IT Procurement and Contract Officer. Luxemburgo

Your role – Are you ready for a challenge?

As IT Procurement and Compliance Officer, your mission is to drive excellence in technology integration. You play a central role in strategically procuring top-notch IT goods and services, fostering vendor partnerships, and upholding rigorous standards of compliance and cost-effectiveness.

Your mission begins with strategic procurement operations. You will source, evaluate and negotiate contracts for IT goods and services. Collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, you ensure procurement aligns with departmental needs. Your expertise in developing and implementing procurement strategies contribute to cost optimization and timely delivery.

Moving beyond transactions to relationships, you serve as the vital link between the IT department and vendors. Ensuring every contract reflects our commitment to excellence, you bring meticulous attention to detail in contract administration. This includes reviewing and negotiating contracts and agreements with vendors. Simultaneously, you maintain accurate records, ensuring compliance with legal and company policies.

Reporting to the IT Risk and Governance Manager, your efforts contribute to a resilient IT control environment, aligning with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

As the financial steward of IT procurement, your mission involves optimizing budgets. By overseeing the procurement process through purchase orders, you contribute to accurate budget tracking, providing insightful financial analysis, and empowering informed decision-making.

In summary, your mission is multifaceted: strategic procurement, relationship management, contract administration, governance alignment, and financial stewardship. As the IT Procurement and Contract Officer, you are shaping not just the technology landscape but the future success of Lombard International.

Your responsibilities will be as follows:

    Procurement Operations:

        Source, evaluate, and negotiate contracts for IT goods and services

        Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align procurement with departmental needs

        Develop and implement procurement strategies for cost optimization and timely delivery

    Contract Administration:

        Draft, review, and negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors

        Ensure contract compliance, adherence to legal and company policies

        Maintain accurate records of contracts and related documentation

    Vendor Relationships:

        Establish and maintain collaborative relationships with IT vendors

        Evaluate vendor performance, identify cost-saving opportunities, and conduct regular reviews

    Compliance and Risk Oversight:

        Stay informed about relevant laws, regulations, and industry best practices

        Ensure procurement and contracts comply with legal and regulatory requirements

        Mitigate risks associated with contracts and procurement processes

    Financial Oversight:

        Collaborate with finance teams for accurate tracking of IT procurement budgets

        Provide financial analysis and reports related to procurement activities.

Your profile – Have you got what it takes to become our IT Procurement and Contract Officer?

Required

    Bachelor's degree in Finance, Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field

    Proven experience in IT procurement, contracts management, or a related role

    Strong negotiation and vendor management skills

    Familiarity with legal aspects of contracts and procurement processes

    Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

    Detail-oriented with and analytical skills

    Strong organizational skills, capable of setting priorities, meeting deadlines, and delivering quality work

    Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment

    Experience managing multiple tasks of varying scale and complexity simultaneously

    Autonomy and sense of responsibility

    Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team, fostering positive professional relationships both internally and externally

    Fluency in English

Additional Assets

    Certification in procurement or supply chain management (e.g., CSCP, CPSM)

    Experience with IT contract management software

    Knowledge of industry trends and emerging technologies

    Familiarity with IT hardware, software, and services