Sr Analyst Procurement (Travel, Expenses and Events Categories) at NielsenIQ

São Vicente, São Paulo, Brazil -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Aug, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

18 May, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Spend Data Management, Strategic Sourcing, Supplier Management, Market Intelligence, Contract Administration, Microsoft Excel, Data Visualization, SAP Ariba, Cost Management, Benchmarking, Stakeholder Management, ESG Principles, Supplier Diversity, Procurement Reporting, Risk Management, Category Management

Industry

Software Development

Description

Job Description About this Job Together, we enable businesses to understand consumers and make better decisions. NielsenIQ is a leading global consumer intelligence company delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. By combining advanced analytics with comprehensive consumer purchase data, NielsenIQ helps manufacturers and retailers innovate, optimize performance, and succeed in highly competitive markets. Within this global environment, Procurement plays a critical role in enabling NIQ’s research operations, technology platforms, and professional services. The function partners closely with business and operational leaders to ensure access to the right capabilities, suppliers, and solutions while maintaining strong governance, risk management, and cost discipline. As NielsenIQ continues to scale its global operations and strengthen its operating model, the Procurement organization is focused on delivering strategic sourcing, supplier management, and value creation across key spend categories, supporting both operational excellence and long-term business growth. The Procurement Analyst for Travel, Expenses and Events (TE&E) supports sourcing and category operations across Travel (e.g., air, hotels, transportation, TMC, and expense platforms) and Events (e.g., sponsorships, agencies, venues, and execution), providing analytical support, managing spend data, and coordinating suppliers to ensure cost efficiency, reliable service delivery, and measurable value. Responsibilities include data collection, supplier research, and basic benchmarking to inform sourcing decisions. Working with Finance and Marketing teams, the role aligns operational needs with sourcing strategies, helping control costs and maintain service continuity. Within a global procurement framework, the Analyst ensures consistent governance, leverages digital tools for efficiency, and incorporates ESG and supplier diversity considerations into sourcing activities. Responsibilities Support spend data collection, reporting, and visibility of suppliers and contracts: Collect, validate, and organize spend data to ensure accurate tracking of expenditures across Travel and Events categories. Maintain up-to-date records on supplier coverage and contract status, enabling transparency and better decision-making. Assist sourcing activities (documents, supplier data, market insights): Contribute to sourcing processes by preparing documents, gathering supplier information, and compiling relevant data. Ensure materials are well-structured to support competitive and informed sourcing decisions. Gather and organize market intelligence across travel and events suppliers: Research and maintain insights on key suppliers such as TMCs, airlines, hotels, car rental providers, and event agencies. Structure this information to support supplier evaluation, benchmarking, and category strategies. Contribute to cost savings, improved terms, and reliable service delivery: Support negotiations and supplier engagement activities by providing data and analysis that help identify savings opportunities, optimize contract conditions, and enhance service quality. Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation and service standardization: Analyze supplier landscape to highlight opportunities for reducing fragmentation, improving consistency, and increasing efficiency through consolidation and standardized service models. Collaborate with Marketing and Finance to align sourcing with business needs: Build strong relationships with stakeholders to understand operational priorities and translate them into procurement actions that support cost control, service continuity, and business goals. Support governance by coordinating with procurement leads and escalating risks: Work closely with senior procurement stakeholders, following established processes and ensuring compliance with policies. Proactively identify and escalate risks or issues when needed. Assist supplier selection, evaluation, and contract administration processes: Support end-to-end sourcing cycles, including supplier evaluation, scoring, and onboarding. Assist with contract documentation and ensure alignment with procurement standards and governance requirements. Support supplier performance tracking, contract compliance, and process efficiency: Maintain performance records, assist in supplier reviews, and monitor adherence to service levels and contractual terms. Help improve processes by keeping accurate documentation and leveraging procurement tools for better efficiency and compliance. #LI-Hybrid Qualifications Bachelor's degree or technical qualification in Business, Administration, Finance, HR, Supply Chain, or a related field. Experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related role within global or multi-regional organizations. Experience with spend data management and basic procurement reporting, with the ability to organize and present data clearly to support sourcing activities and stakeholder communication. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data organization and basic reporting; familiarity with data visualization tools such as Power BI and AI tools is a plus. Exposure to procurement platforms such as SAP Ariba or equivalent is a plus. English required / Spanish desirable. Some exposure to supporting sourcing activities or procurement projects, including assisting with supplier evaluations and contract administration, with an understanding of how procurement contributes to cost management and service quality. Familiarity with gathering supplier and market information to support sourcing decisions, including basic price comparisons and supplier capability assessments. Basic awareness of data privacy requirements and ESG principles relevant to sourcing decisions. Additional Information Our Benefits Flexible work environment Comprehensive health insurance Gympass Hybrid work model Annual Bonus Career development tailored to NielsenIQ roles Access to on-demand learning content and NIQ social communities Mentoring programs ...and more! Job ID: R26_0009917|BR Our Benefits Flexible working environment Volunteer time off LinkedIn Learning Employee-Assistance-Program (EAP) NIQ may utilize artificial intelligence (AI) tools at various stages of the recruitment process, including résumé screening, candidate assessments, interview scheduling, job matching, communication support, and certain administrative tasks that help streamline workflows. These tools are intended to improve efficiency and support fair and consistent evaluation based on job-related criteria. All use of AI is governed by NIQ’s principles of fairness, transparency, human oversight, and inclusion. Final hiring decisions are made exclusively by humans. NIQ regularly reviews its AI tools to help mitigate bias and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations. If you have questions, require accommodations, or wish to request human review were permitted by law, please contact your local HR representative. For more information, please visit NIQ’s AI Safety Policies and Guiding Principles: https://www.nielseniq.com/global/en/ai-safety-policies. About NIQ NIQ is the world’s leading consumer intelligence company, delivering the most complete understanding of consumer buying behavior and revealing new pathways to growth. In 2023, NIQ combined with GfK, bringing together the two industry leaders with unparalleled global reach. With a holistic retail read and the most comprehensive consumer insights—delivered with advanced analytics through state-of-the-art platforms—NIQ delivers the Full View™. NIQ is an Advent International portfolio company with operations in 100+ markets, covering more than 90% of the world’s population. For more information, visit NIQ.com Want to keep up with our latest updates? Follow us on: LinkedIn | Instagram | Twitter | Facebook Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion At NIQ, we are steadfast in our commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace that mirrors the rich diversity of the communities and markets we serve. We believe that embracing a wide range of perspectives drives innovation and excellence. All employment decisions at NIQ are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. We invite individuals who share our dedication to inclusivity and equity to join us in making a meaningful impact. To learn more about our ongoing efforts in diversity and inclusion, please visit the https://nielseniq.com/global/en/news-center/diversity-inclusion Career Site Team: Finance

Responsibilities

The role focuses on managing spend data and sourcing activities for Travel, Expenses, and Events categories to ensure cost efficiency and service quality. It involves collaborating with Finance and Marketing teams to align procurement strategies with business needs and maintaining supplier performance tracking.