Procurement Associate 2026

Associate, Procurement

Available Start Date: September 2026.

About This Role

This is an entry-level role for fresh 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.

What You Will Do

• 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.

Requirements

• Organisation and Adaptability: Excellent planning and organisational skills, open to adjusting your approach and workflows to meet evolving organisational needs in a fast‑paced environment.
• Interpersonal Skills: Strong verbal and written communication; conveys your message to suppliers and internal stakeholders confidently and clearly.
• Analytical and Commercial Mindset: Keen eye for detail; ability to use data (proficiency in Excel/Google Sheets); eagerness to understand and challenge suppliers’ commercial models.
• Prior Experience: Hands‑on experience from a structured internship or placement in Procurement, Supply Chain, Finance or Analytics.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree (obtained by the role start date) and English proficiency.

What You Can Expect

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

Compensation And Benefits

• 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.

AlphaSights is an equal‑opportunity employer. Please note that we are unable to sponsor visas for this position.

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