Procurement Associate

Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. About Athena: Athena is seeking procurement professionals to join our Procurement Team. We operate with speed, precision, and a strong commitment to customer and stakeholder success. At Athena, we value adaptability, collaboration, and analytical excellence. Join us to contribute to our expanding India and U.S. Procurement operations and play a key role in our growing global footprint. Role Summary: The Procurement Associate will play a key role within the Procurement function, supporting end-to-end Procure-to-Pay (P2P) activities. This role combines analytical capability with strong operational execution, utilizing Oracle, Workday Strategic Sourcing (WSS), and Advanced Excel to ensure accurate reporting, actionable insights, and process efficiency. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders in support of procurement processes, ensure compliance, support the timely fulfillment goods and services, and contribute to the achievement of financial and operational objectives. Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred). 5+ years of experience in Procurement with exposure to administration, processes and controls. Strong understanding of Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes, contract management, and procurement best practices. Proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, Macros, Dashboards) and hands-on experience with Oracle and WSS procurement systems. Demonstrated experience in process improvement, cost optimization, and operational efficiency. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and reporting abilities with attention to detail and accuracy. Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills. Solid domain knowledge of procurement policies, industry practices, and compliance standards. Proven ability in relationship management and collaboration across cross-functional teams. Experience in the healthcare sector is an added advantage Job Responsibilities: Manage and support the full Procure-to-Pay (P2P) process for all AHI goods and services, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely execution of procurement activities. Create, manage, and administer Oracle purchasing catalogs, including catalog setup, updates, user support, troubleshooting, and ensuring catalog integrity for efficient purchasing and fulfillment. Support PO process management, including purchase order creation, tracking, and fulfillment for all AHI goods and services. Utilize and leverage procurement tools (Oracle, WSS, Advanced Excel) to improve transparency, track performance, and continuously refine key processes. Provide Audit Support by maintaining accurate documentation, ensuring process adherence, and coordinating timely responses to audit requests. Develop and maintain reports, dashboards, and presentations using Advanced Excel and other internal tools to support data-driven decision-making. Collaborate with IT and systems teams to enhance ERP/P2P tool functionality and user experience. Provide support in the update of procurement systems such as Oracle and WSS, ensuring data integrity, consistency, and system efficiency. Collaborate on procurement operations' continuous process improvement initiatives. About athenahealth Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all. Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support. Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve. What we can do for you: Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs. We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation. In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.  Learn more about our culture and benefits here: athenahealth.com/careers