Procurement Business Partner

About The RoleTeam ProcurementWorking Pattern - Hybrid 2days per week in the Vitality Bournemouth Office.Full time, 35 hours per week.We are happy to discuss flexible working!Top 3 skills needed for this role: Proven Procurement LeadershipDemonstrated Commercial NegotiationStrong Stakeholder PartnershipWhat this role is all about:Vitality is seeking a Procurement Business Partner to join the Procurement team, supporting the People and Property portfolios. This role is responsible for partnering with business stakeholders to shape sourcing strategies, manage supplier relationships, negotiate commercial agreements and deliver value across a diverse range of business services spend. Working closely with internal stakeholders, suppliers and procurement colleagues, the position plays an important role in ensuring commercial decisions support business objectives, operational performance and regulatory expectations.Key Actions Develop trusted partnerships with stakeholders across People and Property functions to understand business priorities and translate requirements into effective sourcing strategiesLead end-to-end procurement activities including requirements gathering, market engagement, supplier evaluation, negotiation, contracting, onboarding and implementationIdentify opportunities to improve value through cost optimisation, supplier consolidation, service enhancements, innovation and risk managementProvide market insight and category expertise to support informed procurement and supplier decisionsSupport contract drafting, negotiation and implementation in collaboration with Legal and business stakeholdersManage supplier relationships with a focus on performance, service delivery, compliance, risk management and continuous improvementMonitor supplier performance and assurance activities, proactively identifying and addressing risks and issuesManage contracts throughout the lifecycle, ensuring value is maximised and contractual obligations are effectively maintainedBuild strong internal and external relationships while providing constructive challenge and commercial guidanceContribute to procurement initiatives and business projects, leading sourcing workstreams from concept through to deliveryWhat do you need to thrive? Experience within a procurement, sourcing or commercial role delivering measurable business valueKnowledge of indirect spend categories, ideally within business services, people-related services, property or facilities managementStrong commercial negotiation and supplier management experienceUnderstanding of contract management, commercial models, supplier performance frameworks and risk managementStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to make practical recommendationsExcellent stakeholder management and relationship-building capability across multiple business levelsAbility to influence, challenge constructively and support decision-making processesStrong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities effectivelyGood working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Excel, Word and PowerPointCommitment to continuous improvement and an interest in leveraging AI-enabled ways of workingMCIPS qualification, or working towards it, would be advantageousSo, whats in it for you? Bonus Schemes A bonus that regularly rewards you for your performanceA pension of up to 12% We will match your contributions up to 6% of your salaryOur award-winning Vitality health insurance With its own set of rewards and benefitsLife Assurance Four times annual salaryThese are just some of the many perks that we offer! To view the extensive range of benefits we offer, please visit our careers page. Fantastic Benefits. Exciting rewards. Great career opportunities!If you are successfulin your application and join us at Vitality, this is our promise to you, w e will: Help you to be the healthiest youve ever beenCreate an environment that embraces you as you are and enables you to be your best selfGive you flexibility on how, where and when you workHelp you advance your career by playing you to your strengthsGive you a voice to help our business grow and make Vitality a great place to beGive you the space to try, fail and learnProvide a healthy balance of challenge and supportRecognise and reward you with a competitive salary and amazing benefitsBe there for you when you need usProvide opportunities for you to be a force for good in societyWe commit to all these things because we want you to feel that you belong, and are supported to be happy and healthy.About The CompanyWere incredibly proud to be recognised for the culture we've created recently being named one of Glassdoors Best Places to Work 2026 , and in 2024 we were delighted to be awarded Top 10 Places to Work in the Sunday Times Awards.Vitality is a multi-award-winning UK insurance brand, here to make the world a healthier, happier place.Weve been a purpose and values-driven business from day 1- long before it became fashionable. Our core purpose is to make people healthier and enhance protect their lives. Vitality pioneered shared-value insurance. We incentivise people to live healthier longer lives they benefit, our business benefits, and society benefits. Were successful because we attract, develop, and retain the best people and because we care.Plus, you get to join our 1.7+ million members with access to our unique health insurance and healthy living programme. Just to make sure you know our products inside and out.Ready to find out if were the right fit for you? We cant wait.Diversity & InclusionAt Vitality, were committed to diversity and inclusion because its good for our employees, for our business, and for society. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.Vitalitys approach to sustainabilityVitality is a business that drives positive change. We reward people for making and sustaining healthier choices. But healthy people also need a healthy environment. To learn more please visit our Careers page. #LI-HybridIf we are fortunate in receiving a high volume of quality applications we may need to close this vacancy early. If you are interested, please submit your application as soon as possible.TPBN1_UKTJ