Senior IT Procurement Manager

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As a Senior IT Procurement Manager, your primary responsibility will be the procurement of Software, SaaS, IT Services and Hardware, managing sourcing 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 optimisation, compliance projects and category management.

You will join our IT Procurement team in Lithuania, a part of Strategic Sourcing Procurement, working alongside a network of over 20 IT Procurement professionals based in Denmark and Lithuania. Together, we deliver comprehensive IT procurement services to the entire Danske Bank group.

*Depending on your experience and knowledge, we may offer you a different seniority for the role.

You will:

Engage daily with a variety of stakeholders, identifying and understanding their requirements and demands, and assist them in business case preparations
Procure IT solutions, SaaS, software, services, 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 including security consulting, data protection assessments, etc
Manage outsourcing and DORA contracts in accordance with EBA regulations
Facilitate commercial and contractual negotiations, working closely with specialists from Legal, Compliance, Performance Management, IT Security, etc., 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 rationalisation, demand management)
Present sourcing cases to management

About you:

3 – 5 years of experience in IT procurement or indirect procurement, and a solid understanding of procurement processes and functions
Knowledge of Software, SaaS, PaaS, IaaS from a commercial perspective
Solid negotiation and contract drafting skills in the IT arena, including knowledge in IT, basic legal terms and contractual obligations
Effective 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 of IT (software, cloud solutions, hardware and telecommunications categories) would be appreciated, as is knowledge of outsourcing / DORA / TPRM processes in the financial sector
Advanced English language skills

We offer:

Monthly salary range from 3680 EUR to 5520 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.