase to support extended care needs

Additional Support

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP): Confidential support for mental health, stress, legal, financial, and work-life balance
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $5,250 annually to support continued education
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness: As a qualifying employer, your student loan payments may be eligible for loan forgiveness