Director, Procurement Operations

Unum UK

. Lead, define, and manage the Procure-to-Pay and Travel Operations organizations .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeUnited StatesLead💰 $89,900 - $169,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Procure-to-Pay processes, procurement management, and financial oversight, with a strong focus on compliance, cost reduction, and process improvement. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement effective procurement strategies while maintaining high ethical standards.

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Procure-To-Pay ManagementFinancial OversightProcurement Best PracticesCross-Functional Team ManagementProject Management

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Hard Skills

Procurement ManagementInvoice ProcessingPurchase Order CreationExpense AuditingFinancial ApprovalsData AnalysisCost ReductionProcess ImprovementPolicy ComplianceSupplier Relationship Management

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationNegotiationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

Procure-To-Pay ApplicationsAccounts Payable SystemsCorporate Travel SystemsExcelPowerPointWord

Certifications & Qualifications

BA/BS in Supply Chain ManagementMBA Preferred

Industry Keywords

Procurement OperationsTravel OperationsExpense PolicyGovernanceFinancial Controls

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, define, and manage the Procure-to-Pay and Travel Operations organizations
Oversee requisitioning, purchase order creation, receipt of goods and services, invoice processing, payments, reconciliation, account coding, cards, travel agency management, expense policy adherence, governance, and financial approvals
Monitor standards and policy compliance across P2P, Travel Operations, Corporate Card, and Expense Auditing processes
Oversee timely and accurate processing of purchase orders, invoices, and payments
Define operational reporting and metrics to drive P2P improvements
Develop, update, and maintain procurement transaction standards and policies
Drive upfront financial and functional approval for purchases
Provide financial oversight and controls for cash disbursements and lead related audits
Recommend technologies to improve P2P and partner on implementation business cases
Apply P2P best practices within Unum’s business environment
Collaborate with Finance, Strategic Sourcing, Legal, Compliance, Audit, and internal stakeholders
Manage invoice processing, payment, travel, corporate/procurement card, and expense auditing standards and policies
Drive use of procurement, AP, and T&E policies, including virtual cards, ePayables, and standardized financial approvals
Benchmark industry practices and implement programs and policy changes
Communicate budget guidelines and expense trends and recommend travel-expense reductions
Design and deliver travel-policy training and education
Support corporate events requiring specialized travel arrangements
Integrate commercial travel with Corporate Aviation and optimize travel assets and expenses
Serve on Unum’s Strategic Sourcing Leadership Team and support procurement strategy
Lead organizational change and develop a high-performing team
Collaborate across organizational levels, functions, businesses, and geographies
Direct supplier relationship manager activities
Maintain links with business and functional leaders and support the VP, Strategic Sourcing

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Business or equivalent work experience; MBA preferred
Minimum 10 years of related procurement/finance experience
At least 5 years of procurement or procure-to-pay management experience preferred
Solid working knowledge of procure-to-pay applications and processes, purchasing procedures, controls, surrounding business processes, and procurement best practices
Understanding of key systems for procurement operations, corporate travel, accounts payable, travel and expense, and card systems
Experience in cross-functional team management
Ability to motivate professional staff at all levels toward successful results
Ability to establish objectives, implement procedures, and develop methods to measure effectiveness
Strong collaborative, relationship-building, leadership, project management, influencing, financial, negotiation, strategic, analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Strong detail orientation focused on cost reduction and process improvement
Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work in diverse environments and adhere to highest ethical standards
Exceptional initiative and ability to set stretch goals
Advanced PC skills required, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Word

Benefits

Comp & perks

Award-winning culture
Inclusion and diversity as a priority
Performance Based Incentive Plans
Competitive benefits package including Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability
Generous PTO, including paid time to volunteer
Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution
Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities
Student loan repayment options
Tuition reimbursement
Flexible work environments
Healthcare benefits including health, vision, and dental
Insurance benefits including short- and long-term disability
Paid time off
401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5% and additional 4.5% contribution whether employee contributes or not