Procurement Specialist

Job description

What you do

Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following:

·  Coordinate & assist procurement activities in Allianz Partners Health Line of Business 
·  Support Health Global COO, based in Dublin, on all procurement topics
·  Implement best procurement practices and standards (including compliance and regulatory components) in Allianz Partners to include but not limited to
·  Ensure vendors are onboarded correctly and fulfil Allainz Standards
·  Assist colleagues with Procurement queries, training and procedure development
·  Manage the Supplier database ensuring accurate information is maintained
·  First line approval of PR’s, blocking of vendors. PR’s where not compliant etc.
·  Assist in developing a network of service providers along all lines of business, covering non-core business procurement categories and indirect procurement categories (e.g. professional services, Facilities, marketing & communication)
·  Assist Group and Local level with projects to leverage Allianz Partners global and regional purchasing power.
·  Support  innovation, solution design and roll out of same
·  Implement strategic sourcing at local level
·  Manage providers at local and international level
·  Be responsible for all procurement tasks in our Health business
·  Support global & strategic procurement initiatives across Allianz Partners business units

 
What you bring

·  Fluent in English, a second language is a plus
·  3rd level qualification in business, purchasing, or relevant work experience in Procurement related activities
·  Some experience in Project management, migration of vendors etc is desirable
·  Legally permitted to work in the country of operations
·  Ability to communicate at all levels across the business.
·  Fluency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint) and research skills

 
Behavioural requirements

·  A penchant for being proactive
·  Good people skills – ability to engage and persuade at all levels
·  Knowledge of Procurement and procedurally driven procurement practices.
·  Strong communication, attention to detail, time management and interpersonal skills including leadership 
·  Ability to work independently and maintain focus under pressure.
·  Work requires professional written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills. 
·  Ability to produce quality materials within tight time frames.

 
Behavioural competencies

·  Ability to prioritise workload and manage time effectively
·  Customer Focused
·  Strong attention to detail, analytical and problem-solving skills
·  Strong organisation and planning skills.
·  Comfortable challenging the ideas of others
·  Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
·  Ability to work effectively within a team environment 
·  Honesty and Integrity 
·  Presentation skills
·  Ability to motivate others    

Reporting Line The position reports functionally to Global Head of Procurement and as functional manager Global Health COO in Allianz Partners. The position also requires to coordinate closely across the Health Operations and with various entities externally
 
What we offer
As an equal opportunity employer, Allianz Partners recognizes that our strength lies in our people and we are committed to diversity and inclusivity. So if you would like to be part of a global company that offers international career opportunities, kick-start your career and dare to join us! For more information, please visit: www.allianzcare.com
 

 

40560 | Operations | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Partners | Full-Time | Permanent

Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. 

We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in.
We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.

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