Vendor Manager - Paternity Cover

Senior Vendor Manager
Location: Bucharest
Type of contract : B2B
Length of contract : 6 months

Role Purpose
The Strategic Vendor Manager is responsible for ensuring that vendors deliver value for money while minimising risk for services and products allocated to Global Capability & Operational Leads within the Engineering Division. This role oversees the full contract lifecycle—from tendering through delivery and acceptance to termination—while driving financial efficiency, compliance, and strategic vendor relationships.

Key Responsibilities:
Pre-Contract Activities:
  • Collaborate with Capability Owners and Technical Leads to align vendor contracts with technology strategy.
  • Gather requirements and document current state; explore alternatives to existing vendors/products.
  • Provide input to business cases and negotiate terms (Service Levels, Governance, Credits, Billing, Reporting).
  • Approve deals via email for Purchase Order creation.
Post-Contract Management
  • Establish operating rhythms and service reviews to ensure vendor performance meets expectations.
  • Act as the escalation point for contractual and commercial disputes within the Engineering Division.
  • Manage contract terminations, renewals, and transfers with due diligence and stakeholder consultation.
  • Administer contract changes in line with change management processes and maintain central repositories.
Control & Governance
  • Develop strategic plans for vendor interaction and demand management.
  • Maintain and update vendor databases.
  • Promote vendor management programs and processes across Procurement, Finance, and key stakeholders.
  • Monitor, report, and review vendor performance using metrics and account plans.
  • Drive continuous process and quality improvements in collaboration with Global Capability Owners, Finance, and Procurement.
  • Facilitate vendor audits and benchmarking activities when required.
Policy & Compliance
  • Ensure adherence to client contracting processes and procurement operating models.
  • Enforce compliance with Third Party Risk Management, SOX, Logical Systems Access, and Service Management processes.
  • Communicate vendor management vision and strategy internally and externally.
  • Advocate for vendor management as a strategic lever through relationship building and measurable results.
Financial Control
  • Own and manage budgets for technology vendors.
  • Review and analyze invoices to verify accuracy and enforce payment terms.
  • Coordinate activities between Finance, Business, and Vendors to ensure timely payments.
  • Forecast costs for supplier agreements and inform stakeholders of contract changes for accurate budgeting.
  • Perform cost-benefit analyses, benchmark products/services, and recommend cost-saving initiatives.
Required Knowledge & Experience
  • Proven experience in Vendor Management and Contract Management.
  • Competency in ITIL and/or CIPS frameworks.
  • Strong background in Procurement and Vendor Governance.
  • Global perspective with the ability to operate regionally and locally.
  • Experience with e-procurement tools, vendor scorecards, and customer surveys.
  • Effective negotiation and strategic thinking skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.

Personal Attributes
  • Self-motivated, dynamic, and able to work independently.
  • Strong relationship-building, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Excellent customer service and writing abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple tasks successfully.

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Summary

Job Type
Contract
Industry
Banking & Financial Services
Location
Bucharest
Specialism
Projects & Change Management
Ref:
1197027
Closing date
25 Jan 2026

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Vadim Baltag, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Hays Bucharest
Premium Plaza, 63-69 Dr. Iacob Felix Street, 7th floor

Telephone: +40 723 163 701

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