About the Job

Global Sourcing & Procurement (GSP) ensures that external spend in all areas of IT and non-IT is managed in a professional and compliant way for Allianz Group. The international procurement teams negotiate global frame contracts and/or global agreements with external vendors to steer global external spend and to leverage the buying power of the Allianz Group.

The „IT Infrastructure Strategic Procurement Team” is responsible for all sourcing activities of the Global Category „IT Infrastructure“ within Allianz Group. The category covers a wide range of services related to information technology. It includes the procurement of service like implementation, development of application, managed IT services or system integration services.

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Procurement Buyer with a minimum of 5 years' experience in IT Infrastructure sourcing. The successful candidate will join the "IT Infrastructure Strategic Procurement Team" at Allianz Group and will be responsible for managing the sourcing activities within the Global Category "IT Infrastructure". This role will play a crucial part in the procurement of various IT services, including implementation, HW & SW and related services purchasing, application development, managed IT services, and system integration services.

What you do

Develop and implement procurement strategies for IT Infrastructure services, aligning with Allianz Group's overall procurement objectives and goals; with familiarity with state of the art sourcing strategies, e.g. e-auctions.
Identify, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers, ensuring capabilities, price competitiveness, and overall performance align with business needs, securing favorable terms and conditions.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand requirements, provide guidance on sourcing options, and ensure alignment with best procurement practices.
Manage supplier relationships, conducting regular performance evaluations, overseeing contract renewals, and resolving issues to ensure high-quality and timely delivery of services.
Monitor market trends and technological advancements in IT Infrastructure, identifying opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal procurement policies, maintaining adherence to established procedures and standards.
Lead or participate in cross-functional teams and provide mentorship to junior procurement staff, fostering continuous improvement, innovation, and sharing of best practices.

What you bring

Strong knowledge of IT Infrastructure services and related technologies, with proven expertise in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, and supplier relationship management.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling effective collaboration with stakeholders at all levels, and fostering strong professional relationships.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, utilizing a data-driven approach to decision-making and managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Proficiency in procurement tools and systems, with experience in SAP or other ERP systems, and a deep understanding of IT procurement methodologies and processes.
Professional certifications such as CIPS (Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) or CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) preferred.
Adaptability to agile processes, demonstrating strong collaboration, time management, and flexibility to adjust to rapidly changing requirements in a dynamic IT environment.
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field with a minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, particularly in IT Infrastructure sourcing.

What we offer

We offer a hybrid work model which recognizes the value of striking a balance between in-person collaboration and remote working incl. up to 25 days per year working from abroad.
We believe in rewarding performance and our compensation and benefits package includes a company bonus scheme, pension, employee shares program and multiple employee discounts (details vary by location).
From career development and digital learning programs to international career mobility, we offer lifelong learning for our employees worldwide and an environment where innovation, delivery and empowerment are fostered.
Flexible working, health and wellbeing offers (including healthcare and parental leave benefits) support to balance family and career and help our people return from career breaks with experience that nothing else can teach.

About Allianz Technology

With its headquarters in Munich, Germany, Allianz Technology is Allianz's global IT service provider and delivers IT solutions that drive the group's digitalization. With more than 11,000 employees in over 20 countries around the world, Allianz Technology is tasked to run, optimize, transform, and innovate the infrastructure, applications, and services together with Allianz companies to co-create the best customer experience.

We service the entire spectrum of digitalization – from one of the industry's largest IT infrastructure projects that spans data centres, networks, and security, to application platforms ranging from workplace services to digital interaction.

In short: We deliver comprehensive end-to-end IT solutions for Allianz in the digital age. We are the backbone of Allianz.

Find us at: www.linkedin.com/company/allianz-technology.

D&I statement

Allianz Technology is proud to be an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity and commits itself to creating an inclusive work environment for all. We welcome all people, regardless of e.g., gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, race or ethnicity, age, nationality, religion, disability, or philosophy of life. After all, our greatest strength as a company is rooted in the diversity of skills, experiences, and backgrounds that our employees bring.

Join us. Let´s care for tomorrow.

You. IT.

To Recruitment Agencies:

Allianz Technology has an in-house recruitment team that sources great candidates directly. Therefore, Allianz Technology does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies or search firm recruiters.

When we do work with recruitment agencies, that engagement is formalized by a contract. Fees will only be paid when there is a contract in place. Without a contract in place, we will not accept invoices on unsolicited resumes, even if the candidate was ultimately employed by Allianz.