Procurement Analyst

Job Description: Procurement Analyst Salary: From £40,000 Location status: Hybrid Working – 2 days in the office a week Location: Bupa Place, Manchester Role Type: Fixed Term Contract – 12 months Hours: 37.5 hours per week We make health happen At Bupa, we're helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives. To do that, we rely on a strong network of suppliers who support the services we provide to our customers and colleagues. As a Procurement Analys t , you'll play an important role in helping us understand and manage supplier risk. You'll support the processes that help ensure our suppliers meet regulatory requirements, follow our standards and continue to deliver the services we depend on. Working as part of our Procurement team, you'll collaborate with colleagues across the business to maintain robust supplier oversight, improve assurance processes and help protect Bupa from supply chain risks. This is a great opportunity to develop your expertise in supplier assurance, governance and compliance while contributing to a function that has a real impact across the organisation. Key Responsibilities Manage and support supplier segmentation activities, ensuring suppliers are assessed correctly and in line with business and regulatory requirements Maintain supplier records and supporting evidence to ensure accurate governance and oversight Support supplier due diligence activities, including issuing questionnaires, monitoring progress and tracking responses Work with subject matter experts to review and improve due diligence requirements and question sets Monitor and report on due diligence activity, progress and completion rates Help manage the supplier assurance programme and annual audit roadmap Coordinate supplier audits, working with internal stakeholders, Supplier Relationship Managers and external auditors Track audit findings, monitor remediation actions and maintain accurate reporting Support the delivery of training and guidance across the Procurement function Help ensure Bupa remains compliant with regulatory requirements and internal supplier management standards Contribute to continuous improvement activities that strengthen supplier assurance processes and controls What We're Looking For Experience working within supplier assurance, supplier management, procurement, risk, compliance or audit environments Understanding of supplier assurance frameworks, governance processes or audit activities Knowledge of supply chain processes and supplier risk management principles An organised approach with strong attention to detail Good communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams Strong customer service mindset and a collaborative approach Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities Interest in continuous improvement and finding more efficient ways of working Benefits Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our…