Procurement & Supplier Management Analyst

About the role

We are looking for a proactive, commercially‑minded Procurement & Supplier Management Analyst to join the Group Procurement & Supplier Management team in Liverpool. Working in the first line of defence, you will partner with business units across the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing and contract negotiation to supplier onboarding and renewal, while ensuring robust third‑party risk management and regulatory compliance.

Key responsibilities

• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the Group’s Procurement and Third‑Party Risk Management framework.
• Partner with stakeholders to deliver sourcing activities, market research and supplier selection.
• Assist in contract negotiation, supplier onboarding, renewals and terminations.
• Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation and cost efficiencies in collaboration with Finance.
• Support governance structures overseeing supplier performance, service delivery and contractual compliance.
• Contribute to training and awareness initiatives to improve procurement knowledge.
• Develop and maintain procurement guidance materials for business‑wide use.

Required profile

• Experience in procurement and/or supplier management, preferably within financial services.
• Understanding of regulatory frameworks such as FCA, PRA and EBA is highly desirable.
• Strong analytical, organisational and communication skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.

Required skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint.