Procurement Operations Analyst

Associated Banc‑Corp; Wisconsin; Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Pension plan

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Associated Bank is seeking a Procurement Operations Analyst in Wisconsin to support day-to-day purchasing by processing transactions, maintaining supplier data, and guiding colleagues through procurement processes. The role may be filled as Analyst or Senior with selection based on experience.

The candidate will handle requisitions, POs, and supplier data within ERP systems, ensure accuracy and policy compliance, and contribute to process improvements across the team.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Job description

At Associated Bank we strive to create an inclusive culture where different perspectives are valued and recognised 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.

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 Bank provides additional assistance throughout the application, interview and hiring process. Please contact [e-mail] if you need an accommodation at any time during the process. 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 is Pay 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

At Associated Bank, our purpose is to uplift our customers, community and colleagues to be financially stronger. We do this through our relentless focus on people, with a winning spirit, by listening before we act and with a commitment to achieve together.

What does it mean to be #RootedHere? For us, it means having a career that grows with you. We think you'll like the opportunities available at Associated Bank.