Procurement Systems Analyst

Company Description

Every minute of every day, Smiths Detection’s threat detection and security screening technology helps to protect people and infrastructure, making the world a safer place. 

Smiths Detection is a global leader in the development, manufacture and management of security and detection solutions designed to make the world a safer place. Our technology provides threat detection and screening solutions for customers in our key markets: aviation, ports and borders, defence, and urban security.

Our expertise spans 21 global offices, seven manufacturing sites and five R&D centres, with a global network of 3,000 dedicated colleagues contributing towards over 40 years at the frontline of advances in safety and security.  

This results in careers built on variety and the opportunity to work on a range of state-of-the-art solutions, where you can develop your knowledge and experience every day.

Job Description

We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Procurement Systems Analyst to join our global procurement team on a 9-month maternity cover contract.

In this role, you will be at the heart of our procurement ecosystem—driving system efficiency, enabling data-driven decisions, and supporting global stakeholders. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys working with systems, data, and cross-functional teams to create meaningful impact in a fast-paced, international environment.

Role & Responsibilities

• Manage user access, training, and issue resolution across procurement systems such as Orbis, EcoVadis, Savings Tracker, Power BI, HighQ, SharePoint, Teams, and others

• Create easy-to-understand training materials and videos to support system users

• Work closely with the global procurement team to improve how systems are used and add value

• Track market trends and commodity data to support the Material Market Tracker (MMT) and provide insights to category teams

• Manage Purchase Price Variance (PPV) activities in SAP, including approvals and base price updates

• Maintain and update Power BI dashboards for procurement and supplier KPIs

• Act as the point of contact for savings tracking, ensuring data is accurate, complete, and up to date

• Support SAP enhancements by gathering requirements, coordinating changes, and handling user testing

• Maintain spend classification data to support better analysis and category strategy

• Support digital procurement initiatives, including work on eProcurement tools (such as Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua) or improving existing systems

• Prepare monthly reports and presentations for leadership

• Provide ad-hoc reporting and analysis using tools like Angles for SAP

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, or a related field

• 7–10 years of experience in procurement systems, analytics, or supply chain in a global organization

• Good understanding of procurement and Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes

• Strong knowledge of SAP (MM, PP, FI/CO) and basic understanding of SAP data

• Experience with Power BI, including building dashboards and data models

• Advanced skills in Excel and good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, SharePoint, and Teams

• Experience with eProcurement systems (e.g., Coupa, Ariba, Ivalua) is an advantage

• Good communication and presentation skills, with the ability to work in a global, multicultural environment

• Strong analytical and problem-solving mindset

• Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines

• Willingness to support European business hours when required

Additional Information

We offer…

Join us and we’ll help build your career, with excellent training and opportunities for career growth across the business, both locally and globally. You’ll experience an inclusive environment, with strong leadership and a focus on safety and wellbeing. You’ll also have the flexibility to choose from a wide range of benefits to suit your lifestyle, offering you and your family support from a health and wellbeing, financial and lifestyle perspective.

Join us and work for a world-leader, with the benefits and training to reward your dedication and skills. Be part of a team where we are making the world a safer place.

We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds are what make a company flourish. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment regardless of color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, economic status, disability, age, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are proud to be an inclusive company with values grounded in equality and ethics, where we celebrate, support, and embrace diversity.

At no time during the hiring process will Smiths Group, nor any of our recruitment partners ever request payment to enable participation – including, but not limited to, interviews or testing. Avoid fraudulent requests by applying jobs directly through our career’s website (Careers - Smiths Group plc)