Procurement & Vendor Management- Sourcing Specialist (Part-Time, Job-Share,

at  Zurich insurance

WHO WE ARE:

At Zurich we aspire to be one of the most responsible and impactful businesses in the world and the best global insurer. Together we’re creating a brighter future for our customers, our people and our planet.
With over 55,000 employees in more than 170 countries, you’ll feel the support of being part of a strong and stable company who are a long-standing player in the insurance industry.
We’ve made a promise to each other and every employee; to focus on sustainable impact, to care about each other’s wellbeing, to use our diverse expertise to be curious and optimistic and to develop the skills needed for our future.
If you’re interested in working in a dynamic and challenging environment for a company that recognises and rewards your creativity, initiatives and contributions - then Zurich could be just the place for you. Be part of something great.

• Lead sourcing deals, e.g. deal architecture, project management, negotiation and contract development.
• Understand business requirements and priorities and have the confidence to challenge the status quo.
• Run/support on, as required, various sourcing events (RFP, e-auction, one-to-one supplier negotiations) of key procurement projects (inc. renewals, new license purchases, professional services engagements)
• Support the development of sourcing strategy and category plans with the input of analysis and insight.
• Identify, mitigate and escalate contractual related risks as well as commercial issues in order to ensure compliance and manage and control specific cost variables.
• Ensure the business is adequately protected, by executing and maintaining governance and compliance procedures and ensuring they are up-to-date and comply with local regulatory and legal requirements.
• Provide specialist advice to address specific technical queries from internal stakeholders and deliver appropriate solutions, in line with the organization´s policies and processes and Regulatory requirements.
• Keep abreast of market developments and insights through the use of insight tools and attend key supplier events for categories that you may be responsible for.
• High level of communication influencing and negotiation skills, coupled with an ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation.
• Responsible for obtaining all approvals as part of full management process from required functions depending on the deals.
• Provide ongoing advice and guidance and support to the business internally on all procurement matters and processes.
• Cost savings/financial targets – contribute to overall financial targets of sourcing and procurement via achieving cost savings in line with group savings methodology.