Business Applications Technology Sourcing Manager
This role focuses on optimizing Barclays' third-party spend requirements by developing strategies for relevant categories in close collaboration with the business. The position involves executing strategic sourcing and developing/optimizing buying channels.
Accountabilities
1. Analyze spend profiles within categories and understand business strategies, requirements, cost drivers, and opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify sourcing needs, develop RFPs, and ensure sourcing aligns with bank priorities.
2. Plan and execute sourcing events, including RFPs/RFXs, and negotiate to meet business needs for value, speed, compliance, and risk management.
3. Monitor controls and compliance throughout the sourcing cycle, including regulatory engagement, audits, and data quality.
4. Develop, implement, and operate sourcing policies and procedures aligned with standards, compliance, and regulations.
5. Identify and deliver process improvements for sourcing effectiveness, control, and efficiency, including channel optimization.
6. Stay informed on industry trends by attending conferences, training, and conducting market research.
7. Advise on decision-making, contribute to policy development, and collaborate with other functions and divisions.
8. Lead a team or guide collaborative assignments, setting objectives, coaching, and appraising performance.
9. Demonstrate leadership behaviors to foster an environment of excellence, including listening, inspiring, aligning, and developing others.
10. Manage complex tasks, coordinate with other areas, and contribute to organizational objectives.
11. Perform complex data analysis from various sources to solve problems creatively.
12. Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively and influence stakeholders to achieve outcomes.
All colleagues are expected to embody Barclays' values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and demonstrate the Barclays Mindset of Empower, Challenge, and Drive.
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