Procurement - Non-CIO Strategic Business Partner in Chelmsford

Intact Insurance is the new name for RSA in the UK, Ireland, and across Europe. It’s a new name and a new way to do business. Backed by global expertise and a commitment to service that feels different, we’re focused on making insurance simpler, faster, and more responsive.

We’re leading a transformation in insurance helping people, businesses and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times. When you join us, you’re not just taking a job, you’re stepping into a career where you can make a real difference.

We’re customer‑driven, community‑focused, and committed to helping our people grow. Whether you’re early in your journey or bringing years of experience, we’ll support you with the tools, flexibility, and opportunities to thrive.

Step into a role where your expertise shapes how investment decisions deliver measurable impact while strengthening supplier partnerships. In your role, you will work with senior leaders to align procurement strategy with business priorities, helping drive better outcomes, resilience and long‑term value across the organisation. You will bring commercial insight that supports confident decision making and builds trusted relationships across the business.

Your Skills And Experience

• Background partnering with senior leaders, offering commercial challenge and influencing investment decisions.
• Deep knowledge across procurement, sourcing and supplier management within complex environments.
• Proven ability to develop and deliver category strategies that balance cost, risk and innovation outcomes.
• Solid understanding of supplier risk, regulatory requirements and operational resilience within supply chains.
• Confidence managing strategic supplier relationships, driving performance through structured governance and collaboration.
• Ability to use market insight and data to inform decisions and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

You’ll Make An Impact By

• Partnering with senior non‑CIO leadership, acting as a trusted procurement interface to provide commercial insight and support informed decisions.
• Shaping and evolving category strategies that align with business priorities, demand plans and regulatory expectations, delivering clear and effective outcomes.
• Leading end‑to‑end sourcing activity, defining routes to market and commercial models that deliver value while managing risk effectively.
• Turning spend data and market insight into actions that optimise demand, reduce complexity and maximise supplier value.
• Strengthening strategic supplier relationships through governance, clear KPIs and continuous improvement activity.
• Building a value pipeline including cost savings, cost avoidance and innovation, ensuring transparency through partnership with Finance.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Annual discretionary bonus
• Up to 11% pension contributions
• Hybrid working and flexible hours
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays and buy/sell options
• Health & wellbeing and virtual GP
• Career development and mentoring
• Inclusive culture and employee networks
• Share investment options

Our DEI Commitment

We celebrate individuality and believe our differences make us stronger. We’re proud to foster a culture where everyone feels respected, valued, and empowered to thrive. As an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer, we ensure fair consideration for all applicants and offer interviews to all disabled candidates who meet the essential criteria. We understand that everyone’s circumstances are different and are happy to explore flexible working options such as reduced hours or job shares to support work–life balance. If you meet the core criteria but not every requirement, we’d still love to hear from you. Let’s explore how this role could support your next career step. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, just let us know we’re here to support you.