Purchasing Analyst at Verizon

Verizon; Limerick; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Verizon in Limerick, Ireland is seeking a Purchasing Analyst to join the Centre of Excellence in procurement analytics. This full-time, on-site role offers meaningful projects across the supply chain and ongoing opportunities for career growth.

You'll oversee end-to-end PO creation, collaborate with engineers and vendors, and help ensure SOX-compliant processes while maintaining high accuracy and timely execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain, or related field.
• Willingness to work virtually and in-person, attend company events.
• Experience in business or related field and/or project portfolio.
• Must already have right to work in Ireland; no sponsorship.
• Master's degree or related work experience preferred.
• Experience in Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite.
• Exposure to enterprise software or related ERP systems.
• Strong verbal, written, and presentation skills.
• Independent thinking, relationship and project management, attention to detail.
• Analytical and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end PO creation and maintenance in 1ERP for high-volume orders.
• Collaborate with engineers, planners, sourcing leads, and vendors to resolve queries.
• Manage PR-to-PO conversions to ensure smooth supply chain and avoid delays.
• Maintain SOX/compliance and proper segregation of duties across groups.
• Monitor 3-way matching and coordinate with Accounts Payable on invoicing.
• Act as procurement liaison for internal partners on workflows and policies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Team player

Self-starter

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in business or supply chain

Master's degree or related experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Google Suite

ERP systems

1ERP

Job description

Purchasing Analyst at Verizon in Limerick, LK, IE. This Full time on site position offers great opportunities for career growth.

What you’ll be doing...

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.

What we’re looking for...

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.

Requirements:

• 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 (ERPs).
• 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. Limerick, LK, IE.

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.

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.