Senior Procurement Manager

Senior Procurement Manager | 12 Month Role | Allianz Workplace Services | Sydney CBD

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Let's care for tomorrow, so we can create a better future together, for everyone.

Are you an exceptional leader looking for your next Senior Procurement role? Reporting into the General Manager Workplace Services, we have a wonderful opportunity for an experienced Senior Procurement Manager to join our Workplace Services team at Allianz Australia for a 12 Month contract. This dynamic and innovative role will see you lead & manage the procurement function to ensure efficient operations and delivery of commercially beneficial solutions for AAL.

You'll be responsible for
• Define, negotiate and implement strategies to optimise the procurement function across Allianz Australia and deliver cost savings and service/performance benefits.
• Lead, coach an develop a team of 8 direct reports
• Manage key and complex contract and business negotiations to ensure favourable commercial and financial conditions for AAL.
• Lead the continuous improvement of procurement strategy, policy, procedures, cost containment, capability and compliance across AAL and sponsor procurement projects.
• Manage supplier sourcing and contracting processes across AAL and collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure accountability, compliance and risk management strategies are in place.
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in relation to procurement and sourcing to support, challenge and validate business thinking, operations and projects.

About you
• 10 + years' experience in leading or managing a procurement function in a large complex organisation is essential.
• Experience in a similar role within insurance/financial services/banking is desirable
• Experience in leading and coaching team members within the Procurement function and build high performing and engaged teams.
• Advanced ability to collaborate with executive leaders and to influence outcomes.
• Advanced commercial acumen and high-level negotiation skills.
• Advanced financial acumen including budgeting, forward analysis, cost modelling and financial management.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent analytical skills and strong attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management and organisational skills

What's on offer
• Be part of a team that's open-minded, supportive, and genuinely focused on customer outcomes.
• A sense of belonging in the workplace, where you are welcomed and encouraged to bring your most authentic self to work.
• An employer that is committed to supporting your work/life balance and is always open to conversations about flexible & remote working.
• Access to over 10,000 on-demand learning resources and programs, to support you in taking control of your career development.
• Insurance products - Deals and discounts across a great range of retail, tech, and travel brands, and offers for health and well-being.
• Initiatives to support your financial wellness through selected discounted Allianz insurance products, superannuation matching, salary sacrificing, novated leasing and our referral bonus scheme.
• The opportunity to take part in our Employee Share Purchase Program- own a piece of your employer.

About Allianz
At Allianz, we care about everything that makes you, you. We believe in an equitable workplace that celebrates diversity and inclusion, where people of all genders, ages, religions, sexual orientations, abilities, and work statuses are not only welcomed, but valued for the perspectives and talents they bring to work. We are committed to fostering an environment where everyone can thrive, grow, and contribute their unique perspectives to our collective success and reach their fullest potential.

Adjustments and support
If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process, we encourage you to reach out to careers@allianz.com.au for a confidential conversation.

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