Supplier Relationship and Sourcing Manager

4 weeks ago


Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Aviva Full time

Supplier Relationship and Sourcing Manager

Salary – Circa £40,000

This role presents an exciting opportunity for a dedicated and professional individual with a strong commercial acumen to effectively source, manage, and enhance business partnerships with key suppliers in the UK Health & Protection sector.

At Aviva, our goal is to revolutionize the delivery of health and protection insurance, ensuring our clients receive the highest quality of care. To achieve this transformation, we are looking for passionate individuals who aspire to significantly influence how we procure the essential goods and services for our operations, as well as how we engage and collaborate with our selected suppliers.

Our Procurement and Outsourcing team is responsible for acquiring and overseeing third-party suppliers for the UK Health & Protection division, safeguarding Aviva against commercial, operational, and regulatory risks while delivering substantial value to both Aviva and our clients. The Supplier Relationship and Sourcing Managers will establish a consistent methodology for sourcing, onboarding, and managing our third-party suppliers, ensuring compliance with Aviva Group Standards. Furthermore, you will ensure the effective execution and operational success of our supplier oversight framework, also in alignment with Aviva Group standards.

Key Responsibilities:

The ideal candidates will cultivate and sustain strong relationships across the organization, leveraging their influence and expertise to engage stakeholders and garner support. Experience in mentoring colleagues and business partners in the adoption of optimal procurement and supplier management practices will be beneficial.

You should possess a solid understanding of the end-to-end procurement lifecycle and be capable of demonstrating its significance to stakeholders and the broader organization. By considering essential business priorities, such as delivering exceptional customer service, you will relate these imperatives to your sourcing strategies and decisions, as well as the ongoing management of our selected suppliers.

Desired Skills and Experience:

Proven experience in insurance, procurement, financial services, or supply chain management, with additional expertise in sourcing and supplier relationship management, preferably with leadership and coaching capabilities. Familiarity with sourcing and supplier relationship management frameworks, including contract performance management and supplier risk management techniques, tools, and governance requirements. Experience in managing significant outsourced relationships and commercial or change initiatives. Strong negotiation skills. Previous experience in healthcare and/or protection sectors would be advantageous.

Benefits of Joining Us:

At Aviva, we are committed to investing in our colleagues as part of our promise - with you today, for a better tomorrow. We offer a range of benefits to support your career and well-being.

Salary – Circa £40,000 (dependent on location, skills, experience, and qualifications) Bonus potential - 8% of annual salary, contingent on your performance and Aviva's results Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, based on your contributions 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the option to buy or sell up to 5 additional days Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, along with other retailer discounts Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares annually through our Matching Share Plan and share in Aviva's success with our Save As You Earn scheme Comprehensive supportive policies, including parental and carer's leave Flexible benefits tailored to your needs, including sustainability options like cycle to work Make a positive impact by participating in our Aviva Communities and utilize your 3 paid volunteering days to assist others We prioritize your well-being with extensive support and resources

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Aviva's Commitment to Inclusion:

We embrace diversity and welcome applications from individuals with varied backgrounds and experiences. If you feel excited about this opportunity but don't meet every requirement, we encourage you to apply. We understand that many candidates, particularly women, may hesitate to apply if they don't check every box. So, regardless of gender, consider submitting your application. If you're in a job share, feel free to apply as a pair.

We offer flexible working arrangements to accommodate our customers, business needs, and your personal circumstances. Most of our employees engage in smart working, spending approximately 50% of their time in our offices each week, blending the advantages of flexibility with valuable time spent with colleagues.



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