Job Description
Do you have IT Category Management experience? Would you like to bring your expertise to the one of the worlds largest insurance companies? If so then we would love to hear from you!We have a great opportunity for an experienced Category Manager (IT & Professional Services) to join our EMEA Procurement team. This role can be based in our London or Glasgow office and will report directly to the Head of Procurement for EMEA.As a Category Manager you will specialise in IT and Professional services. You will have a crucial role in supporting the EMEA Procurement function by overseeing effective procurement procedures and achieving additional cost savings across the region. You will be responsible for evaluating and assessing spend categories, challenging existing methods, and implementing efficient procurement strategies and resources. This role requires a deep understanding of IT infrastructure, software, hardware, and emerging technologies, along with excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.>Category Management Review:For the categories within their responsibility and under control, to be responsible for and work alongside the internal stakeholder / budget holder, to: Manage the category through documenting contract key provisions to enable on-going due diligence checks. Regular benchmarking of current contract rates against the market rates. Ensure the categories’ key suppliers’ performance, spend is optimised and risks appropriately managed. >Vendor/Contract Management:Where some contracts are handled by European Procurement function, you are required to ensure that existing contracted suppliers continue to meet the contract’s requirements, this includes: Conducting regular monitoring of contract SLAs & KPIs Advising internal users on how to purchase from the suppliers. Resolving contractual queries and regular contract reviews >Management of Request for Proposals (RFPs):Manages RFPs processes for one-off RFPs for low to medium/complexities and /or for your categories of spend, where you will be required to work with internal stakeholders and budget holders to develop appropriate sourcing strategies, and where required draft the RFPs. Guiding stakeholders through the existing procurement process. Formulate market and supplier analyses that identify emerging trends and facilitate strategy development. >New Program Implementation:Assisting with the roll-out of specific projects as required, for example PO systems, Vendor Management systems etc. This includes: Working with the internal project team to identify initiatives – process improvements, new systems. Advise on the how to scope the project for elements that impact on procurement. In-depth knowledge of IT procurement processes, category management principles, and sourcing best practicesA commercial acumen with proven experience of delivering savings.Stakeholder management experienceExcellent negotiation skillsAbility to operate in a greenfield environment and comfortable with ambiguity.Experience influencing internal customers in non-mandated environment.WE OFFER IN RETURN!Competitive salary & pension scheme, annual bonus scheme, 25 days annual leave plus ability to purchase 5 additional days, Private Medical cover, Employee Share Purchase Plan, Life Assurance, Subsidised gym membership, Comprehensive Learning & development offerings.Employee resource groups, Networking, mentoring & development opportunities, 1-day annual Charitable leave, Cycle to work scheme, Active Sports & social committee, Employee Assistance program.Integrity. client focus. respect. excellence. teamworkOur core values dictate how we live and work. We’re an ethical and honest company that’s wholly committed to its clients. A place where colleagues perform at the highest levels. And a working environment that’s collaborative and supportive. We consider our people our chief competitive advantage and as such we treat colleagues, candidates, clients, and business partners with equality, fairness, and respect, regardless of their age, disability, race, religion or belief, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, or family circumstances.We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.