Purchasing & Commercial Analyst in Ipswich

Security isn’t always the first thing that comes to mind when you think of BT, but when it comes to keeping everyone safely connected, We Are The Protectors. We deal with thousands of cyber-attacks every day, so that millions of people can safely go about their daily lives and run their businesses. We deliver vital work at scale, with real breadth and impact. We connect for good. You’ll be joining a specialist security team that is a trusted partner to governments worldwide, protecting critical national infrastructure and committed to the safety and security of our nation and global communities. Our mission focused work is innovative, inspiring and technologically challenging in a way that makes every day different and stimulating. We provide the opportunity to work on rare projects, with exciting tools and brilliant people. Everyone has access to unparalleled professional and personal development opportunities and your contribution is always valued.

Why this job matters

This role plays a key part in ensuring we secure the right goods and services at the right time, cost, and quality to support both operational delivery and strategic goals. You’ll be responsible for managing purchasing activities across internal projects and external customer requirements, supporting commercial negotiations and maintaining supplier relationships to deliver value and efficiency across the business. The role also involves close collaboration with our wider Group Procurement function, ensuring alignment with BT’s broader sourcing strategies and governance frameworks. This job role can be based in Ipswich or London. Hybrid (3 days office based & 2 days remote). Monday-Friday 37.5 hours. DV Security Clearance is required. Must have lived in UK for 10+ years to obtain clearance.

What you’ll be doing

• Manage purchasing activities across internal projects and external customer requirements, ensuring timely and accurate processing of requests.
• Act as a key point of contact for external customer purchasing queries, providing guidance, updates, and resolution of issues.
• Support wider business unit teams in preparing and reviewing supplier quotes, pricing models, and customer-facing proposals.
• Oversee the receipting process for goods and services, ensuring accurate tracking, timely approvals, and alignment with financial controls.
• Maintain strong relationships with suppliers to ensure service levels, delivery timelines, and quality standards are met.

Essential Skills

• Commercial management
• Problem solving
• Data analysis
• Financial analysis
• Growth mindset

What we’d like to see on your CV

• Experience in purchasing, commercial support, or supply chain operations.
• Strong attention to detail and organisational skills.
• Good communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Analytical mindset with basic financial and commercial awareness.
• Familiarity with purchasing systems (e.g., SAP, Ariba) and Microsoft Office tools.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• 10% on target bonus (Depending on country based)
• BT Pension scheme, minimum 5% Employee contribution, BT contribution 10%
• On-call allowance (Depending on role requirements)
• 25 days annual leave (not including bank holidays), increasing with service
• Huge range of flexible benefits including cycle to work, healthcare, season ticket loan
• World-class training and development opportunities
• From January 2025, equal family leave: receive 18 weeks at full pay, 8 weeks at half pay and 26 weeks at the statutory rate.
• Enhanced women’s health support: including help with menopause symptoms, cancer screenings, period care and more.
• 24/7 private virtual GP appointments for UK colleagues
• 2 weeks paid carer’s leave
• Option to join BT Shares Saving schemes.
• Discounted broadband, mobile and TV packages
• Access to 100's of retail discounts including the BT shop

Flexible Working

This role offers a 3 together, 2 wherever working model. This means you are required to be at your contractual location 3 days a week with 2 flexible days per week.

A FEW POINTS TO NOTE: Although these roles are listed as full-time, if you’re a job share partnership, work reduced hours, or any other way of working flexibly, please still get in touch. We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required, so please do not hesitate to inform us.

DON'T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENT? Studies have shown that women and people who are disabled, LGBTQ+, neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria. We’re committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every requirement on the Job Description, please apply anyway - you may just be the right candidate for this or other roles in our wider team.

Security is one of the fastest growing parts of our global organisation. We are protecting our networks from more than 6,500 cyber attacks each day, investing over £40m in research each year - and in employing nearly 3,000 people, we’re also the largest private cyber employer in the UK. With incredible opportunities to learn, develop and grow your skills, we will invest in you, nurture your potential and shape your future - whatever your background or experience. In today’s world, safe and secure digital connections have never been more vital. You’ll be joining a global company operating at the forefront of the information age: BT employs 90,000 people in 180 countries. With huge scale, we’re capable of achieving great things, striving to be personal, simple, and brilliant for our customers whilst creating an inclusive working environment where people from all backgrounds can succeed. Play your part. Make a difference. We are the Protectors.