About this role
<p><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif"><strong>Summary</strong></span><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Working within the Group Procurement & Contracts team</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Based at Manchester Airport</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Hybrid working (3 days in the office, 2 days from home)</span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Full time, permanent role</span><br><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt">About MAG</span><br><br></strong>At MAG we provide the airport facilities and travel services that people need to connect with the world. As the largest UK owned airport operator, we serve over 60 million passengers a year from Manchester, London Stansted, and East Midlands Airports. With over 270 destinations across the globe, our businesses not only bring people together but also support the prosperity of the regions in which we operate.</span><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">Sustainability is one of our core values, and it shapes everything we do. We're committed to protecting the environment and supporting our local communities. Our programmes include airport and airline decarbonisation, comprehensive education, skills and employment support and community engagement initiatives including volunteering opportunities.</span><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">At MAG, we recognise creating a first-class journey for our customers starts by creating a first-class career journey for our colleagues and we are committed to building inclusive environments in which our people can thrive. You’ll also have access to some great benefits including:</span><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Flexible and generous company pension plan with various company contribution options (up to 10%) that you can change to suit your personal needs </span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• 24 days holiday plus bank holidays </span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Free parking </span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Subsidised public transport </span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Huge range of company discounts </span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• 2 volunteering days per year </span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Free Virtual GP service, available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week </span><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">• Care Concierge service</span><br><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif"><strong><span style="font-size:14.0pt">About The Role</span><br><br></strong>The Procurement Systems Analyst is responsible for supporting and developing the procurement systems landscape, including SAP Ariba upstream and downstream modules. The role holder will be responsible for system administration, continuous improvement, and enhancing functionality to meet the needs of the Group Procurement & Contracts team. </span><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">Working across teams in Procurement, Finance, the CoE, and a diverse range of suppliers, you will support the delivery of the buying route strategy whilst maximising the functionality of existing P&C systems. You will also provide application support and troubleshooting for internal users and suppliers, alongside contributing to the development of training materials to ensure effective system use.</span><br><br><br><span style="font-size:14.0pt;font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif"><strong>What Will Make You Successful</strong></span><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">The successful candidate will have a background in procurement and be a proactive problem-solver, with the ability to understand challenges and apply technical knowledge to develop effective solutions. They will be confident translating procurement needs into system improvements and simplifying complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. Strong communication and relationship-building skills are essential, enabling the successful candidate to work effectively with colleagues at all levels, including senior management. </span><br><br><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif">The successful candidate will also bring excellent IT skills, including proficiency in SAP Ariba upstream and downstream modules, Microsoft Office and SharePoint, alongside a flexible and adaptable approach to communicating ideas clearly and effectively. Experience in data and reporting would be beneficial, but it is not essential. </span><br><br><br></p><p><span style="font-size:14.0pt"><span style="font-family:Trebuchet MS, Helvetica, sans-serif"><strong>Equal Opportunities & Reasonable Adjustments</strong></span></span></p> <p> </p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We’re building something brilliant at MAG: a diverse team of Journey Makers who share our values and want to make a difference. We’re on a mission to be number one in our industry, and that takes talent in all its forms. With so many exciting roles across our airports and businesses, there’s space for your unique strengths to shine.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">Whether this is your first role or your next big step, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t think you tick every box. What matters most is what you bring.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">We’re proud to be a Disability Confident employer. If you need any adjustments to support your application or interview, just let us know. We’re committed to helping you perform at your best.</span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt"> </span></p> <p><span style="font-family:'trebuchet ms', geneva, sans-serif;font-size:10.0pt">At MAG, every journey matters. Our Colleague Communities play a big part in that: Women’s Network, Embrace (Race & Ethnicity), Fly with Pride (LGBTQIA+), Mind Matters (Mental Health), PACT (Parents & Carers), RespectABILITY (Disability & Neurodiversity), and the CAVU Global ID&E Affinity Group.</span></p>