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To support the implementation of Group agreements for local execution.\nDevelop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers to foster long-term partnerships and secure competitive pricing and preferred terms.\nLead, mentor, and develop the procurement team, fostering a culture of continuous improvement, collaboration and excellence.\nSupport and drive procurement transformation initiatives.\nLead and execute Vendor Risk Framework and Solvency II for geopolitical, financial, climate, reputational, security and operational risks. \nServe as the executive lead for supply crisis response, business continuity planning, and commodity volatility management.\nSustainable and Inclusive Procurement:\nEmbed the organization’s carbon-neutral and sustainability ambitions directly into the procurement strategy. Establish and monitor science-based supplier sustainability targets, decarbonization roadmaps, and responsible sourcing program.\nSupport and establish traceable tracking to support the annual reporting complying with EU regulation.\nQualifications:\nMinimum of 15 years of procurement with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.\nBachelor’s degree preferred; MBA or advanced degree in a procurement-related field (e.g., MCIPS, CIPS) is highly desirable.\nDeep experience, expertise and proven track record in procurement processes transformation and cost optimization. Working in insurance or financial industry is a plus.\nExperience in developing and executing category strategies.\nProven track record of delivering category savings through sourcing, demand management, and policy compliance.\nDiplomatic, agile, resilience and excellent interpersonal skill - can work well with all levels of people.\nEthical and strong integrity.\nExcellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make data-driven decisions.\nStrong influential skills and ability to manage complex business environment and issues.\nProficiency in procurement software and tools (e.g., Coupa, SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, Process Unity etc.), as well as Microsoft Office Suite.\nDesired Skills:\nStrategic thinking and ability to develop long-term procurement strategies.\nExperience with supplier relationship management and performance evaluation.\nKnowledge of risk management and compliance in procurement.\nFamiliarity with sustainability practices and ethical sourcing in IT procurement.\nAbout AXA Hong Kong and Macau\nAXA Hong Kong and Macau is a member of the AXA Group, a leading global insurer with presence in 52 markets and serving 92 million customers worldwide. Our purpose is to act for human progress by protecting what matters.\nAs one of the most diversified insurers in Hong Kong, we offer integrated solutions across Life, Health and General Insurance. We are the largest General Insurance provider and a major Health and Employee Benefits provider. Our aim is to not only be the insurer to provide comprehensive protection to our customers, but also a holistic partner to the individuals, businesses and community we serve. At the core of our service commitment is continuous product & service innovation and customer experience enrichment, which is achieved through actively listening to our customers’ needs and leveraging and investing in technology and digital transformation.\nWe embrace our responsibility to be a driving force against climate change and a force for good to create shared value for our community. We are proud to be the first to address the importance of mental health through different products and services and thought leading iconic research. Our overall Sustainability Strategy, with emphasis on climate strategy and biodiversity commitment, is developed based on TCFD recommendations. We are committed to integrating environmental, social and governance factors across our business and strive to contribute to a sustainable future through 3 distinct roles - as an investor, an insurer and an exemplary company.\nAXA is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to promoting Inclusion and Diversity (I&D) by creating a work environment where all employees are treated with dignity, respect, and where individual differences are valued. 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