Procurement Analyst
Lineage - Heywood, England
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IntroductionLineage is the world’s largest and most innovative provider of temperature-controlled logistics solutions with more than 22,000 employees across over 400 locations and spanning 20 countries across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and South America. Working at Lineage is an opportunity to innovate and put your mark on how food moves from the farm to dinner tables around the world. The roleWe are looking for a Procurement Analyst Associate to join our growing European team with ideal location at our Heywood office. This role will have a European reach and cover all procurement across the region. You will be reporting directly to the Senior Procurement Manager and working as part of a European team. This is a role that would suit someone that understands the procurement process and is eager to learn more. Full support and training will be given. We have a flexible environment with good opportunities to work from home one or two days per week.Responsibilities:Managing day to day procurement queries and support Managers across the business with any issuesPrepare, submit, evaluate, and manage RFP processWorking with suppliers, support them with queries and help to on-board new suppliersNegotiate and administer new or expiring supplier agreements and contractsSource vendors of equipment and supplies and assess them to determine strategic alignment with organization, as well product/service availability and terms of salesPrepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment and process invoicesAnalyze historical spend data to identify new ways to reduce costs and improve qualityWorking in Smart sheetsSetting up catalog’s in the system using Workday strategic sourcingWorking with the business to understand what they need from suppliersWho we’re looking for:Ideal candidate understands the procurement process and would like to learn more and develop his/her skills into a career in procurement. Is someone that finds new technology easy to work with and have experience in Smart sheets or google docs. You will be data-driven and use business analytics to understand and continuously optimize sourcing activities.We are looking for a service minded Procurement Analyst Associate that enjoys working on changing priorities and can work on multiple sites building great relationships. Working as part of a global company you will work with a broad range of stakeholders, working together to achieve the best results.Essential requirements:Previous experience in procurement or similar role would be beneficial but you can equally be someone that has recently graduated or is early in their careerStrong computer skills including Microsoft OfficePrevious experience in Workday Strategic sourcing or other procurement systems would be beneficialAbility to manage and analyze dataExcellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate complex information and respond to questions clearlyFluent in EnglishNatural curiosity along with a high degree of enthusiasm and commitmentSound judgment and decision making, considering relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate oneCommitment to providing outstanding customer service to field and functional partnersWhat's in it for me?Annual salary up to £34,000 depending of previous experience28 days holiday (including bank holidays), the opportunity to earn additional holidays each year up to an extra week after 5 years.Purchased holidays – purchase up to an extra week holidayHybrid workingSocial environment with a team who like to support each other to achieve goals, with recognition schemes and shared spaces to enjoy lunch and rest breaks togetherSupport your emotional well-being with access to a 24/7 employee assistance phone line offering confidential free counselling and advicePreferential rates for loans and savings offered through exclusive access to a credit unionRefer new employees and get generous financial reward through our referral schemeLineage is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and is committed to compliance with all federal, state, and local laws that prohibit workplace discrimination and unlawful harassment and retaliation. Lineage will not discriminate against any applicant on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, religion, physical or mental disability or any other protected status under federal, state and local law.ident you will excel with us.
Created: 2025-07-21