Procurement Analyst in Edinburgh

Energy Jobline ZR; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy services provider in the City of Edinburgh is seeking a Procurement Analyst to join its team on a permanent basis. The successful candidate will develop actionable data-driven solutions and ensure reliable data sources to support analysis work. Strong analytical skills and experience in procurement within construction are required. The role offers a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)

Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary

Employee discount shopping schemes

Gym membership discounts

Cycle to work scheme

Holiday purchase scheme

Corporate social responsibility days

Learning opportunities and support programmes

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a procurement, commercial, or analytical role within construction or a related industry.
• Strong numerical and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop data-driven solutions delivering quantifiable benefits.
• Work with business to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
• Research industry techniques to maintain competitive edge.

Skills

Analytical skills

Excel skills

Power BI skills

Power Automate skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

Degree in Business, Supply Chain, or Construction Management

CIPS Level 3 or higher (or working towards)

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Evision

Job description

Job Description

Equans is looking for a Procurement Analyst to join our team on a permanent basis. This is a full‑time role, with a competitive salary, company vehicle and benefits package.

General Overview

The role of the Business Data Analyst is to design and develop analytics solutions across the P&C division. The solutions and services provided will require swift, data‑driven solutions to urgent problems with accuracy, covering delivery to multiple business functions across a full range of service lines. The output must be easily understood.

As a subject‑matter expert, part of the role will also be increasing the overall analytics capability within P&C, driving best practice in ways of working and assisting others with the use of technology.

What will you deliver?

This is an important role for the P&C Procurement Function – key to the wider Business Financial performance. Reporting to a Head of Procurement, this role is specifically responsible for:

• Develop and design actionable data‑driven solutions delivering quantifiable benefits to the business.
• Have a clear vision for how solutions will deliver benefit, taking stakeholders on a journey and aligning the solution development to a "to‑be" process that ensures value is captured in reality.
• Work with the business to ensure data sources are accurate and reliable in order to support analysis work.
• Help the business understand what data will be used for and advise on system requirements for the future.
• Research techniques and methods being used within the industry to ensure the business keeps pace with developments in data science.

What can we offer you?

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays)
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers
• Gym membership discounts
• Cycle to work scheme
• Holiday purchase scheme
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalised support programmes
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme
• Access to our growing employee networks including WiE (Women in Equans), RISE (BAME), LGBTQI+, Working Parents, YPN (Person Network) and our Network
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to a mental wellbeing app

Who are we looking for?

Essential

• Proven experience in a procurement, commercial, or analytical role within construction or a related industry.
• Strong numerical, analytical, Excel/data, Power BI & Power Automate and PowerPoint reporting skills.
• Knowledge of procurement principles, tendering, and supplier management processes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong organisational and problem‑solving ability with attention to detail.

Desirable

• CIPS Level 3 or higher (or working towards).
• Experience with procurement or ERP systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, Evision).
• Degree or equivalent qualification in Business, Supply Chain, or Construction Management.
• Knowledge of relevant UK construction procurement regulations and frameworks.

Who are we?

Equans is a world leader in energy services with nearly 100,000 employees working in more than 50 countries, with an annual turnover of over 17 billion euros.

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of technical, FM, regeneration and energy services – with specialist capabilities in smart buildings, green mobility, district & embedded energy and decentralised renewables.

Equans’ 13,500 UK & Ireland employees combine these activities to help businesses, public sector organisations and government embrace the energy transition towards net zero, and also the digital & industrial transitions that are redesigning the way we move, work and live.

Equans is a Bouygues group company.

What's next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. We do not offer a relocation package with this role. Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check.

We are committed to delivering a culture where everyone's voice is heard and supported. We value a diverse workforce and support a welcoming workplace where you can be your true self.

You must apply through our Resourcing Team – please do not contact Equans Managers directly.

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