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Who will you be joining?

Global Non-IT Procurement, operating under the umbrella of Global Sourcing and Procurement, plays a vital role in the acquisition of services and solutions on a global scale. With a focus on four key categories Professional Services and HR, Marketing and Communication, Insurance and Facility Management, Logistics and Energy the department ensures that its internal stakeholders have their needs met efficiently and effectively. By building collaborative partnerships, it creates an environment that promotes open communication, transparency, mutually beneficial outcomes by fostering strong relationships with both internal business partners and network of suppliers.

The team is comprised by strategic procurement experts who leverage their extensive industry knowledge and experience to manage a worldwide network of suppliers. Moreover, constantly seeking innovative solutions to optimize processes, reduce costs, and enhance overall operational productivity through continuous market research, supplier evaluation and risk management, maintaining the organization’s competitive and agile approach.

Through careful supplier selection, negotiation, and contract management, it strives to secure the best value for the organization, while maintaining high standards of quality and service. Thus, allowing further a proper development and implementation of the procurement strategies that align with the Group’s goals, drive sustainable growth and contribute to the overall success of the organization.

The Strategic Buyer will be reporting to the Global Head of Marketing & Communication Procurement and will be managing global procurement projects for the Marketing & Communication category demands (Creative & Ad Production, PR/Communication, etc.), that align with the overall business objectives and deliver maximum value for the organization.

How can you make an impact?

You will:

Manage the Marketing & Communication Procurement commodities, supplier strategy, contract negotiations, savings methodology, usage of SAP ARIBA, e-auctioning and reducing risk across the supply chain
Analyze national, regional and international procurement markets as well as benchmarking considering “best practice” and “total cost of ownership” approaches within Marketing
Participate in cost reduction projects within Marketing based on in depth analysis of spend figures to achieve the procurement goals as well as cost reduction targets
Negotiate advantageous terms and conditions, create significant value to stakeholders for cost effectiveness, flexibility and efficiency of providers by coordinating the execution of end to end process
Ensure compliance of supplier agreements to business specific requirement including company relevant legal terms & conditions and apply AZ group compliance and ESG guidelines
Project management – also on C-Level: Strategic planning and implementation of global and local tenders with the involvement of various departments as well as national companies and management of project teams
Oversee supplier relationship management for our global providers, including managing contracts, KPIs, conducting Quarterly Business Reviews, and implementing risk reduction strategies
Work closely with the respective Allianz Business team in order to identify opportunities to improve performance and savings in the Allianz spend
Create new ways of working in Allianz's purchasing practice and to develop innovative negotiation methods
Support and advise the business departments on purchasing processes as well as the market situation and development, adaptation to the growing flexibility needs of the marketing departments
Conduct strategic spend analysis to optimize sourcing strategies and value for money, including identifying bundling opportunities
Cooperate with key (senior) stakeholders, functional departments and procurement colleagues on a global level

What are you made of?

Minimum Qualifications:

Minimum 5 years of working experience in marketing procurement of an international operating company or in global project management in matrix organizations
Successfully completed master studies in a commercial or technical area, marketing/ business studies advantageous
Fundamental understanding of how the marketing industry operates and a knowledge of the key suppliers in the market
Good understanding of digital and developing technologies within marketing fields
Proficiency in analyzing intricate data and providing recommendations for future category strategies, including opportunities for bundling
Strong Experience on how to engage OEs (Operating Entities) to collaboratively fulfill Group Procurement and other overarching targets
Autonomous style of working. In the same time collaborative and team oriented
Experience of marketing procurement in this area is crucial to ensure that ongoing projects are successfully executed
Excellent communication skills in English and German essential
Previous experience in business related functions (i.e. Sales, Operations, Claims, Underwriting, Investment Management, Asset Management, Consulting, Product Development, Finance, Market Management, Digital / Tech etc.) is a plus

Preferred Qualifications:

Strong data analytical and conceptual skills
Experience of working in environments with high complexity and proven analytical, strategic and management skills
Competence to effectively align with different stakeholders and to cooperate with diverse internal and external senior audiences
Ability to influence others without authority
Hands-on approach involving the necessary skills / functions to successfully accomplish tasks and targets
Team oriented, preferably with working experience in international teams
Good understanding of overall procurement processes including procure-to-pay and relevant industry tools
Expertise in utilizing MS Office Products, SAP Ariba (Source to Contract), and conducting various e-auctioning techniques

Do we have what you need?

Flexible working arrangements
Excellent career development opportunities
Family friendly working environment
Health and wellbeing offerings
Company pension and health insurance
Multinational, diverse and inclusive community
Opportunity to affect our sustainability initiatives

And there is much more! Find out more here: Allianz SE Benefits More information regarding our recruitment process: Allianz Careers

For more information contact Ms. Zhiva Hristova: +49 89 3800 14379

People with disabilities: We want to give all our candidates the best opportunity to succeed. If you need any adjustments to be made during the application and selection process, please email to RECRUITINGSERVICES@allianz.com

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Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us.

We at Allianz believe in a diverse and inclusive workforce and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to bring your whole self to work, no matter where you are from, what you look like, who you love or what you believe in. We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, disability or sexual orientation.

Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.

Note: Diversity of minds is an integral part of Allianz’ company culture. One means to achieve diverse teams is a regular rotation of Allianz Executive employees across functions, Allianz entities and geographies. Therefore, the company expects from its employees a general openness and a high motivation to regularly change positions and collect experiences across Allianz Group.