Senior IT Procurement Manager

Job description

As a Senior IT Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for procuring software, SaaS, IT services and hardware, while managing sourcing projects from demand identification through to contract sign-off. This role offers a valuable opportunity to contribute to the implementation of Danske Bank’s IT strategy and play a key role in cost optimisation, compliance initiatives and category management. You will join our IT Procurement team in Lithuania, which is part of Strategic Sourcing Procurement, and work alongside a network of more than 20 IT procurement professionals based in Denmark and Lithuania.

Together, we deliver comprehensive IT procurement services across Danske Bank Group. The role is based in Vilnius. Danske Bank supports workplace flexibility through a hybrid working model, with at least 3 days per week in the office.

What you will be doing

• Engage with a variety of stakeholders daily to identify and understand their requirements and support them in preparing business cases Procure IT solutions, SaaS, software, services, hardware and telecommunications products, with a focus on commercial competitiveness, financial-sector risk management and overall expenditure
• Plan and execute complex sourcing activities, such as RFx processes and tenders, in line with industry standards
• Act as a project manager, guiding and supporting stakeholders through processes including security consultations and data protection assessments
• Manage outsourcing and DORA-related contracts in accordance with EBA regulations
• Lead commercial and contractual negotiations, working closely with specialists from Legal, TPRM, Compliance, Vendor Management and IT Security to ensure alignment with business needs and Group policies Proactively identify opportunities for continuous improvement and cost reduction, such as supplier rationalisation and demand management
• Present sourcing cases to senior management About you 3-5 years of experience in IT procurement and a solid understanding of procurement processes and functions, preferably within the financial sector Commercial and procurement knowledge of software, SaaS, PaaS and IaaS Strong negotiation and contract-drafting skills within IT, including knowledge of key legal terms and contractual obligations
• Strong interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to communicate effectively and present to stakeholders, vendors and senior management
• Demonstrated project and programme management experience, with a focus on implementation and delivering results Experience sourcing IT products and services, including software, cloud solutions, hardware and telecommunications, would be an advantage, as would knowledge of outsourcing, DORA and TPRM processes in the financial sector Advanced English language skills What we offer you Monthly salary range from 4080 EUR to 6120 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. See all the benefits HERE . Your job function (position) in the job contract will be Procurement. Interested? If you have any questions, please contact Vidas Gruodis at [contact redacted]. For applying, please use the link on the job ad.