Job Description
Function Description
The IT Senior Buyer will ensure that the Software suppliers are reliable, deliver on time and at the best commercial conditions, in compliance with the Group and BNP Paribas Fortis Bank rules of conduct concerning relationships with suppliers and based on software contracting best practices.
The Software Senior Buyer will:
Implement in BNP Paribas Fortis the Group’s IT procurement strategy
Ensure that savings are achieved through the negotiated global or local contracts implementation in line with the needs of the internal customers in terms of cost, quality, lead-times and service level of suppliers.
Monitor the suppliers’ risk on his or her suppliers portfolio,
Contribute to cross category sourcing initiatives and global process and tools initiatives when applicable.
Actively participate in supplier management process such as steering committees, supplier risk and performance assessments to ensure maximum compliance to the contract
Education
Master or Bachelor degree
Required Experience
At least 8 years of relevant experience preferably in Technology and more specific Software Procurement
Technical Experience
Mandatory
Experience with software projects software asset management and strong “Digital affinity”
Detailed understanding of the main commercial and contractual models and the underlying cost drivers applicable in the IT market for Software, Saas and cloud computing.
Capacity to challenge the internal client needs, sense of critical analysis,
Strong project management and reporting skills
Risk analysis,
knowledge of financial analysis,
Legal, contractual and compliance knowledge
Business Experience
Mandatory
Strong know-how of the Software dynamics and its key players,
Strong know-how of software contracting and metrics for cloud environments
Negotiation skills,
Project management skills
Deal shaping / closing capabilities,
Knowledge of financial analysis,
Preferable
Soft Skills
Team player
Quick self-starter, pro-active attitude
Good Communication and Influencing skills
Good analytical and synthesis skills
Autonomy, commitment and perseverance
Ability to work in a dynamic cross functional and diverse environment
