Relationship Manager - Global Spend Management Aon - Chicago

Aon plc (NYSE: AON) is the leading global provider of risk management, insurance and reinsurance brokerage, and human resources solutions and outsourcing services. Through its more than 61,000 colleagues worldwide, Aon unites to empower results for clients in over 120 countries via innovative and effective risk and people solutions and through industry-leading global resources and technical expertise. Aon has been named repeatedly as the world's best broker, best insurance intermediary, reinsurance intermediary, captives manager and best employee benefits consulting firm by multiple industry sources. Visit www.aon.com for more information on Aon and www.aon.com/manchesterunited to learn about Aon's global partnership and shirt sponsorship with Manchester United.

We currently have an exciting career opportunity for a Relationship Manager – Global Spend Management in our Chicago, IL office.  This position will support Aon’s Global Spend Management team. 

JOB OVERVIEW

The Relationship Manager acts as a facilitator between internal clients/business units and the delivery arms of Global Spend Management (GSM), to develop, monitor and/or manage a pipeline of initiatives:

• Traditional procurement activities (Sourcing, Outsourcing, Purchasing, Supplier Management, etc)
• Revenue enhancement activities (improved competitiveness of brokered, or pass-through products and services)
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Partner with internal clients
• Develop relationships and obtain knowledge of business unit products and services, organization structure, operations, finances and decision making processes
• Educate internal customers on GSM service offerings and capabilities
• Provide a consistent interface and ensure that GSM service offerings and reports are tailored to the needs of the business unit
• Identify and propose opportunities to manage demand, leverage spend, improve processes and create value
• Manage handoffs between internal customers and GSM staff members when identified opportunities lead to individual initiatives
• When necessary, directly perform against GSMs service offerings (e.g. lead Sourcing initiatives) 
Enhance GSM capabilities
• Educate GSM staff on the unique needs and characteristics of the business unit
• Support GSM staff in tailoring service offerings and reports to meet business unit requirements
• Provide visibility into the current and potential pipelines of initiatives
• Identify opportunities to apply successes to additional business units, and/or globally
• High levels of integrity and trustworthiness
Competencies
• Able to demonstrate consistency of demeanor and approach, balanced with a strong sense of urgency
• Comfortable as a team leader in a virtual team environment
• Able to work equally well in teams or independently
• Articulate and comfortable dealing with colleagues at all levels
MINIMUM EDUCATION
Bachelor’s degree in Finance or Accounting or equivalent
SKILLS
Minimum:
• Strong analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Project management
• Above average MS Office capabilities
 Preferred:
• Third party contracting
KNOWLEDGE
Minimum:
• Background in Business required
• Broad spend category knowledge (direct vs. indirect, commodity versus specialty, IT versus non-IT, etc)
• Background in a Financial Services and/or Professional Services industry
 Preferred:
• Experience in Sourcing, Outsourcing and/or Supplier Management
• Background in internal or external Relationship Management
• Background in the Insurance and/or HR Consulting industry
Aon offers competitive compensation, exceptional benefits, continuing education & training, a unique internal advancement program, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
All positions at Aon require an applicant who has accepted an offer to undergo a background check. The checks run are based on the nature of the position. Background checks may include some or all of the following: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, fingerprint verification, credit check, and/or drug test. By applying for a position with Aon, you understand that you will be required to undergo a background check should you be made an offer. You also understand that the offer is contingent upon successful completion of the background check and results consistent with Aon 's employment policies. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.
Aon's professionals are unwavering in their client focus and integrity. We promote diversity, professional development, frugality and stewardship, applying a disciplined non-bureaucratic approach to help our clients realize their business potential. Drawing on our experienced team as a competitive advantage, Aon employees have the freedom to take risks, foster innovation, champion for change and replicate best practices.
For more information about Aon Corporation, visit our website at http://www.aon.com/.
Aon is an equal opportunity employer committed to a diverse workforce. M/F/D/V
DISCLAIMER: 
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.