Purchasing Analyst

Verizon; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon Services Ireland’s Centre of Excellence is seeking a Procurement Analyst to contribute to meaningful procurement projects and learn across practice areas. You will oversee end-to-end PO creation, partner with engineers, planners, and vendors, and ensure compliant and efficient purchasing processes in a fast-paced environment.

The role supports hybrid work, requires a bachelor’s degree in business or related field with strong analytical and interpersonal skills, and a proven ability to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or related field, or relevant experience.
• Willingness to work virtually and in-person, and to attend company events.
• Experience in a business or related field and/or a project portfolio that supports.

Responsibilities

• Overseeing end-to-end purchase order creation and maintenance across assigned groups in 1ERP.
• Partnering directly with internal engineers, planners, sourcing leads, and key external vendors to answer queries, validate order requests and resolve any issues.
• Managing PR-to-PO conversions to ensure seamless supply chain flow and eliminate shipping or invoice delays.
• Maintaining strict audit and SOX compliance across all purchasing groups, ensuring proper segregation of duties and closing gaps in commercial ownership.
• Monitoring 3-way matching controls and working closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoicing issues and payment blocks.
• Serving as an operational point of contact for internal business partners, planners, and Sourcing Leads regarding procurement workflows, system capabilities, and compliance policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Team player

Self-starter

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

Master’s degree (nice-to-have)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

ERP systems

Job description

When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people live, work and play by connecting them to what brings them joy. We do what we love — driving innovation, creativity, and impact in the world. Our V Team is a community of people who anticipate, lead, and believe that listening is where learning begins. In crisis and in celebration, we come together — lifting our communities and building trust in how we show up, everywhere & always. Want in? Join the #VTeamLife.

We're excited to announce an incredible opportunity for an experienced and passionate professional to join Verizon as a Procurement Analyst. As a Procurement Analyst with Verizon Services Ireland’s Centre of Excellence you’ll be working with some of the best professionals in the supply chain field. Right from the start you’ll contribute to meaningful projects in the department and will be exposed to a variety of work assignments from different practice areas. Additionally, you will be able to participate in many different kinds of learning experiences.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong eagerness to learn about operational procurement methodologies, excellent analytical skills, and a proven track record of success in a fast-paced environment. This role requires a high level of attention to detail, strong organisational skills, and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively. You are self-driven, great at networking and an absolute team player. You are adaptable and thrive in a changing and dynamic environment and can work with diverse individuals collaboratively. You will also be an excellent relationship builder with good interpersonal skills. You’re a motivated self-starter. Never satisfied with the status quo, you’re always trying to beat a personal best. You thrive in a fast-paced environment where new challenges come up every day. You are flexible, dependable, and work well in varying environments. Learning quickly is personally rewarding and inspires you to take smart risks. You want to make an impact in your community and your company.

What You Will Be Doing

• Overseeing end-to-end purchase order creation and maintenance across assigned purchasing groups in 1ERP, managing high-volume, high-value orders.
• Partnering directly with internal engineers, planners, sourcing leads, and key external vendors to answer queries, validate order requests and resolve any issues.
• Managing PR-to-PO conversions to ensure seamless supply chain flow and eliminate shipping or invoice delays.
• Maintaining strict audit and SOX compliance across all purchasing groups, ensuring proper segregation of duties and closing gaps in commercial ownership.
• Monitoring 3-way matching controls and working closely with Accounts Payable to resolve invoicing issues and payment blocks.
• Serving as an operational point of contact for internal business partners, planners, and Sourcing Leads regarding procurement workflows, system capabilities, and compliance policies.

You’ll Need To Have

• A Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or related field, or relevant experience.
• Willingness to work virtually and in-person, and to attend company events.
• Experience in a business or related field and / or a project portfolio that supports.
• To be considered for this role, applicants must already hold a valid right to work in Ireland. We are currently unable to support employment permit sponsorship.

Even better if you have one or more of the following:

• Master’s degree or related work experience.
• Experience in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Exposure to enterprise software or related enterprise systems (ERP’s).
• Demonstrated strong verbal, written, communication and presentation skills.
• Demonstrated independent thinking, relationship and project management, and attention to detail.
• Analytical and leadership skills.

Where You'll Be Working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

Diversity And Inclusion

We’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Verizon, we know that diversity makes us stronger. We are committed to a collaborative, inclusive environment that encourages authenticity and fosters a sense of belonging. We strive for everyone to feel valued, connected, and empowered to reach their potential and contribute their best. Check out our diversity and inclusion page to learn more.

If Verizon and this role sound like a fit for you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every “even better” qualification listed above.

Where you’ll be working

In this hybrid role, you'll have a defined work location that includes work from home and assigned office days set by your manager.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

37.5

Equal Employment Opportunity

Verizon is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, gender, disability or any other legally protected characteristics.