Procurement Analyst

-; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Liverpool is seeking a Procurement Analyst to join their External Partnering & Procurement team. This role offers the chance to develop your commercial skills by assisting in the procurement process while learning from experienced professionals in a supportive environment. The ideal candidate will be a recent graduate with a strong interest in procurement and excellent analytical skills.

Benefits

Flexible, hybrid working model

Inclusive culture

£250 flexible benefits allowance

27 days holiday + bank holidays

Udemy learning access

Bonus potential

Discount on products

Matched pension up to 6%

Qualifications

• Strong interest in procurement, supply chain, or commercial roles.
• Ability to interpret data and identify opportunities.
• Self-motivated and proactive in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the procurement of non-merchandise suppliers.
• Help draft and manage agreements with stakeholders.
• Collate data and produce reports on cost savings and supplier performance.
• Work with various teams to support their procurement needs.
• Gain exposure to negotiations and supplier management.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Confident communicator

Great organisational skills

Eager to learn

Education

Recent graduate or equivalent experience

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Jira

Job description

About us

We are The Very Group and we're here to help families get more out of life. We know that our customers work hard for their families and have a lot to balance in their busy lives. That's why we combine amazing brands and products with flexible payment options on Very.co.uk to help them say yes to the things they love. We're just as passionate about helping our people get more out of life too; building careers with real growth, a sense of purpose, belonging and wellbeing.

About the Role

Ready to kick-start your career in procurement and make a real impact in a fast-paced, innovative business? We're looking for an ambitious and analytical Procurement Analyst to join our External Partnering & Procurement (EP&P) team. This is an exciting opportunity to learn from experienced professionals, develop your commercial skills, and play a key role in sourcing the services and solutions that keep our business moving.

What you'll be doing:

• Support smart sourcing: Assist with the procurement of non‑merchandise suppliers, ensuring we achieve the best value and manage risk effectively.
• Get hands‑on with contracts: Help draft and manage agreements, working closely with Legal and other teams to ensure compliance.
• Analyse and report: Collate data, track performance against targets, and produce reports on cost savings, supplier performance, and payment terms.
• Build relationships: Work with stakeholders across the business to understand their needs and support them in getting the best outcomes.
• Learn and grow: Gain exposure to negotiations, supplier management, and strategic sourcing in a supportive, collaborative environment.

About you

• A recent graduate (or equivalent experience) with a strong interest in procurement, supply chain, or commercial roles.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and spot opportunities.
• Confident communicator with great organisational skills.
• Comfortable working with Excel and PowerPoint; experience with tools like Jira is a bonus.
• Self‑motivated, proactive, and eager to learn in a fast‑paced environment.
• Commercially aware and excited to develop your skills in cost and cash control.

Some of our benefits

• Flexible, hybrid working model
• Inclusive culture and environment, check out our Glassdoor reviews
• £250 flexible benefits allowance to suit your needs
• 27 days holiday + bank holidays
• Udemy learning access
• Bonus potential (performance and business‑related)
• Up to 25% discount on Very.co.uk
• Matched pension up to 6%
• More benefits can be found on our career site

How to apply

Please note that the talent acquisition team are managing this vacancy directly, and if successful in securing this role, you will be required to undertake a credit, CIFAS, Right to Work checks and if a specific requirement of your role a DBS (criminal records) check. Should your application progress we require you to let the team know if there is anything you need to disclose in relation to any of these checks prior to them being undertaken, including any unspent criminal convictions.

What happens next?

Our talent acquisition team will be in touch if you're successful so keep an eye on your emails! We'll arrange a short call to learn more about you, as well as answer any questions you have. If it feels like we're a good match, we'll share your CV with the hiring manager to review. Our interview process is tailored to each role and can be in‑person or held remotely.

• 1st stage – An informal 30-45 minute video call with the hiring team to discuss your skills and relevant experience. This is a great opportunity to find out more about the role and to ask any questions you may have.
• 2nd stage – A one‑hour formal competency‑based interview. This will be held in‑person at our Liverpool office.

Please do let us know if you require any reasonable adjustments.

If you'd like to know more about our interviews, you can find out here.

Equal opportunities

We're an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, colour, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.