Procurement Excellence Manager

Would you like to play a key role in driving procurement development in If

If you have solid experience in strategic procurement and processes we have a unique career opportunity that could be a true dream job for you. As part of Ifs strategic efforts to create the insurance company of the future we have established a central Procurement Excellence function to unlock synergies to enhance efficiency reduce risk and cost and drive value across the organization.

Our mission is to optimize procurement by providing strategic support data-driven insights and sustainable solutions in close collaboration with our Procurement teams. Youll have a rare opportunity to leave your personal mark on the development of future procurement practices in a large publicly listed group working alongside skilled colleagues.

About the role

If already has professional procurement units with procurement processes and tools in place. Now the task is to take the next step on the development journey. In the role as Procurement Excellence Manager you will take the lead as project manager transforming strategic goals into tangible results - such as digital tools and new processes. Youll assemble the right teams for each sub-project lead and motivate them to ensure continuous progress. Simultaneously youll act as a sparring partner on larger and more complex tenders across If.

Your key responsibilities:

• Identify opportunities lead and execute new initiatives

• Lead development projects defined by the procurement excellence strategy

• Act as a sparring partner for procurement teams on large and complex tenders strategy negotiation etc.

• Provide functional training and system support

• Foster cross-functional collaboration and capability development

We offer
Here are some of the benefits of working at If:

• An including work environment where everyone is welcome

• Career and development opportunities in the biggest insurance company in the Nordics

• Social activities as well as highly skilled professional environment

• Possibility of an hybrid workplace

• Health promoting workplace with e.g. wellness allowance and various sports activities

• Great insurance benefits

About Procurement Excellence and the Team

Procurement Excellence drives improvement initiatives across If and acts as an enabler by implementing cross-functional procurement solutions that enhance collaboration and unlock synergies across business units. You will join the newly established Procurement Excellence function consisting of four skilled colleagues with expertise in data analysis digital development sustainable procurement and procurement strategy. We are part of Group Legal and work in close partnership with procurement teams across Claims IT and Group Services among others.

Who are you

This role suits someone who thrives on being proactive and making things happen. You should be comfortable navigating large organizations with many parallel projects and stakeholders. To succeed you must communicate effectively with diverse audiences both verbally and in writing. You should be pragmatic and solution-orientedif plan A doesnt work you try plan B. Youll need to maintain momentum over long periods and not be discouraged by temporary setbacks.

Your qualifications:

• Masters degree or MBA in a relevant field

• Solid minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic procurement - you understand the processes and workflows

• Proven project management experience with the ability to lead projects involving many stakeholders

• Excellent interpersonal and relationship management skills

• Fluency in English and at least one Nordic language

• Motivation to work with numbers and data

• Preferably experience in procurement transformation or PMO roles across large organizations

Additional Facts and the Recruitment Process
Deadline: Screening and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis. The application deadline is 7th of October 2025.