Procurement Associate

Available

Start Date:

September 2026

This is an entry-level role for new graduates, based in our London office and reporting to one of our Procurement Category Managers. Sitting within the global Procurement & Finance function, and working closely with senior stakeholders across the business, you will be involved in the management of tail spend across all procurement categories while supporting the Procurement Category Managers on strategic projects from time to time.

• Stakeholder Management:
  Collaborating with (and challenging when appropriate) stakeholders from all departments and offices to ensure optimal buying and supplier management.
• Cost Analysis and Supplier Negotiation:
  Analysing supplier quotations considering business requirements, proposing ways to optimise the purchases, and negotiating these with suppliers.
• Supplier Onboarding:
  Ensuring suppliers meet all necessary conditions to work with (e.g. Know Your Supplier and Data Security), and implementing contracts.
• Procurement Administration:
  Performing administrative tasks on various procurement resources, including the procurement system and supplier folders.

The position offers the opportunity to take on responsibility in your role, and with time, the chance to progress within the team, and receive full support with your CIPS qualification.

• Organisation and Adaptability:
  You have excellent planning and organisational skills, and are open to adjusting your approach and workflows to meet evolving organisational needs in a changeable environment.
• Interpersonal
  
  Skills:
  
  You have excellent verbal and written communication that confidently and clearly conveys your message to suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Analytical and Commercial Mindset:
  You have a keen eye for detail, the ability to use data (proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets), and an eagerness to understand and challenge suppliers’ commercial models.
• Prior
  
  Experience:
  
  You’ve gained hands-on experience from a structured internship or placement in (for example) Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance or Analytics.
• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s Degree (obtained by the role start date) and English proficiency.

• High level of autonomy and ownership of the role from day one.
• A team-oriented, highly supportive culture emphasizing transparency, continuous feedback, professional development, and celebrating wins.

• Total first-year compensation is £34,000.
• 4% matched pension contribution on qualified earnings.
• Comprehensive private health insurance coverage and dental insurance.
• 25 vacation days, 8 bank holidays, and business closure over the Christmas break.
• Option to WFH Thursday & Friday.
• State-of-the-art office with amenities in the City of London.

Alpha Sights is an equal-opportunity employer. Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position.