Procurement Analyst

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Procurement Analyst to join a well-established commercial organisation on a 9-month interim contract. Based in Milton Keynes, this hybrid role offers the chance to work within a dynamic procurement function, delivering critical spend analysis, reporting, and insights that support strategic business decisions.This position is ideal for a data-driven procurement professional who enjoys turning complex information into actionable commercial recommendations. Your new role As Procurement Analyst, you will play a key role in supporting procurement and commercial teams through robust analysis, reporting, and supplier performance insights.Key responsibilities include: • Producing spend analysis, procurement dashboards, KPI reporting, and management information • Identifying cost-saving opportunities, supplier trends, and procurement risks through data analysis • Supporting sourcing and category management initiatives with market and spend insights • Maintaining procurement data, supplier records, and reporting accuracy • Developing reports and presentations for procurement and senior stakeholders • Monitoring supplier performance and contract compliance metrics • Supporting continuous improvement initiatives across procurement processes and systems • Collaborating with stakeholders across finance, procurement, and operational teams What you'll need to succeedTo be successful in this role, you will have: • Previous experience in a Procurement Analyst, Procurement Support, Spend Analyst, Commercial Analyst, or Purchasing Analyst role • Advanced Excel skills, including Pivot Tables, reporting, and data manipulation • Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities • Experience working with procurement, finance, or ERP systems • Excellent attention to detail and data accuracy • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment • CIPS qualification or progression towards CIPS would be advantageous What you'll get in return • Competitive day rate or salary equivalent • 9-month interim contract with immediate impact • Hybrid working with 1-2 days per week in the Milton Keynes office • Opportunity to work on high-profile procurement and commercial initiatives • Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic decision-making • Collaborative and supportive working environment Apply now If you're a talented Procurement Analyst looking for your next interim opportunity and have a passion for procurement data, spend analysis, and commercial insight, we'd love to hear from you. Hays EA is a trading division of Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited and acts as an employment agency for permanent recruitment and employment business for the supply of temporary workers. By applying for this job you accept the T&C's, Privacy Policy and Disclaimers which can be found at hays.co.uk