Procurement Business Partner (Technology)

Job DescriptionTechnology Procurement Business Partner
Permanent
Andover, Head Office
£57,000 - £65,000 + Bonus + Flex bens pot + Pension + Healthplan + 36 days holiday + Hybrid working
Are you passionate about making a positive impact on people’s lives? Do you want to be part of a company that is striving to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK? At Simplyhealth, our health plans provide the opportunity to attend routine dental treatments, visit the optician, have complementary therapies (e.g. physio) and much more by providing financial support to those that really need it.
But we’re not just your average health company; we’re aiming to revolutionise access to healthcare in the UK by offering innovative health and wellbeing solutions that are affordable, accessible, and effective. From preventive care to comprehensive medical support, we aim to empower individuals to take charge of their health, inspiring them to make the most of their wellbeing.
As Procurement Business Partner partnering with our Technology department, you’ll be responsible for the development, execution and ongoing evolution of the Category Strategy in relation to our IT and Technology department, covering an annualised expenditure of around £10m. Joining a small team, as well as being involved at a strategy level, we’re looking for someone who is also drive the day to day procurement activities for the area’s you’re partnered with. People and relationships are a large part of this role from building relationships with suppliers to help negotiations to building relationships with Senior Leadership and internal stakeholders in your category. Whilst we are an established business, this is a great opportunity to be able to take full responsibility of building a category strategy from the ground up.
Key responsibilities
Responsible for the development, execution and evolution of the 12-36 month Category Strategy, ensuring its direct connection to the associated departmental strategies
Responsible for leading all aspects of procurement activity through the execution of the Category Strategy, including leading all associated RFx and commercial negotiation and supporting the Legal team with contractual negotiation
Act as first point of contact into all procurement related activities, providing expert guidance and advice on all associated activities and processes, including provide training when required regarding procurement practices, policy and process
Responsible for the delivery of individual KPIs and associated savings targets, including using initiative to identify opportunities to create innovative commercial models
Responsible for ensuring the compliant on-boarding and management of associated suppliers.
Taking an active role in the supplier review process, identifying opportunity for incremental business value and supporting any required remedial action where suppliers are failing to meet their contractual / expected service levels
Responsible for the development and management of senior internal and external stakeholder relationships, including providing commercial insight, guidance and advice - acting as a trusted partner and critical friend to departmental and functional leaders
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