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About us
Open GI is a leading software development company and a trusted partner to the general insurance industry. Based across the UK and Europe, our support and development services make us a truly diverse organization that offers a range of IT solutions to insurance brokers, insurers, and managing general agents.
It is our vision to connect the insurance community through market-leading technology. Our people are placed at the heart of this, and diversity, equity and inclusion are central to everything we do.
Position - Procurement Manager 6 Month Fixed-Term Contract
We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Procurement Manager to join our team on a 6-month fixed term contract. This role is pivotal in supporting the business through a period of transformation, with a focus on optimising procurement processes and supporting systems, building strong relationships with key suppliers, and driving cost savings across the business.
This is a hybrid position requiring in-office attendance at our Worcester location twice a week.
Key responsibilities
Contract Negotiation & Supplier Management
- Leading tender processes and contract negotiations with key suppliers to ensure best value and risk mitigation.
- Develop and embed a process for ongoing monitoring of supplier performance and compliance with contractual obligations.
- Develop a Supplier Code of Conduct.
Process Design & Implementation
- Review existing procurement and purchasing processes and identify areas for improvement.
- Design and embed a streamlined, efficient, and compliant procurement process across the business.
- Develop and document procurement policies and procedures.
System Implementation
- Collaborate with Legal, Finance, and IT teams to support the implementation of a system to manage supplier contracts.
- Assist in data migration, user training and ensure any new system supports procurement governance and contract visibility.
General Procurement Duties
- Develop reporting to track and analyse key procurement metrics, such as spend analysis, price increases and cost savings.
- Ensure compliance with internal policies and relevant regulations.
- Maintain accurate procurement records and reports.
- Support budget holders with procurement planning and supplier selection.
- Identify cost-saving opportunities and drive value for money.
Skills & Experience
- Proven experience in a procurement or purchasing role, preferably within a software or technology business.
- Strong understanding of procurement best practices, contract law, tendering processes and supplier management.
- Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
- Advanced proficiency in spreadsheet and data analytics is preferred.
Benefits package
- Salary of circa £70,000 per annum depending on skills and experience.
- Company pension.
- Life assurance and critical illness cover.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Perkbox – an exclusive platform offering a wide range of discounts and benefits.
- Holiday entitlement of 25 days per annum, increasing to 26 days per annum after three years of service & a holiday purchase scheme.
- A hybrid approach to work.
- Opportunity for a more flexible approach to start, finish, and lunchtimes to allow you to better manage events outside of work.
- Social clubs - whether you’re into your cycling, crafts, or other hobbies, we have a number of groups at Open GI where individuals who enjoy the same pursuits can get together.
- Wellbeing – wills at work scheme, employee assistance programme and mental health first aiders.
