IT Supplier Manager responsible for managing supplier performance and relationships for a leading UK insurance firm. Focused on compliance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across IT procurement.
Responsibilities
Effectively build and maintain relationships with suppliers and key stakeholders
Monitor and drive compliance of the suppliers with obligations within the agreement and alignment to Regulatory requirements
Monitor the delivery of the suppliers against the appropriate level of commitment in the agreement
Manage and initiate Service Improvement initiatives to track and address failures against contractual commitments, ensuring remediation plans exist
Act as a contract advisor and support/lead on contract negotiations, change management, new IT contracting or termination and supplier onboarding
Act as an escalation point for contractual queries or disputes
Propose amendments to the contract as necessary to meet the organisation's evolving business needs
Work with UK Operations and the wider Zurich organisation to deliver business-aligned services
Communicate with stakeholders to set expectations and manage perceptions about sourced services and the sourcing strategy
Requirements
Relevant professional IT qualifications (ITIL)
IT background essential
Experience in managing 3rd party suppliers and contracts in a regulated environment is desirable
Effective problem solver, ability to quickly assess technical escalations
Strong and effective Meeting Management skills are essential
High level of communication influencing and negotiation skills, coupled with an ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation both internally and externally
High level of commercial knowledge with sound business acumen
Good interpersonal and networking skills, and highly articulate team player
Strong delivery focus with an ability to help others get on board quickly with changing priorities
Benefits
12% defined non-contributory pension scheme
annual company bonus
private medical insurance
option to buy up to an additional 20 days or sell some of your holiday
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