Claims Procurement Lead

This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic and commercially minded motor insurance claims procurement professional to join the UKGI Claims Supply Chain team, with accountability for the Motor Claims category.

A bit about the job:

The purpose of the role is to maximise value through the end-to-end commercial management of Aviva’s motor claims supply chain.

You will work closely with internal stakeholders and the operational teams to design the service solutions of tomorrow, whilst creating greater value for Aviva and our customers.

Specialising in the motor insurance claims category, you will apply appropriate commercial, contractual, supplier relationship management, regulatory, risk management and category management skills, tools and techniques in order to; drive value for money through the identification and delivery of new initiatives, demonstrate category expertise and be at the forefront of new emerging technologies and market changes; mitigate and manage risk; and support delivery of our Net Zero ambitions. 

You will need to combine knowledge of the markets with a deep understanding of the business requirements to plan and implement sourcing and supply chain strategies; working closely with colleagues to create fit-for-purpose contractual arrangements.

You will utilise appropriate internal processes, systems, controls and governance mechanisms. 

Skills and experience we’re looking for:

• Procurement background and a knowledge of GI Motor Claims Procurement/Supply Chain or Financial Services essential and Motor Accidental Damage experience highly preferred.
• Commercial and stakeholder management skills and proven track record of building strong internal business and supplier relationships.
• Change management expertise and strong leadership skills with a proven track record of optimising strategy and delivering Commercial, SRM, or Category Management within a demanding, fast evolving environment.
• Contracting experience, comfortable managing sourcing processes and developing and negotiating agreements in accordance with appropriate governance, influencing decisions where necessary.
• MCIPS qualification / educated to business / finance degree level or equivalent preferable.

What you’ll get for this role:

Our purpose - with you today, for a better tomorrow – is a promise we make to our colleagues too. And one of the ways we live up to that promise is by investing in you. We have so much to offer when it comes to being an Aviva colleague.

• Starting salary circa £75,000 (depending on skills, experience, and qualifications).
• Bonus opportunity – 12% of annual salary - Actual amount depends on your performance and Aviva’s.
• Generous pension scheme - Aviva will contribute up to 14%, depending on what you put in.
• 29 days holiday plus bank holidays, and you can choose to buy or sell up to 5 days.
• Make your money go further - Up to 40% discount on Aviva products, and other retailer discounts.
• Up to £1,200 of free Aviva shares per year through our Matching Share Plan and share in the success of Aviva with our Save As You Earn scheme.
• Brilliantly supportive policies including parental and carer’s leave.
• Flexible benefits to suit you, including sustainability options such as cycle to work.
• Make a difference, be part of our Aviva Communities and use your 3 paid volunteering days to help others.
• We take your wellbeing seriously with lots of support and tools.