Procurement Specialist IT Consulting Services

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As a Procurement Specialist in this role, your primary responsibility will be the procurement of IT consulting services, managing both T&M engagements as well as delivery projects, from demand identification to contract sign-off. This role presents a valuable opportunity to contribute to Danske Bank’s IT strategy implementation, playing a vital part in cost optimization, compliance projects and category management.

You will join our Indirect Services team of 8 persons, a global team that is part of Strategic Sourcing, situated in the Nordics and Lithuania. We manage the procurement of HR services, MarCom services and IT consulting services to the entire Danske Bank group.

The workplace is located in Vilnius. Danske Bank supports workplace flexibility (we currently use a hybrid work model, where we work at least 3 days in the office).

Please apply as soon as possible, as we conduct interviews on an ongoing basis.

You will:

Engage daily with a variety of stakeholders, identifying and understanding their requirements and demands, and assist them in business case preparations
Procure mainly IT consulting services, both on a T&M basis as well as fixed price deliveries, focusing on commercial competitiveness, risk management specific to financial institutions, and overall expenditure
Plan and execute sophisticated sourcing activities (RFx, tender, etc.) in line with industry standards
Act as a project manager, guiding and supporting stakeholders through different processes and aspects
Facilitate commercial and contractual negotiations, working closely with specialists from Legal, Compliance, Performance Management and IT Security, to ensure alignment with business needs and Group policies
Identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reductions on a regular and proactive basis (e.g. supplier rationalization, demand management)
Present larger sourcing cases to management

About you:

3 – 5 years of experience in IT consulting services procurement and/or Indirect procurement, with a solid understanding of procurement processes and functions
Solid negotiation and contract drafting skills, including knowledge in IT, basic legal terms and contractual obligations
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Ability to effectively communicate and present to stakeholders, vendors and senior management
Demonstrated experience in project and program management, with a focus on the implementation and delivery of results
Experience in sourcing IT consultancy in a global / Nordic perspective would be appreciated, as well as knowledge of outsourcing / DORA / TPRM processes in the financial sector
Advanced English language skills

We offer:

Monthly salary range from 2320 EUR to 3480 EUR gross (based on your competencies relevant for the job).

Additionally, each Danske Bank employee receives employee benefits package which includes:

Growth opportunities: professional & supportive team, e-learnings, numerous development programs; (incl. professional certificates); 100+ professions for internal mobility opportunities.
Health & Well-being: a diverse, inclusive, work & life balance work environment; additional health insurance; mental well-being practices; partial psychologist counselling compensation; silence and sleep zones at the office; game rooms.
Hybrid working conditions: Work from home up to two days a week; home office budget (after the probation period); modern Danske Campus workplace developed with anthropologist for the best employee experience.
Additional days of leave: for rest, health, volunteering, exams in higher education institutions, and other important activities. Moreover, for seniority with Danske Bank.
Monetary compensation package: accidents & critical diseases insurance; financial support in case of unfortunate events, travel insurance; IIIrd Pillar Pension Fund contribution.