Buyer Workplace Travel and Facilities Management
Buyer Workplace Travel and Facilities Management
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Buyer Workplace Travel and Facilities Management
Paris (France) Hybride working mode
This position reports to the Global Category Manager
DISCOVER your opportunity
Global Sourcing & Procurement department is managing 3rd party spend for Information Technologies Insurance Procurement and General Expenses. The General expenses team is looking for a buyer who will be in charge of several areas of spend globally Travel Workplace and Facilities Management under the supervision of Genex category experts.
What will your essential responsibilities include
Support Category Managers and Category Leads to identify evaluate and select suppliers to meet AXA XLs procurement needs effectively and efficiently.
Conduct sourcing activities on medium risk projects including RFPs (Request for Proposals) RFQs (Request for Quotations) and negotiations with suppliers ensuring that contracts are commercially negotiated balancing performance value and risk
Instigate and maintain excellent and effective relationships with key functional stakeholders subject matter experts Legal Risk Information Security and Data Privacy teams
Support the delivery of category plans category sourcing events and commercial contract management for centrally managed and led categories through market research to stay informed about industry trends new suppliers and pricing structures
Support preparation and delivery of reports on category performance savings and supplier performance for Category Managers and Category Leads
Support adoption of the commercial and procurement ways of working policies and processes within central category teams supporting the design and implementation of exit and mitigation plans as required
Support activities with the Sustainable Procurement team to promote supplier diversity and inclusion within the procurement processes integrating sustainability practices into the day to day activities
Support initiatives to streamline processes and operational efficiency within AXA XL procurement processes
Adopt a mentality of continuous learning within the categories of spend and procurement trends and capabilities
Complete all necessary learning activities and stay informed of regulatory changes and market dynamics that may impact categories
Stay updated on industry best practices and emerging technologies
SHARE your talent
Were looking for someone who has these qualifications and skills:
PROCUREMENT: end to end procurement knowledge category strategy procurement background confirmed experience as a buyer for an Indirect Procurement Team in an international environment
Skills:
Driving results
Autonomous
Solution and driven
Ability to work in a multicultural environment with senior stakeholders within a matrix organization
Ability to problem solve and demonstrate critical thinking
Fluent in English (French & other languages appreciated)
Strategy & tactical thinking
Outstanding communication skills both verbal and written with can do attitude
Experience of data analysis
Appetite to learn and develop
AXA XL the P&C and specialty risk division of AXA is known for solving complex risks. For midsized companies multinationals and even some inspirational individuals we dont just provide re/insurance we reinvent it.
How By combining a comprehensive and efficient capital platform datadriven insights leading technology and the best talent in an agile and inclusive workspace empowered to deliver top client service across all our lines of business property casualty professional financial lines and specialty.
With an innovative and flexible approach to risk solutions we partner with those who move the world forward.
Learn more at axaxl
Diversity & Inclusion
AXA XL is committed to equal employment opportunity and will consider applicants regardless of gender sexual orientation age ethnicity and origins marital status religion disability or any other protected characteristic.
At AXA XL we know that an inclusive culture and a diverse workforce enable business growth and are critical to our success. Thats why we have made a strategic commitment to attract develop advance and retain the most diverse workforce possible and create an inclusive culture where everyone can bring their full selves to work and can reach their highest potential. Its about helping one another and our business to move forward and succeed.
- Five Business Resource Groups focused on gender LGBTQ ethnicity and origins disability and inclusion with 20 Chapters around the globe
- Robust support for Flexible Working Arrangements
- Enhanced family friendly leave benefits
- Named to the Diversity Best Practices Index
- Signatory to the UK Women in Finance Charter
Learn more at axaxl/aboutus/inclusionanddiversity. AXA XL is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sustainability
At AXA XL our approach to Sustainability is the same as our approach to business; constantly seeking to provide innovative solutions to the worlds most complex problems. From offering our expertise products and services to help build more resilient communities to advancing understanding and response to climate change our strategy Our Impact. Our Future. aligns key issues that are pertinent to our business climate water and financial resilience and contributes to AXA Groups purpose to Act for human progress by protecting what matters..
Climate: Were reducing our carbon footprint protecting ecosystems and exploring how our business can help build a better world.
Water: Were developing water resilience where it is and will be needed most.
Financial resilience: Were helping create opportunities for the unemployed and underemployed so they can be better prepared for unexpected changes.
Hearts in Action: We have established volunteering and charitable giving programs to help colleagues support causes that matter most to them known as our Hearts in Action programs.
For more information please see the Sustainability section on our website.
Employment Type
Full-Time
