Senior Strategic Purchaser Professional Services

The Senior Strategic Purchaser for Professional Services, with a focus on consulting services, will be responsible for developing and implementing procurement strategies to optimize the acquisition of professional services. This role will involve managing supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring that the company obtains high-quality services at competitive prices. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in procurement, particularly within the professional services and consulting categories, and will be adept at driving cost-saving initiatives while maintaining service excellence.

You will 

1. Strategic Procurement:
   • Develop and implement procurement strategies for the professional services category, with a particular emphasis on consulting services.
   • Conduct market analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess market trends.
   • Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand service requirements and align procurement strategies with business objectives.
2. Supplier Management:
   • Identify, evaluate, and select suppliers based on service quality, cost, and reliability.
   • Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to ensure service continuity and performance.
   • Monitor supplier performance and manage supplier risks through regular performance reviews.
3. Contract Negotiation:
   • Lead negotiations for contracts, ensuring favorable terms and conditions that align with the company’s goals.
   • Develop and manage contract documentation, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
   • Resolve any contract disputes in a timely and effective manner.
4. Cost Management:
   • Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive initiatives to reduce procurement costs without compromising service quality.
   • Analyze spend data to track cost savings and procurement performance.
   • Implement best practices in procurement to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
5. Stakeholder Collaboration:
   • Work closely with various departments to understand their consulting service needs and provide procurement support.
   • Communicate procurement strategies and initiatives to stakeholders to ensure alignment and support.
   • Provide guidance and training to junior procurement staff and other internal stakeholders as needed.
6. Risk Management:
   • Assess and mitigate risks associated with the procurement of consulting services.
   • Develop contingency plans to address potential supply chain disruptions.
   • Ensure compliance with all internal policies and external regulations related to procurement.

Your skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A Master's degree is an advantage.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in procurement, with a strong focus on professional services and consulting categories.
• Proven track record of developing and executing successful procurement strategies.
• Strong negotiation skills and experience in contract management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term procurement strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Negotiation: Skilled in negotiating favorable terms and conditions with suppliers.
• Relationship Management: Ability to establish and maintain strong supplier and stakeholder relationships.
• Analytical Skills: Proficient in analyzing spend data and market trends to make informed procurement decisions.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly and concisely.
• Problem-Solving: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to address and resolve procurement challenges effectively.

Your benefits:

• We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad
• We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location)
• From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered
• Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach

About Allianz Technology

Allianz Technology is the global IT service provider for Allianz and delivers IT solutions that drive the digitalization of the Group. With more than 12,000 employees located in 51 countries around the globe, Allianz Technology works together with other Allianz entities in pioneering the digitalization of the financial services industry.

We oversee the full digitalization spectrum – from one of the industry’s largest IT infrastructure projects that includes data centers, networking and security, to application platforms that span from workplace services to digital interaction. In short, we deliver full-scale, end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age.

D&I statement

Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity in the working environment. We are interested in your strengths and experience. We welcome all applications from all people regardless of gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, ethnicity and cultural background, age, nationality, religion, disability, or philosophy of life.

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