Procurement Analyst

-; City of Edinburgh; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading car rental company is seeking a Procurement Analyst to perform market research, financial analysis, and strategic insights support. This role requires strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex data to guide decision-making. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and at least 3 years of experience in procurement or related analytical roles. Join a dynamic team and enjoy benefits such as generous leave, employee discounts, and a pension contribution.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discounts on car rentals

Pension contribution

Friends and family discount

Onsite gym access

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis or procurement analysis.
• Strong ability to translate operational data into actionable insights.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research for supplier identification.
• Develop models for RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
• Prepare reports summarizing market insights.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

QlikView

QuickBase

Job description

Job Title: Procurement Analyst

Location: Bracknell, Hybrid

Role Overview

The Procurement Analyst will play a critical role within the Avis Budget Group Global Procurement organization by delivering in-depth market research, financial analysis, and strategic insights. This role requires strong analytical skills, intellectual curiosity across diverse industries, and the ability to interpret complex data to guide decision-making in strategic sourcing initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Market Research & Analysis

• Conduct market research to support supplier identification, evaluation, and selection.
• Analyse industry trends, market conditions, and economic indicators to support procurement decisions.
• Assess supply‑chain risks by monitoring commodity markets, geopolitical events, and regulatory developments; prepare detailed reports to support risk‑mitigation strategies.
• Evaluate competitor performance and market positioning to identify opportunities and risks.

Financial Modelling & Valuation

• Develop sensitivity analyses and scenario‑planning models to support responses to RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
• Conduct cost‑breakdown analyses to identify savings opportunities and strengthen negotiation strategies.
• Perform price‑benchmarking studies to validate competitive pricing and ensure best‑value outcomes.

Data Interpretation & Reporting

• Prepare reports, presentations, and dashboards summarizing market insights for internal stakeholders, using a wide range of external intelligence sources.
• Monitor and interpret macroeconomic developments and assess their impact on procurement strategies.
• Analyse internal and external data to identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency and support category‑management initiatives.
• Use tools such as Excel, Power BI, QlikView and QuickBase to structure data, build dashboards, track KPIs, and enhance decision‑making processes.
• Analyse supplier performance metrics and trends to support ongoing supplier performance management.

Collaboration & Support

• Assist in developing pitch books and marketing materials for internal stakeholder presentations.
• Support the creation of procurement strategies and the development of RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs.
• Assist with the implementation, maintenance, and optimisation of procurement systems and tools.

Required Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Procurement, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in financial analysis, procurement analysis, or a related analytical role.
• Strong analytical mindset with the ability to translate operational data into actionable insights.
• Excellent communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple stakeholders and priorities across regional and functional teams.

What we offer

Generous Leave

25 days holiday, plus bank holidays. Rising with length of service.

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Provided by Health Assured - 24/7 support for your mental health and wellbeing.

Employee Discounts

Discounts on car rental across Avis Budget Group (including Zipcar).

Pension Contribution

Company pension plan to help secure your future.

Friends and Family Discount

Special rates for your loved ones.

Onsite Amenities

Bracknell HQ offers free parking and access to a small onsite gym.

Bracknell

Bracknell Forest

United Kingdom