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Purchasing Data Analyst

VTI Security
Pay rate : $80k - $110k DOE
United States, Minnesota, Burnsville
401 West Travelers Trail (Show on map)
Aug 27, 2025

POSITION OVERVIEW:

This role supports the full business value chain by managing data, systems, and processes from sales entry to Finance & Operations. Key duties include data governance, reporting, system standards, and migration; supporting purchasing and warehousing; leading process digitization and efficiency projects; coordinating ERP and non-ERP tools; and overseeing departmental documentation and project administration to drive operational performance across the supply chain.

SPECIFIC ACCOUNTABILITES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

  • Ensure data accuracy and integrity across the entire business value chain-from sales data entry to CE and Finance & Operations-by managing part master data, costing, and related processes to maintain a competitive position for the business.

  • Serve as the liaison between Procurement, ERP/IT teams and other functional areas, overseeing how procurement master data interacts with the business.

  • Lead digitization and continuous improvement initiatives focused on optimizing supply chain processes and increasing operational efficiency.

  • Coordinate projects involving ERP systems, process improvements, compliance, and business engagement when purchasing data is involved. Administer data integrity efforts, schedule and lead meetings, and ensure alignment with project goals and directives.

  • Collect, map, maintain, and report on internal and external data sources relevant to purchasing and supply chain operations.

  • Implement and manage departmental data governance policies. Monitor compliance, identify applicable exceptions, and address non-conforming data practices in alignment with business-defined standards.

  • Define, configure, and maintain system requirements for Purchasing and Warehousing, including pricing structures and inventory management, to ensure consistent and optimized data usage.

  • Support data migration and integration efforts related to acquisitions, ensuring accurate and consistent handling of new vendor and inventory data.

  • Manage and maintain key data attributes (e.g., pricing, taxation) that impact system configurations and business transactions.

  • Conduct regular audits of purchasing data, maintain source-of-truth systems, and ensure data consistency across platforms.

  • Administer purchasing department reporting, ensuring timely and accurate data delivery to support decision-making.

  • Develop and maintain project schedules for departmental initiatives, tracking milestones and deliverables.

  • Manage and support external tools and applications used by the department (e.g., material tracking, BOM management, barcoding systems, SharePoint).

  • Maintain and update comprehensive departmental documentation, including process guides, standards, and compliance records.

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES:

  • Represent Company in a business-like professional manner in both conduct and appearance, to maximize client satisfaction

  • Available to work outside of, or in addition to, normal businesses hours as needed

  • Work in compliance with the Company's policies and procedures including safety manual with safety of self and others in mind at all times.

  • Maintain and protect assigned Company assets.

  • Accurate written record keeping, submitted on time and complete

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • High School Diploma or GED
  • 2+ Years of direct experience with administration of core business software applications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

  • 5+ Years of experience with ERP applications management and administration

  • Direct experience with Microsoft D365 suite of products, including CE and Finance and Operations platforms

DEMONSTRATED PROFESSIONAL COMPETENCIES:

  • Experience in direct cross-functional business support

  • Strong data management and reporting skills

  • Familiarity with ERP systems and related tools

  • Knowledge of supply chain, purchasing, or warehousing processes

  • Ability to lead process improvement and digitization initiatives

  • Strong organizational and project coordination skills

  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement abilities

  • Attention to detail and commitment to data accuracy

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: In general, the following physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job.

  • Must be able to effectively communicate, (ie see, hear, speak and write clearly) in order to communicate with colleagues and/or customers; manual dexterity required for occasional reaching, lifting of light office objects, and operating office equipment

  • Position is a desk job requiring the use of computer, keyboard and phone

WORKING CONDITIONS: In general, the following conditions of the work environment are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

  • The office is clean, orderly, properly lit and ventilated. Noise levels are considered low to moderate

Pay rate : $80k - $110k DOE

Company Info:

Paladin Technologies is a premier North American complex systems integrator for building technology solutions, including IP security, alarms & monitoring, audio visual, low-voltage infrastructure, and networking. As a leader in the design, deployment, optimization, management, and maintenance of communication and digital networks, Paladin can meet the needs of clients on a national scale, while providing local support. Our team is the best in the industry, with manufacturer trained technicians, PMP-certified project managers, CTS- and RCDD-certified design engineers, coordinators, and administrative resources.

Paladin has offices coast to coast across the United States and Canada, and nearly 1,700 talented and committed professionals dedicated to custom-crafting and installing technology solutions for clients requiring Integrated Security, Network Infrastructure, Audio Visual, Fiber Optics/OSP, Structured Cabling, and more. We are always at the forefront of the changing technology landscape, and through continued training, complex client projects, and company support, we provide our colleagues with exciting challenges and a rewarding career as Paladin continues to grow.

This company considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability & veterans, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need accommodation for any part of the application process, please send an email or call 1-855-296-3199 to speak with Human Resources and let us know the nature of your request.

We thank you for your application, however only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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