Procurement Analyst

Job Summary
Company:
Academy Music Group

Department:
Finance

Location:
Brixton, London

Reports to:
Finance & Commercial Director

Working Hours:
Full time

Contract Type:
Fixed term contract, 6 months

Role Description
We are seeking a commercially focused analyst with experience in building construction and maintenance procurement to lead a comprehensive review of supplier arrangements and associated costs. This role will be pivotal in identifying opportunities for cost savings, improved supplier value, and operational efficiency — particularly across facilities, capital works, and maintenance contracts.

The successful candidate must be confident engaging with senior stakeholders, technical teams, and suppliers. A high level of emotional intelligence, resilience, and diplomacy will be essential.

Our Venues
O2 Academy Birmingham, O2 Academy Bournemouth, O2 Academy Bristol, O2 Academy Brixton, O2 Academy Glasgow, O2 Academy Islington, O2 Academy Leeds, O2 Academy Leicester, O2 Academy Liverpool, O2 Academy Oxford, O2 Academy Sheffield, O2 Apollo Manchester, O2 City Hall Newcastle, O2 Forum Kentish Town, O2 Guildhall Southampton, O2 Institute Birmingham, O2 Ritz Manchester, O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire, O2 Victoria Warehouse Manchester, Edinburgh Corn Exchange, Utilita Arena Cardiff, O2 Apollo Manchester, O2 Guildhall Southampton.

Who You Are
Competencies / Skills / Knowledge / Experience

• Strong background in commercial analysis in a procurement setting, with a focus on construction and maintenance services.
• Experience reviewing and managing supplier contracts related to building works, M&E services and facilities management.
• Proven ability to work with diverse stakeholders, including contractors, consultants, and internal teams.
• Advanced Excel and data analysis skills; experience with procurement or CAFM systems is a plus.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently and deliver actionable insights.

Desirable

• CIPS qualification or equivalent procurement certification.
• Understanding of capital project procurement and contractor performance management.
• Experience working in building/construction and theatre environments.

Behaviours

• Confidence working with senior stakeholders
• Diplomatic, resilient and emotionally intelligent

What The Role Includes

• Conduct a full audit of current supplier contracts, with a focus on construction, maintenance, and facilities management.
• Analyse spend data across capital projects, reactive and planned maintenance, and building services.
• Benchmark supplier pricing and performance against industry standards and comparable venues.
• Engage with operational, technical, and senior stakeholders to understand service delivery and satisfaction levels.
• Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation, renegotiation, or re-tendering.
• Provide commercial recommendations to the Finance Director to improve value for money and long-term asset performance.

Deliverables

• Supplier audit report with cost breakdowns and risk assessments.
• Benchmarking analysis and market comparison for key service areas.
• Strategic recommendations report with prioritised actions.
• Presentation of findings to senior leadership, with implementation roadmap.

Equal Opportunities
We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It's talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender identity, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

The Company
Academy Music Group (AMG) is the UK's leading owner and operator of live music and entertainment venues with award-winning credentials. Several of our historic theatres are unique institutions of British music and culture and our vision is to inspire artists and audiences by hosting unforgettable live performances.

AMG is part of Live Nation Entertainment which is the world's leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts, LN Media and Artist Nation Management.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday 19th November 2025.
We reserve the right to close applications at any time so encourage early application where possible.