Procurement Analyst - Operational Procurement

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Procurement Analyst - Operational Procurement, Bedford

Client:

GKN Aerospace

Location:

Bedford, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

00c49f29af96

Job Views:

8

Posted:

24.04.2025

Expiry Date:

08.06.2025

Job Description:

Fantastic challenges. Amazing opportunities.

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity set the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries, we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.

Role Purpose

Responsible for the research, provision, and analysis of data used to inform Category Sourcing Strategies and tactical procurement arrangements including spend data, market data, supplier and supply chain data, product data, service data, and trends.

Job Responsibilities

• Research, analyse, and provide comprehensive data on all areas of site spend and procurement activity.
• Develop automation of data production to enhance decision-making and Sourcing Strategy processes.
• Collate, manipulate, analyse, and report on data from various sources, including spend, supplier, market, economic, carbon reduction, and geographical data.
• Design, develop, and produce reports and dashboards, such as spend analysis, geographic risk, opportunities, and contract health.
• Assist with supplier engagement and gather market and economic data to identify trends and key messages.
• Maintain databases and spreadsheets, manipulate large data sets, and produce reports using charts, tables, and dashboards.

Person Specification

• Degree in Mathematics, Economics, Physics, or related fields.
• Ability to analyse, model, and interpret data.
• High mathematical ability.
• Proficiency with MS Excel, databases, and MS Office Suite.
• Problem-solving skills.
• Methodical and logical approach.
• Ability to plan work and meet deadlines.
• Accuracy and attention to detail.
• Interpersonal and communication skills.
• SAP experience.
• Knowledge of Category Management and Project Management.
• Stakeholder Management skills.

Travel Requirements

• Occasional regional travel.

We offer fantastic challenges and opportunities. Join an organization at the forefront of aerospace innovation, committed to pushing boundaries and supporting your growth through excellent training. Discover how far you can go with us.

A Great Place to work needs a Great Way of Working

Everyone is welcome to apply at GKN. We believe in diversity, inclusion, and belonging, fostering a culture where everyone can contribute. We are committed to accessible recruitment processes; please contact us for reasonable adjustments during recruitment.

We are the place where human dreams and endeavour shape the future of aerospace innovation and technology.