Strategic Tech Sourcing Lead

Barclays Bank Plc; Tandridge; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major bank in the UK is seeking a Technology Sourcing Manager to manage third-party spend requirements, focusing on strategic sourcing and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation and risk management skills, alongside excellent time management and communication abilities. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders to align sourcing needs with business strategy and executing sourcing events efficiently. The position offers a chance to contribute to operational effectiveness and policy development in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience with risk management and strong negotiation skills.
• Excellent time management skills are crucial.
• Strong business communications skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Profile spend in category area to develop understanding of business strategy.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify sourcing needs.
• Plan and execute sourcing events ensuring alignment with business requirements.
• Guide controls and compliance requirements throughout the sourcing cycle.
• Develop policies aligned to sourcing activities and relevant regulation.
• Identify change opportunities to improve sourcing processes.

Skills

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Negotiation skills

Time management

Business communications

Job description

A major bank in the UK is seeking a Technology Sourcing Manager to manage third-party spend requirements, focusing on strategic sourcing and compliance. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation and risk management skills, alongside excellent time management and communication abilities. This role involves collaboration with stakeholders to align sourcing needs with business strategy and executing sourcing events efficiently. The position offers a chance to contribute to operational effectiveness and policy development in a dynamic environment.