Overview
We are recruiting for a dynamic individual to join our team, reporting to the Director of First Response and Managed Repair. In this crucial role, you will implement procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with contractual and legal requirements, improving our supply chain efficiency and supporting our claims management operations. How you'll make an impact Procurement Strategy Implementation: Develop and execute procurement strategies that align with organisational goals, focusing on cost efficiency, quality, and timely delivery Conduct market analysis to keep strategies driven and adaptable to industry changes Contract Management: Ensure compliance with contractual law, review and negotiate contract terms, and implement systems to monitor contract performance Insurance Knowledge: Utilise your insurance industry expertise to support procurement activities, collaborate with claims management teams, and stay informed about industry developments Sourcing and Purchasing: Lead sourcing activities, maintain a diverse supplier database, and implement best practices to optimise cost savings Relationship Management: Cultivate strong supplier relationships, conduct performance reviews, and develop engagement programs to foster collaboration Inventory Management: Coordinate contract documentation, implement inventory systems, and collaborate with logistics teams to streamline processes Negotiation: Identify weaknesses in agreements, develop negotiation strategies, and secure favorable outcomes Governance: Improve the procurement framework, develop policies, and conduct audits to ensure compliance Modern Slavery: Oversee the modern slavery statement process, develop initiatives to address risks, and monitor regulatory changes Business Continuity Planning: Coordinate BCP strategies to ensure preparedness and resilience ESG/CSR Involvement: Participate in ESG and CSR initiatives, collaborate with stakeholders, and monitor performance Client Due Diligence Requests: Assist in responding to due diligence requests, maintain documentation, and provide insights into supply chain practices About You Proven experience in supply chain management and procurement Solid understanding of the insurance claims industry Excellent relationship management and negotiation skills Effective inventory and documentation management Strong time management and organisational skills Option for this role to be remote based, with expectation to travel to offices as and when required Compensation and benefits On top of a competitive salary, great teams and exciting career opportunities, we also offer a wide range of benefits. Below are the minimum core benefits you’ll get, depending on your job level these benefits may improve: Minimum of 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays, and the option to ‘buy’ extra days Defined contribution pension scheme, which Gallagher will also contribute to Life insurance, which will pay 4x your basic annual salary, which you can top-up to 10x Income protection, we’ll cover up to 50% of your annual income, with options to top up Health cash plan or Private medical insurance Other benefits include: Three fully paid volunteering days per year Employee Stock Purchase plan, offering company shares at a discount Share incentive plan, HMRC approved, tax effective, stock purchase plan Critical illness cover Discounted gym membership, with over 3,000 gyms nationally Season ticket loan Access to a discounted voucher portal to save money on your weekly shop or next big purchase Emergency back-up family care And many more…