We're looking for a Supplier Assurance & Project Manager to join our Procurement function at a critical time of transformation.
Driven by upcoming regulatory changes, this role will be instrumental in reviewing current supplier risk practices, improving reporting quality, and ensuring the organisation is fully compliant and governance ready.
This is a high-visibility role where you'll challenge the status quo, influence senior stakeholders, and shape how supplier assurance is delivered going forward.
Responsibilities
Lead regulatory readiness activity, assessing current supplier assurance practices against March 2027 requirements
Oversee and challenge supplier reporting and monthly KPI submissions, ensuring accuracy and meaningful insight
Identify , assess, and monitor third-party supplier risks, escalating gaps and remediation actions
Review and enhance procurement and supplier assurance processes, driving consistency and efficiency
Support and contribute to Supplier at Risk Forums and governance committees, including preparing executive summaries
Collaborate with stakeholders across procurement, risk, and the wider business to ensure effective supplier oversight
Take full ownership of assigned workstreams, delivering high-quality outputs within a team environment
Requirements
Background in Third Party Risk Management (TPRM), Supplier Assurance, Procurement, or Operational Risk
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and risk frameworks
Experience reviewing supplier performance, reporting, and KPIs
Ability to analyse data, identify gaps, and provide effective challenge
Experience improving and embedding processes and governance structures
Strong stakeholder management, including exposure to senior forums
Highly organised, with the ability to manage multiple priorities independently
Experience producing executive-level summaries and insights
Benefits
Our benefits are designed to make health happen for our people. Viva is our global wellbeing programme and includes all aspects of our health - from mental and physical, to financial, social and environmental wellbeing. We support flexible working and have a range of family friendly benefits.25 days holiday plus bank holidaysFixed Term Benefit AllowanceManagement BonusAn enhanced pension plan and life insuranceOnsite gyms or local discounts where no onsite gym availableVarious other benefits and online discountsWhy Bupa?We're a health insurer and provider. With no shareholders, our customers are our focus. Our people are all driven by the same purpose - helping people live longer, healthier, happier lives and making a better world. We make health happen by being brave, caring and responsible in everything we do.We encourage all of our people to "Be you at Bupa ", we champion diversity, and we understand the importance of our people representing the communities and customers we serve. That's why we especially encourage applications from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences.If you require information regarding this role in an alternative format, please email: careers@bupa.comTime Type:Full time Job Area:People & HR Locations:Bupa Place, Staines - Willow HouseHealth insuranceFlexible schedulePerformance bonus
Additional Information
Job Description:
Supplier Assurance & Project Manager
Location: Hybrid - Manchester based or Staines Office required minimum 1 day per week
Salary: £56,000
Contract type: 12 Month Fixed Term Contract, full time 37.5 hour per week
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