Sourcing Manager Professional Services IT

Sourcing Manager Professional Services IT, Dublin/Ireland

Who we are

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a leading global insurance organization. Building on 100 years of experience, today AIG member companies provide a wide range of property casualty insurance, life insurance, retirement solutions, and other financial services to customers in more than 80 countries and jurisdictions. These diverse offerings include products and services that help businesses and individuals protect their assets, manage risks, and provide for retirement security.

We have transformed our business model in Global Sourcing & Procurement (GS&PS).  Are you ready for a more influential management role – one that will showcase your ability to identify and track trends in customer sentiment, resulting in improved customer experience? Here is your opportunity to shape the success of our Global Sourcing & Procurement function as we look to implement an ambitious new strategy and operating model for the business. Come and help us rethink data analytics and procurement at AIG and see how far your career can progress. Veterans are encouraged.

About the role

The Sourcing Manager, Professional Services Information Technology (IT) executes on the overall category strategy and leads the sourcing process for professional services IT in partnership with IT executive leadership.

How you’ll make your mark

Reporting to the Sourcing Director, Technology, this role will provide an opportunity to drive/own all aspects of complex strategic sourcing processes in category covering IT, including but not limited to taking lead on contract negotiations of business and pricing terms and conditions, conducting research and providing benchmark data on pricing and/or other key terms and conditions, facilitating RFPs, and working with the internal business partners to develop negotiations strategies, objectives and plans. Key responsibilities include:

• Establishing strong relationships with IT leadership and business stakeholders; build a strong understanding of strategic business direction, requirements and priorities across assigned spend categories.
• Keeping up to date with trends and best practices for professional services IT suppliers, including monitoring the supplier landscape and relevant regulatory changes impacting professional services IT category.
• Building and leading an enterprise global strategic supplier and develop the professional services AIG Vendor Management strategy, program for each of assigned suppliers, and roadmap to support ongoing vendor management initiatives across AIG, including periodic executive briefings, vendor reviews, risk management, vendor compliance, performance management, issue resolution, service delivery, and cost optimization.

What you'll need to succeed

You will bring significant experience drafting, negotiating and managing supplier agreements in professional services IT category. You'll also need:

• several years of experience in sourcing and negotiating professional services IT agreements in a similar industry.
• Bachelor’s degree focused in related area (Business, Supply Chain).
• Strong issue spotting skills and ability to identify, advocate and educate stakeholders regarding different potential outcomes and suggestions to resolve those issues.
• Demonstrated leadership of complex supplier contracting and strong ability to influence others with excellent written and verbal communication skills.   
• Deep knowledge of best in class Sourcing, Contracting and Vendor Management processes. 

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At AIG, we value in-person collaboration as a vital part of our culture, which is why we ask our team members to be primarily in the office. This approach helps us work together effectively and create a supportive, connected environment for our team and clients alike.

Enjoy benefits that take care of what matters

At AIG, our people are our greatest asset. We know how important it is to protect and invest in what’s most important to you. That is why we created our Total Rewards Program, a comprehensive benefits package that extends beyond time spent at work to offer benefits focused on your health, wellbeing and financial security—as well as your professional development—to bring peace of mind to you and your family.

Reimagining insurance to make a bigger difference to the world

American International Group, Inc. (AIG) is a global leader in commercial and personal insurance solutions; we are one of the world’s most far-reaching property casualty networks. It is an exciting time to join us — across our operations, we are thinking in new and innovative ways to deliver ever-better solutions to our customers. At AIG, you can go further to support individuals, businesses, and communities, helping them to manage risk, respond to times of uncertainty and discover new potential. We invest in our largest asset, our people, through continuous learning and development, in a culture that celebrates everyone for who they are and what they want to become.

Welcome to a culture of inclusion

We’re committed to creating a culture that truly respects and celebrates each other’s talents, backgrounds, cultures, opinions and goals. We foster a culture of inclusion and belonging through learning, cultural awareness activities and Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). With global chapters, ERGs are a cornerstone for our culture of inclusion. The talent of our people is one of AIG’s greatest assets, and we are honored that our drive for positive change has been recognized by numerous recent awards and accreditations.

AIG provides equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, gender, gender expression, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other legally protected categories.

AIG is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to job applicants and employees with disabilities.  If you believe you need a reasonable accommodation, please send an email to candidatecare@aig.com.  

Functional Area:

CS - Corporate Services

AIG Global Operations (Ireland) Limited