Supply Chain Lead – Innovation
Salary £45,000 - £50,000 (depending on skills, experience, and location)
Do you enjoy exploring new ideas and driving change in supply chain? If you have a talent for identifying emerging trends, solving complex problems, and developing strategic solutions, this role could be the perfect fit for you.
A Bit About the Job
As a Supply Chain Lead, you’ll be part of a dedicated team within Aviva’s Health business, focusing on identifying and evaluating innovative supply chain opportunities. Your role will involve assessing supplier advancements, developing future-proof strategies, and leading process improvements that improve efficiency and sustainability. Working closely with senior leadership, you’ll provide data-driven insights that influence key business decisions and shape Aviva’s approach to healthcare innovation. This is a high-impact role where your expertise will help Aviva stay ahead of market trends and deliver meaningful solutions for our customers.
Skills and Experience We’re Looking For
* Extensive experience in supply chain management, ideally within healthcare or a related field.
* Strong ability to assess market trends, supplier performance, and commercial viability through data analysis.
* Proven success in overseeing supplier relationships, including contract negotiation and compliance.
* A track record of driving process improvements and implementing forward-thinking supply chain solutions.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence decisions at senior levels.
What you’ll get for this role:
* Starting salary between £45,000 and £50,000 (depending on location, skills, experience, and qualifications)
* Bonus opportunity - 10% (D grade) of annual salary. Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
* Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
* 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days.
* Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts.
* Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme.
* Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave.
* Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work.
* Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others.
* We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools.
Aviva is for everyone:
We’re inclusive and welcome everyone – we want applications from all backgrounds and experiences. Excited but not sure you tick every box? Even if you don’t, we would still encourage you to apply. We also consider all forms of flexible working, including part time and job shares.
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We’d love it if you could submit your application online. If you require an alternative method of applying, please send an email to kitti.majer@aviva.com.
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