IT Procurement & Supplier Performance Manager

Our client is a leading UK insurer undergoing a significant period of transformation following a major acquisition and integration programme. Now operating as one of the largest businesses in its sector, the organisation is focused on bringing together people, processes and suppliers to create a more scalable and commercially effective operating model.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing Technology Procurement function at a pivotal stage in its evolution. Working closely with the Head of Technology Procurement, you will play a key role in shaping supplier strategy, driving commercial value and helping to build a best-in-class procurement capability.

Role & Responsibilities

• Supporting a technology spend portfolio of multi £100million across hundreds of suppliers, you will take ownership of procurement and supplier management activity across Software, SaaS, Cloud, Cyber Security and Technology Professional Services.
• Driving supplier consolidation and commercial optimisation activity as part of a large-scale integration programme.
• Leading complex technology negotiations to secure improved commercial outcomes and maximise value from strategic suppliers.
• Managing key supplier relationships and holding suppliers accountable for contractual commitments, service levels and performance standards.
• Delivering a robust Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) framework focused on performance improvement, innovation and value creation.
• Working closely with technology and business stakeholders to influence decision making and drive commercial outcomes.
• Supporting sourcing and procurement activity where new services or capabilities are required.
• Helping to define procurement processes, governance and ways of working as the function continues to mature and scale.
• Identifying cost-saving opportunities, mitigating supplier risk and improving overall supplier performance.