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About the role
As a Technology Sourcing Manager at Barclays, you will optimize and manage Barclays' third-party spend requirements. This includes defining, developing, and implementing strategies for relevant spend categories in close collaboration with the business, focusing on strategic sourcing and channel development/optimization.
Key skills and experience
* Commercial acumen
* Supplier negotiations
* Stakeholder management
Valued additional skills
* Financial analysis
* CIPS certification (preferred)
Location
This role can be based in Knutsford, Manchester, or Glasgow.
Purpose of the role
To develop strategies for third-party spend, working closely with stakeholders to ensure sourcing activities align with bank priorities, including managing the sourcing cycle from request to contract and ensuring compliance and controls.
Responsibilities
* Profile spend, understand business strategy, and identify sourcing needs.
* Plan and execute sourcing events, including RFPs and negotiations.
* Monitor controls and compliance throughout the sourcing process.
* Develop and implement sourcing policies and procedures.
* Identify opportunities to improve sourcing effectiveness and efficiency.
* Stay updated on industry trends through research and conferences.
Leadership expectations
* Influence decision-making and contribute to policy development.
* Lead a team or guide collaborative projects, setting objectives and coaching.
* Demonstrate leadership behaviors such as listening, inspiring, aligning, and developing others.
* Manage risks and strengthen controls.
* Engage in complex data analysis and communicate effectively.
* Influence stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
Core values and mindset
Demonstrate Barclays' values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship. Embody the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, Drive.
Nice-to-have skills
* Stakeholder management
* Financial analysis
Work experience
General project management experience preferred.
Languages
English required.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level.
Employment type
Full-time.
Job function
Purchasing and Supply Chain.
Industries
Technology, Information and Internet.
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