The role of the Procurement Excellence Analyst is to provide reliable and efficient administrative and analytical support to the Procurement Manager, Global Network Operations, and Pooling teams. This role ensures the smooth execution of procurement processes, supplier communication, and the delivery of continuous improvements in line with Unilode’s values and competencies. 

Key Responsibilities and Mapped Competencies:

Maintaining Smooth Procurement Operations:

Ensures Accountability, Drives Results

• Support the overall purchasing process, including tactical procurement for ad-hoc requests like ULD, nets, and consumables. 
• Maintain daily communication with external suppliers to ensure timely order distribution. 
• Track outstanding orders and ensure compliance with Supply contracts. 
• Convert requisitions for ULD and associated products into purchase orders. 
• Adhere to Purchasing Policies, delegation of authority, and segregation of duties. 

Providing Relevant Supply and Demand Analysis:

Business Insight, Action-Oriented

• Conduct sourcing activities, including investigating potential suppliers and assisting with market and spend analysis. 
• Prepare inquiries, summarize quotations, negotiate with suppliers, and finalize contract awards. 
• Consolidate technical and economic information to conduct ULD TCO measurements and analysis. 

Maintaining Effective Supplier Communication:

Collaborate, Customer Focus

• Respond to purchase order inquiries from external stakeholders. 
• Manage regular and ad hoc communications with the supplier base. 
• Represent Procurement in Site Management meetings as required. 

Supporting Continuous Improvement and Reporting:

Drives Results, Courage

• Update the ULD production pipeline with the latest figures and changes. 
• Produce and maintain monthly KPIs for the Procurement department. 
• Identify and propose improvement opportunities while resolving P2P issues. 
• Address supplier-related issues and support preventive actions. 

Additional Responsibilities:

Collaborate, Ensures Accountability

• Assist with the duties of other Procurement Team Members as required. 
• Undertake additional tasks and responsibilities as assigned. 

Our Values in Action:

• Be Humble and Curious: Continuously seek improvement opportunities in procurement processes. 
• Inspire, Empower, and Prosper: Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to achieve goals. 
• Team up to be Better: Foster effective relationships with colleagues, suppliers, and customers. 
• Be Passionate about our Customers: Deliver high-quality procurement services that support operational excellence. 
• Be Eager to Win: Strive to enhance procurement strategies and outcomes. 
• Take Ownership and Get Stuff Done: Ensure timely and accurate execution of procurement activities. 
• Build a Better Future: Contribute to sustainable procurement practices. 

The Small Print:

This role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks in a fastpaced environment. Excellent communication skills and ethical behaviour are essential for success. 

This is an overview of the role’s scope and its alignment with Unilode’s competencies and values. It is not an exhaustive list of responsibilities but serves as a guide to the key expectations and contributions of the position. Flexibility may be required to adapt to business needs. 

We are an Equal Opportunities Employer and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. 

Skills and Experience Required:

• Preferred university degree or equivalent in engineering, economics, finance, or business-related studies. 
• Supply chain/procurement experience (aviation experience desirable). 
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.