Procurement Risk Manager

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We’re so much more than an energy company. We’re a family of brands revolutionising how we power the planet. We're energisers. One team of 21,000 colleagues that's energising a greener, fairer future by creating an energy system that doesn’t rely on fossil fuels, whilst living our powerful commitment to igniting positive change in our communities. Here, you can find more purpose, more passion, and more potential. That’s why working here is #MoreThanACareer. We do energy differently - we do it all. We make it, store it, move it, sell it, and mend it. 

An opportunity to play your part – As our Procurement Risk Manager, you'll be at the forefront of identifying, assessing, mitigating, and monitoring risks within our procurement and supply chain functions. Your mission will be to ensure compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices, all while optimizing supplier relationships and protecting the organization from supply disruptions, financial losses, and reputational damage. You'll also play a crucial role in collaborating across departments to align procurement risk activities with our broader enterprise risk management framework. Join us and be a key player in driving our commitment to excellence and innovation in procurement!

Location: UK, Leicester (talk to us about flexible working)
The day to day:

• Craft and implement innovative risk management strategies and frameworks that set new standards for procurement activities.
• Dive deep into supplier risk assessments, conducting thorough due diligence and maintaining vigilant ongoing monitoring.
• Orchestrate both operational and strategic risk assessment procedures, ensuring seamless harmony across multi-level reporting processes.
• Uncover and analyse potential risks hidden within procurement processes, contracts, and vendor performance.
• Collaborate creatively with category teams, legal, compliance, ESG, finance risk, and business unit leaders to weave effective risk mitigation into vendor agreements and sourcing strategies.
• Engage regularly with business units, ensuring procurement risks are in perfect sync with the overall enterprise risk landscape.
• Keep a keen eye on market trends, geopolitical developments, and other external factors that could impact vendor performance and supply chain risk.
• Lead the creation and maintenance of dynamic procurement risk registers and insightful reports.
• Spearhead all Procurement RACC activities, supporting broader business RACC attendance for Procurement with flair.
• Design and implement key risk indicators (KRIs) and metrics that creatively evaluate supplier and category risk in line with ERM frameworks.
• Champion business continuity planning and develop robust, imaginative supplier contingency strategies.
• Conduct assurance and investigations related to procurement risk issues with a detective's precision.

About You:

• Significant experience in navigating the complexities of a risk management environment.
• Extensive expertise in procurement risk management, compliance, and governance.
• Strong leadership skills with a proven track record of managing high-performing teams.
• Mastery of risk frameworks and procurement best practices.
• Confident and experienced in leading cross-functional forums, meetings, and committees.
• Academic background in Business Administration, Finance, Supply Chain Management, or a related discipline.
• Profound knowledge of risk management frameworks, tools, and procurement best practices.
• Expertise in third-party risk management, contract negotiations, and compliance.

What's in it for you?

• Enjoy a generous market salary, along with fantastic growth opportunities and a vibrant work environment!
• Added Car Allowance program to make your commute and adventures even better.
• Power up your pay with a 15% Employee Energy Allowance, surpassing the government's price cap!
• Secure your future with our comprehensive pension plan, designed for peace of mind.
• Elevate your health with our fully-funded company healthcare plan, prioritizing your well-being.
• Recharge with a generous 25-day holiday allowance, plus public holidays, and even purchase up to 5 extra days for extended relaxation!
• Experience unparalleled work-life balance with an exceptional selection of flexible benefits, from tech treats and eco-friendly car leases to travel insurance for your adventures!

Why should you apply?   
  
We’re not a perfect place – but we’re a people place. Our priority is supporting all of the different realities our people face. Life is about so much more than work. We get it. That’s why we’ve designed our total rewards to give you the flexibility to choose what you need, when you need it, making sure that you and your family are supported not only financially, but physically and emotionally too. Visit the link below to discover why we’re a great place to work and what being part of more means for you.  
  
https://www.morethanacareer.energy/centrica

If you're full of energy, fired up about sustainability, and ready to craft not only a better tomorrow, but a better you, then come and find your purpose in a team where your voice matters, your growth is non-negotiable, and your ambitions are our priority.

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