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IT/Technology Procurement Manager with German (all genders)
Bratislava
Job No. 13162937
Full-time - Hybrid
Job Description
WHAT WILL YOU DO
Accenture Procurement Plus is seeking an experienced Procurement professional to support the sourcing & contracting execution for the IT/Technology category for DACH region (Austria, Switzerland, Germany), which covers HW, SW, Telecoms and IT Managed Services areas.
Procurement Plus organization is closely supporting Accenture’s business with full source-to-contract activities, not just managing savings or purchase orders.
The IT/Technology category includes all sourcing activities involving third-party companies employed by Accenture to support Accenture’s internal and external clients’ IT requirements.
Key responsibilities include:
Lead sourcing & contracting projects (strategy co-creation and execution, supplier and contract negotiation, award recommendations, business case presentations and supplier contract execution).
Work with senior-level stakeholders to lead and execute strategic sourcing projects.
Communicate with customer stakeholders regarding the status of the procurement aspect of the project.
Ability to work closely with other internal stakeholders like Legal, Information Security, Platform Management team, Contract Managers, and Supplier Relationship Management teams as required by the project.
Participate in initiatives to improve productivity and efficiency to support company and account growth.
Keep up to date with new processes and technologies, look for ways to be more innovative and suggest automation options where possible.
Provide project reports or issues status reports.
Work with team members to enhance their business and category knowledge.
Ensure the consistent delivery of sourcing services that meet and exceed savings targets.
INTERESTED?
Please apply directly for the role on our career portal and if you experience any issues, please send us your CV to karolina.cechova@accenture.com or feel free to ask any question related to job positions & career opportunities in Accenture.
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WHAT WE OFFER
Accenture offers a competitive compensation package. As required by the Slovak law we hereby state, that the legal monthly minimum gross base pay ranges from 2 850 € depending on your professional and personal qualifications in the required areas.
Recognition:
• Guaranteed paid overtime or overtime vacation
• Flexible Benefit System - budget to be spent on services of your choice
• Competitive bonus structure
• Refer-a-Friend – get a bonus in the employee referral program
• Loyalty rewards
Flexibility:
• Flexible working arrangements (time & place of work)
Future:
• Wide range of trainings and expert lectures
• Regular performance review and career growth possibilities
• Ongoing career guidance and mentoring (Global Mentoring Program, Lean In)
• Employee share purchase plan
Family & Health:
• 3 extra days off
• Sick leave salary compensation (up to 100%)
• Home-office equipment
• Family oriented benefits (Wedding, Parental and Baby days-off and bonuses)
• Employee assistance services (professional psychological, financial and legal help)
• Multisport card
Qualifications
WHAT WE EXPECT
Business Related Degree or equivalent experience.
7+ years of relevant procurement experience with at least 2+ years in sourcing & contracting and 2+ years of experience in managing IT categories is necessary.
Advanced proficiency in English (C1) and German (B2).
Understanding of the legislation in the ASG region (and/or Europe) related to procurement and to the use of subcontractors.
Intermediate/High level Microsoft Office proficiency including expertise in MS Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
Understanding of supplier sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier management, with experience in supporting or delivering tender management and negotiating agreements or Service Level Agreements.
Demonstrable experience in leading small teams, if required.
Skills in manipulating data and a quick learner of new systems and tools with the ability to understand and develop pricing models and analyses/interpret commercial proposals.
Excellent negotiation & influencing skills while engaging with senior management within Accenture or Accenture’s suppliers.
Ability to plan, prioritize and deliver own work.
Nice to have - Professional Procurement Qualification or IT Service Management qualification (MCIPS/CIPS qualification beneficial).
