Assistant Vice President

About the role

We are seeking a strategic and experienced Assistant Vice President of Procurement.

Directs and leads all aspects of an organization's procurement function. Develop policies and procedures related to the procurement of goods and services, including Information Technology. Requires a bachelor's degree with at least 10 years of experience in the field. Familiar with a variety of industry concepts, practices and procedures. Rely on extensive experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. Performs a variety of tasks. Leads and directs the work of others. A wide degree of creativity and latitude is encouraged.

What you will do

• Staff Management: Recruit and develop strategic procurement staff to be a high-performing and motivated team responsible for collaborating with business and supplier partners.
• Process Management: Identify metrics, tools and processes to optimize sourcing, supplier activities and efficiencies; work collaboratively with team members to prioritize and drive implementation. Develop and implement protocols and practices to ensure effectiveness and efficiency of critical initiatives.
• Business Strategy: Lead the development, implementation and alignment of sourcing and supplier network capabilities for key commodities and spend categories to achieve broad business objectives. Set strategic vision and goals and ensure execution of all common procurement strategies including supplier management, contract management, common procurement tools and reporting.
• Strategic Supplier Relationship Management: Measure and own the overall performance of the supplier network through the procurement team. Ensure the procurement team is evaluating supplier capabilities and establish sources for new technologies and markets as decided by business requirements.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with senior functional leaders to establish both short and long-term business objectives. Identify, develop and lead strategic business relationships to enable implementation of the corporate growth strategy, revenue achievement and new product development initiatives. Partner with Law to build contract templates.

Why work at Symetra

“If you want to invest in yourself and build a career, this is a great place to work. If you don't want to put in the effort to learn the industry and become a student of the business (it takes real effort!), there are easier places to work.”

Cris H. AVP Internal Sales, Training and Development

“Symetra values learning. Symetra has so many resources - whether that is the Student of the Business courses, sponsorship of professional certifications, or just individual employees being so willing to teach and answer questions.”

Felicia D. Financial Reporting Lead Senior Analyst

What we offer you

We don’t take a “one-size-fits-all” approach when it comes to our employees. Our programs are designed to make your life better both at work and at home.

• Flexible full-time or hybrid telecommuting arrangements
• Plan for your future with our 401(k) plan and take advantage of immediate vesting and company matching up to 6%
• Paid time away including vacation and sick time, flex days and ten paid holidays
• Give back to your community and double your impact through our company matching
• Want more details? Check out our Symetra Benefits Overview

Compensation

Salary Range: $137,500 - $229,200 (plus eligibility for executive bonuses)

Who you are

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Finance, or related field
• 10 years within a procurement function
• 5 years of management experience
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
• Strategic problem solver with hands-on execution capability and outstanding attention to detail
• The ability to navigate complexity, lead several priorities, and deliver under tight deadlines
• Experience in procurement, general management and electronic commerce and significant experience with negotiations and change management required
• Strong knowledge of general principles of procurement law
• Significant experience in contract negotiation and administration

Travel:

Required Training & Professional Development
All newly hired people leaders with direct reports are required to complete a comprehensive leadership development program within their first year. This program includes both virtual and in-person training. The in-person sessions will take place at Symetra’s corporate headquarters in Bellevue, Washington.Symetra covers all travel and accommodation expenses.

Reasonable Accommodations
Symetra is committed to providing equitable access to all job-related responsibilities, including required travel. If reasonable accommodations are needed for travel, Symetra’s HR department will work to provide appropriate solutions in alignment with individual needs and company policies.

We empower inclusion

At Symetra, we aspire to be the most inclusive insurance company in the country. We’re building a place where every employee feels valued, respected, and has opportunities to contribute. Inclusion is about recognizing our assumptions, considering multiple perspectives, and removing barriers.

We accept and celebrate diverse experiences, identities, and perspectives, because lifting each other up fuels thought and builds a stronger, more innovative company. We invite you to learn more about our efforts Here.

Creating a world where more people have access to financial freedom

Symetra is a national financial services company dedicated to helping people achieve their financial goals and feel confident about the future. In our daily work, we’re guided by the principles of Value, Transparency and Sustainability. This means we provide products and services people need at a competitive price, we communicate clearly and openly so people understand what they’re buying, and we design products—and operate our company—to stand the test of time. We’re committed to showing up for our communities, lifting up our employees, and standing up for diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI). Join our team and help us create a world where more people have access to financial freedom.

For more information about our careers visit: Symetra Careers

Work Authorization

Employer work visa sponsorship and support are not provided for this role. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States at hire and must maintain authorization to work in the United States throughout their employment with our company.

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