Procurement Leader

Brisbane

8/9-month fixed term contract

• Great opportunity to utilise your procurement experience to collaborate with and support the HCC and Commercial Property space
• Exposure to data analysis using latest cutting-edge technology – Geospatial imagery and analytics, weather forecasting data and the SCC platform that is critical in enabling the Disaster Management Centre to provide rapid insights particularly during natural hazard events and to triage Suncorp's claims response etc

About the role:

This is a great 8-9-month fixed term opportunity for a procurement or commercial professional to work with the HCC and Commercial Property business. You will be involved in sourcing, negotiating, contracting and category management activity to ensure that they have relevant suppliers to help the business achieve its strategy of delivering best in class claims outcomes to customers and to be the leading trans-Tasman insurer.

This is an exciting time to be working in this space, with huge advances in AI and technology being developed to determine the risk to people's homes and businesses.

You will need resilience and strong communication skills with the ability to hold tough conversations, as well as data analysis skills, in return you will work within a great team environment providing you with the support you need for this challenging role.

What you'll do:

Collaboration with the business and team to manage Categories, source Suppliers and manage Contracts.

The role is responsible for using, and making improvements to, systems that:

• Develop category management strategies for the relevant categories within Suncorp Claims
• Conduct analysis (e.g. spend, claims volume, market intelligence etc.) to determine trends, insights and opportunities to better achieve the business objectives
• Manage contract terms and tenure
• Manage risk across the supplier base (contractual, expiries, renewals, escalations etc.)
• Contribute and collaborate effectively to achieve Claims Category benefits save targets
• Manage supplier performance and disputes including SLA's, governance and other contract deliverables
• Execute extensions, variations and terminations of legal instruments that meet stakeholders' business needs
• Encourage, identify and deliver innovation and continuous improvement in the way we work, the categories we manage and to support the business objectives

New Work

The role is responsible for using, and making improvements to, systems that:

• Gather appropriate market and industry intelligence about relevant spend categories across Claims
• Assess available intelligence, identify and propose new supplier/category management and/or sourcing opportunities for the most important categories including Property Claims (predominantly relating to Home Claims, Commercial Property & Specialty, Contents).
• Develop and propose procurement solutions (e.g., alternative commercial models) for the resolution of business needs including reduction in Average Claims Cost (ACS)

About you:

• Experienced procurement professional with 5 + years' experience in procurement. Mandatory
• Experience in Claims Procurement 2+ years would be beneficial but is not essential
• Exceptional communication skills (written and verbal), negotiation skills and resilience
• Experience in a centralised procurement/commercial environment providing services to a broad customer base. Mandatory
• Experienced in achieving and being accountable for tangible commercial results. Mandatory
• Experience in delivering quality outputs within tight timeframes within a standardised project management framework. Mandatory
• Analytical business skills, with an ability to produce coherent recommendations supported by the analysis
• Experience in working with others in a (preferably commercial) strategy setting role. Mandatory

What You'll Enjoy

Access our award-winning Shine platform – your central hub for exclusive perks, wellbeing support, career development, and recognition. Shine has been recognised for excellence in employee experience, making it easier than ever to access what matters most to you.

• Hybrid working, flexible leave, 20 weeks paid parental leave, and up to 5 days paid flexible leave annually
• Paid study support, career breaks, on-the-job learning, and a $1,000 referral bonus for eligible employees
• Free wellbeing coaching, a dedicated Employee Council, and confidential EAP access
• Discounts at 400+ retailers, insurance savings, gym memberships, and reduced super fees
• Paid volunteer leave, donation matching, and unlimited emergency response leave
• Performance-based bonuses and Suncorp shares for eligible employees
• Diversity is celebrated through employee resource groups and inclusive policies for all families

Explore our full benefits:

At Suncorp we believe we are our best when our workforce is as diverse, talented and passionate as the communities in which we live and operate, and where our people feel included, valued and connected. We are passionate about inspiring our people by creating a diverse, accessible, and inclusive culture, offering flexible work, career development and internal mobility, and building connected relationships amongst our team members and with our customers.

If you require any support and adjustments to participate equitably in our recruitment process or in the workplace, we encourage you to contact for a confidential conversation. To apply for this opportunity, please submit your application directly via the link provided.