The Procurement Center of Excellence (COE) at Aon is a relatively new strategic team that advises, influences, and enables outcomes supporting procurement strategy. It identifies and implements best practices and delivers data/analytical insights for key decisions across the enterprise. As the Director of Aon’s Procurement COE, you will bring curiosity, a data driven approach and procurement expertise to implement best practices for procurement processes, methodologies, and models. You will optimize operations across categories, engage with senior leaders to improve KPIs and efficiencies, and drive value while simplifying execution and improving user experience. This role reports to the Vice President of Global Spend Management. This role is based our of our downtown Chicago office with the flexibility to work remotely 2-3 days a week. Aon is in the business of better decisions At 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, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like + Use deep procurement experience and a data driven approach to constantly innovate and to creatively develop methods and ideas to make the procurement process more efficient and effective, driving and implementing continuous process improvement across the Procurement Operating Model + Manage and assess Aon’s end-to-end supplier lifecycle process (onboarding, sourcing, contract lifecycle, offboarding) developing an efficient process that balances user experience and protecting the firm from supplier risk + Oversee the implementation of Aon’s third-party risk management and supplier relationship management program + Develop and provide training and change management for the organization to ensure that they are knowledgeable of expectations and aware of changes as they occur; in some cases, partnering with other functional teams outside of procurement + General development of the organization - including taking an active role in the current initiatives within the COE (and across the firm), developing action plans, driving transaction efficiency and internal service metrics + Identify trends and opportunities for procurement through industry involvement that continuously drives insights into best practices Skills and experience that will lead to success + Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of experience in category management, procurement, or supply chain. + Experience within large, multinational, complex organizations preferred. + Experience in people leadership, managing direct reports and third-party support resources. + Exceptional communication skills, able to effectively articulate complex ideas and concepts through clear and concise verbal, written communication, and/or presentations. + Strong project management and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail and a thorough understanding of levers available to create value, and the ability to influence stakeholders and suppliers to maximize opportunities. + Delivery/execution-oriented mindset, who can identify opportunities and clearly/concisely translate them into actionable plans + Creative thinker, demonstrating problem solving, analytics, troubleshooting and ability to adapt if required. + An inquisitive self-starter willing to challenge conventional thinking, take ownership and drive to achieve results. How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com 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. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Pay Transparency Laws: The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $150,000 - $175,000 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 2552263 The Procurement Center of Excellence (COE) at Aon is a relatively new strategic team that advises, influences, and enables outcomes supporting procurement strategy. It identifies and implements best practices and delivers data/analytical insights for key decisions across the enterprise. As the Director of Aon’s Procurement COE, you will bring curiosity, a data driven approach and procurement expertise to implement best practices for procurement processes, methodologies, and models. You will optimize operations across categories, engage with senior leaders to improve KPIs and efficiencies, and drive value while simplifying execution and improving user experience. This role reports to the Vice President of Global Spend Management. This role is based our of our downtown Chicago office with the flexibility to work remotely 2-3 days a week. Aon is in the business of better decisions At 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, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. What the day will look like + Use deep procurement experience and a data driven approach to constantly innovate and to creatively develop methods and ideas to make the procurement process more efficient and effective, driving and implementing continuous process improvement across the Procurement Operating Model + Manage and assess Aon’s end-to-end supplier lifecycle process (onboarding, sourcing, contract lifecycle, offboarding) developing an efficient process that balances user experience and protecting the firm from supplier risk + Oversee the implementation of Aon’s third-party risk management and supplier relationship management program + Develop and provide training and change management for the organization to ensure that they are knowledgeable of expectations and aware of changes as they occur; in some cases, partnering with other functional teams outside of procurement + General development of the organization - including taking an active role in the current initiatives within the COE (and across the firm), developing action plans, driving transaction efficiency and internal service metrics + Identify trends and opportunities for procurement through industry involvement that continuously drives insights into best practices Skills and experience that will lead to success + Bachelor’s degree and 7+ years of experience in category management, procurement, or supply chain. + Experience within large, multinational, complex organizations preferred. + Experience in people leadership, managing direct reports and third-party support resources. + Exceptional communication skills, able to effectively articulate complex ideas and concepts through clear and concise verbal, written communication, and/or presentations. + Strong project management and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail and a thorough understanding of levers available to create value, and the ability to influence stakeholders and suppliers to maximize opportunities. + Delivery/execution-oriented mindset, who can identify opportunities and clearly/concisely translate them into actionable plans + Creative thinker, demonstrating problem solving, analytics, troubleshooting and ability to adapt if required. + An inquisitive self-starter willing to challenge conventional thinking, take ownership and drive to achieve results. How we support our colleagues In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage a diverse workforce. Plus, our agile, inclusive environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two “Global Wellbeing Days” each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions, but we also recognize that flexibility goes beyond just the place of work... and we are all for it. We call this Smart Working! Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. Aon values an innovative, diverse workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply. We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com 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. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Pay Transparency Laws: The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $150,000 - $175,000 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