Technology Procurement Director, Global Spend Management

Aon

Chicago, IL

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JOB DETAILS

SALARY

$140,000–$165,000 Per Year

SKILLS

Artificial Intelligence (AI), Business Process Outsourcing, Business Writing, Candidate Sourcing, Cloud Applications, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer Support/Service, Establish Priorities, Expense Management, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Operations, Incentive Programs, Information Technology Software, Legal, Metrics, Negotiation Skills, Operational Audit, People Management, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Procurement Software, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Management, Reporting Dashboards, Request for Proposals (RFP), Resume Search, Risk, Risk Management, Software as a Service (SaaS), Sourcing Strategy, Stock Purchase Plans, Strategic Planning, Supplier Relationship Management (SRM), Team Lead/Manager, Technical Operations, Time Management, Vendor/Supplier Diversity, Vendor/Supplier Evaluation, Vendor/Supplier Relations, Vendor/Supplier Selection, Writing Skills

LOCATION

Chicago, IL

POSTED

Today

The Director of Procurement leads global category strategy and executes sourcing initiatives to deliver best overall value for the firm, while maintaining appropriate quality and managing risk through well-structured contracts.This role partners closely with business and functional leaders, applying enterprise sourcing and procurement policies to meet internal stakeholder requirements. You will independently lead cross-functional teams of category and subject-matter experts through the strategic sourcing process for complex, high-impact initiatives.We welcome applications from well-qualified procurement leaders with previous Technology and/or BPO experience.Please note: this role is NOT remote. It will require 2-3 days per week in the downtown Chicago office. We are open to fill this and similar roles in our UK (London) or Singapore offices.Aon is in the business of better decisionsAt Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive team and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like:Lead small, global, cross-functional teams in developing sourcing strategies for your category, including long-range objectives, performance goals, and clear metrics.Build and manage multiyear category roadmaps, opportunity pipelines, and performance dashboards that drive value, resilience, compliance, and continuous improvement.Independently lead complex sourcing, RFP, and negotiation efforts, applying strong commercial judgment while balancing value, risk, stakeholder priorities, and long-term category strategy.Act as a primary procurement partner to senior Technology, Operations, Finance, Legal, Privacy, and business leaders-translating business needs into sourcing approaches that enable outcomes.Manage overall supplier relationships for assigned categories, aligning supplier goals and performance with business objectives and holding suppliers accountable for results.Champion supplier diversity objectives, seeking opportunities to engage diverse suppliers directly or via prime suppliers' subcontracting and tiered-sourcing commitments.Stay closely engaged in periodic supplier reviews to identify opportunities, address issues early, verify performance against contractual commitments, and proactively plan renewals, extensions, or transitions.Draft and negotiate business and commercial contract language of above-average complexity in collaboration with legal and functional partners.Support internal clients in building alignment and consensus on recommendations, then drive timely execution, communication, and implementation/transition activities.Assess financial, operational, and risk implications of sourcing options and make sound trade-off decisions that clearly connect to business outcomes.Leverage leading-edge tools and technologies, including AI-enabled solutions, to improve speed, insight, and quality of procurement work.Throughout, you will demonstrate:Curiosity: deeply understanding markets, suppliers, and stakeholder needs; continuously scanning for new ideas and better ways of working.Action orientation: moving initiatives forward with urgency and discipline, removing barriers, and delivering on commitments.Accountability: owning category results, supplier performance, and stakeholder satisfaction end-to-end.Flexibility and priority management: adapting quickly to changing business needs, confidently re prioritizing work and resources, and managing time and workload to consistently deliver on the most critical outcomes first.Continuous improvement: proactively identifying and implementing process, cost, and value enhancements across categories and ways of working.Effective stakeholder partnering: building trusted relationships, challenging constructively, and co-creating solutions that balance short-term needs and long-term strategy.Skills and experience that will lead to success:9+ years of procurement experience in Technology and/or BPO (e.g., IT services, Software, SaaS/Cloud, application services, managed services, or business process outsourcing), including substantial experience with complex contracts and key supplier relationships.Bachelor's degreeAbility to work in a geographically diverse workplaceMust have excellent presentation, written, and verbal communication skillsAbility to think and act strategically while engaging and executing tactically as appropriate to drive resultsExperience working with all levels of management including "C" LevelStrong negotiation and world class supplier relations skillsPosition requires some travelExcellent people management skillsThis position reports into a Senior Director, Global Spend Management.For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.Pay Transparency LawsThe salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $140,000 - $165,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant's education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant's geographic location.The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, Illinois. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon's annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon's discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts,employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.#LI-SP1#LI-HYBRID 2574777

About the Company

Aon

Aon (NYSE:AON) is the preeminent global professional services firm focused on risk and human capital. Through our more than 72,000 colleagues worldwide, we unite to empower results for clients in over 120 countries.

Every day, around the world, our Aon colleagues are working closely with our clients to develop solutions to some of their most complex challenges around Risk, Retirement, Health and Talent. What sets Aon apart is our ability to bring insights from our Data & Analytics expertise to drive results for our clients.

For results-driven professionals with the talent to leverage the human side of data and translate this into actionable solutions, who seek the opportunity to make an impact locally and a difference globally, Aon offers a challenging, relationship-oriented environment.

We welcome everyone to apply to join our team - from those just embarking on their careers to seasoned professionals.

COMPANY SIZE

10,000 employees or more

INDUSTRY

Financial Services

FOUNDED

1987

WEBSITE

http://www.aon.com/

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