Procurement Sourcing Manager – IT
London/Leeds - Hybrid
Let's make the most of your talent.
We’ve been helping people carry on with their lives since the 80s, giving them the peace of mind they need to focus on the future. Our vision is a world where insurance is personal, inclusive and a force for good.
Procurement at Direct Line Group is an expansive, innovative, intelligent affair. We're currently recruiting for a Sourcing Manager within our procurement function, specifically supporting our IT business area.
What you'll be doing:
* Lead the development of sourcing and contracting strategies across a portfolio of categories, sub-categories, and suppliers.
* Assume accountability for the successful execution of all sourcing activities, encompassing RFX, Request for proposal (RFP), supplier negotiations, and contracting.
* Adapt and implement Category Management as an efficient and effective process.
* Ensure that contractual arrangements align with supplier and relationship strategies.
* Support all commercial aspects of implementation, including supplier on-boarding and exit, management of change requests, and resolution of ongoing supplier management issues.
What we're looking for:
* Experience within a large-scale organisation or in the insurance/financial services sector.
* Proven and current track record of sourcing through to contract negotiation experience.
* Strong commercial awareness.
* Strong communication and influencing skills.
Ways of Working
Our hybrid model way of working offers a 'best of both worlds' approach combining the best parts of home and office-working.
Benefits:
* 9% employer contributed pension.
* Up to 10% bonus.
* 50% off home, motor and pet insurance plus free travel insurance and Green Flag breakdown cover.
* Additional optional Health and Dental insurance.
* EV car scheme.
* 25 days annual leave.
* Buy as you earn share scheme.
* Employee discounts and cashback.
Being yourself
Difference makes us who we are. We believe everyone should feel comfortable to bring their whole selves to work.
We know you're more than a CV, and the things that make you, you, are what bring potential to our business.
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