Procurement Operations Analyst

Associated Bank - Corp; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 56,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension

Paid time off

Stock purchase plan

Parental leave

Well-being programs

Diversity groups

Professional development

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking a Procurement Operations Analyst to manage P2P transactions, update supplier data, and ensure compliance with procurement controls. The candidate will support end users and help drive process improvements within a shared services environment.

The role offers opportunities to build expertise in procurement systems and contribute to data accuracy, reporting, and cost controls while aligning with corporate policies and guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 4+ years in procurement or related operations.
• 2+ years with ERP or procurement systems processing requisitions and POs.
• 4+ years following documented procedures to ensure accuracy and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage P2P transactions from start to finish, ensuring accuracy and policy compliance.
• Process requisitions, POs, and supplier data updates using ERP systems.
• Evaluate routine purchasing scenarios and data issues to determine solutions.

Skills

Procurement

P2P Transactions

Data Integrity

ERP Systems

Policy Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Operations, or related field

Tools

ERP Systems

Job description

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognized as strengths critical to our success. If you thrive in an environment where your growth and development are encouraged and supported, then Associated Bank may be the right place for you.

Associated Bank requires you to directly represent yourself and your own experiences during the recruiting and hiring process. Associated Bank conducts a thorough background check on all new hires.

Role Summary

The Procurement Operations Analyst supports day-to-day purchasing operations by processing transactions, maintaining supplier information, and helping colleagues navigate procurement processes. You'll ensure purchases are accurate, timely, and aligned with company policies while resolving issues and supporting efficient operations. This role offers opportunities to build expertise in procurement systems, strengthen operational skills, and contribute to process improvements.

This position can be hired as Procurement Operations Analyst or Procurement Operations Analyst Senior. We will assess applicants based on their skills and years of relevant experience.

Key Accountabilities

• Manage assigned procure-to-pay (P2P) transactions from start to finish, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with procurement policies.
• Process requisitions, purchase orders, and supplier data updates using ERP and procurement systems.
• Evaluate routine purchasing scenarios, supplier requests, and data issues to determine appropriate solutions within established guidelines.
• Maintain accurate supplier and transactional data, identifying and correcting issues that may impact compliance, reporting, or downstream processing.
• Resolve procurement exceptions by identifying root causes, addressing issues within established procedures, and escalating complex or higher-risk matters when needed.
• Support end users by providing guidance on procurement processes, system usage, and purchasing requirements.
• Identify recurring issues and process gaps, contributing ideas to improve procedures, job aids, and workflow efficiency.
• Follow procurement controls, approval requirements, and service-level expectations to support accurate and compliant purchasing operations.

Education & Experience

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Operations, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4+ years of experience performing procurement, purchasing, or operational transaction processing in a corporate or shared services environment.
• 2+ years of experience working with ERP or procurement systems to process requisitions, purchase orders, or supplier data.
• 4+ years of experience following documented procedures and controls to ensure transaction accuracy and compliance.

Preferred

• 5+ years of experience supporting procure-to-pay (P2P) operations, including guided buying or purchase order processing.
• 3+ years of experience providing frontline end-user support in an operations or service-based environment.
• 3+ years of experience working in a regulated or policy-driven environment.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At Associated Bank, you'll have the opportunity to make an impact by helping teams purchase efficiently, maintain accurate data, and follow effective procurement practices. You'll work with colleagues across the organization, develop your procurement and operational expertise, and contribute to improvements that make everyday processes easier and more reliable.

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified parties, including but not limited to people returning to the workforce, people with disabilities, those without a college degree, and veterans or those with military experience.

In addition to core traditional benefits, we take pride in offering benefits for every stage of life.

• Retirement savings including both 401(k) and Pension plans.
• Paid time off to volunteer in your community.
• Opportunities to connect with others through our diversity-focusedColleague Resource Groups.
• Competitive salaries with professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Bonus benefits including well-being programs and incentives, parental leave, anemployee stock purchase plan, military benefits and much more.
• Personal banking, loan, investmentand insurance benefits.

Associated Bank serves more than 120 communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Minnesota, and Missouri and we consider our colleagues critical to our continued success. See why our colleagues continually vote us a best place to work in the Midwest.

Compliance Statement

Associated Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We support a work environment where colleagues are respected and given the opportunity to perform to their fullest potential. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.

Fully complies with all applicable enterprise policies and procedures. Acts in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations as outlined in training materials, including but not limited to Bank Secrecy Act. Responsible for reporting suspicious activity to Financial Intelligence. Responsible to report all customer complaints as prescribed and procedure violations to management or HR.

Responsible to report ethical concerns as needed to Associated Bank's anonymous Ethics Hotline.

Associated Banc-Corp participates in the E-Verify Program. E-Verify Notice English or Spanish. Know Your Right to Work English or Spanish.

Associated Bank isPay Transparency compliant.

The pay range represents anticipated base pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, work location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role.

For certain positions, total compensation may also include incentive, commission, or bonus opportunities not reflected in the posted base pay range.

$56,280.00 - $96,480.00 per year