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.
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
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
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)
For over 170 years, Smiths Group has been pioneering progress by engineering a better future. We serve millions of people every year, to help make the world safer, more energy efficient and productive, and better connected, across four global markets: Energy, General Industrial, Safety & Security, and Aerospace & Defence.
Listed on the London Stock Exchange, Smiths employs more than 15,000 colleagues in over 50 countries. For more information visit www.smiths.com.
We're looking for people with curious minds. Who want responsibility and relish a challenge. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting out, our global scale and focus on growth means we have some great career opportunities for you. There's never been a better time to join Smiths.
