IT Procurement Manager

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As a Senior IT Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for both procurement of Software, Hardware & IT Services, sourcing projects from demand management side till the contract sign off. You will have an opportunity to be engaged in Danske Bank IT strategy execution by supporting business with cost optimization, compliance projects and category management.

You will be part of IT Procurement team in Lithuania, which is part of Strategic Sourcing Procurement. There are more than 20 IT Procurement professionals spread across Denmark, Lithuania, who are responsible for delivering end-to-end IT procurement services to the whole Danske Bank group.

N.B. the position requires to be able to work on-site in our Vilnius office.

Only the applications from eligible to work in EU candidates will be considered. Danske Bank does not offer visa sponsorship.

You will:

On daily basis engage with various stakeholders, identifying and understanding their requirements and demand, work with them on business case preparations
Engage in procurement of IT solutions, SaaS, software, services with the focus on commercial competitiveness, risk management related to financial institutions and total cost of ownership
Implement advanced sourcing activities (RFx, tender, etc.) in alignment with industry standards
Work with outsourcing contracts according to EBA regulations
Facilitate commercial and contractual negotiations in liaison with specialists across Legal, Compliance, Performance Management etc. to ensure compliance to business needs and Group policies
Lead and identify continuous improvement/cost reductions on a regular and proactive basis (i.e. supplier rationalization, demand management, and other proactive opportunities)
Present sourcing cases to management

About you:

3 – 5 years of experience in IT procurement or indirect procurement, solid understanding of procurement process and function
Software, SaaS, PaaS, knowledge from commercial point of view, commercial savviness
Advanced negotiation and contract drafting skills in IT area, knowledge of basic legal terms and contractual obligations
Experience in stakeholder management; proactiveness
Solid interpersonal, verbal, and written communication, and presentation skills with stakeholders, vendors and senior management
Experience in project and program management with preference for execution and delivery of results
Experience in sourcing of IT hardware, telco categories as well as knowledge of outsourcing in financial sector is very beneficial
Research and analytical skills
Advanced English language skills

We offer:

Monthly salary range from 3520 EUR to 5280 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: 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.