Join us as a Technology Sourcing Manager at Barclays, responsible for optimizing and addressing Barclays' 3rd party spend requirements. This includes defining, developing, and implementing approaches for relevant spend categories in collaboration with the business, alongside executing strategic sourcing and buying channel development/optimization.
To succeed, you should have experience with:
* Stakeholder Management
* Strong Negotiation Skills
Valuable additional skills include:
* Strong Business Communication Skills
The role may be based in Glasgow, Manchester, or Knutsford.
Purpose of the role
To optimize and address Barclays' 3rd party spend requirements through strategic sourcing and category management, working closely with internal stakeholders to align sourcing activities with the bank’s needs and priorities.
Accountabilities
* Profile spend and understand business strategy, requirements, and cost levers. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify sourcing needs, develop RFPs, and ensure sourcing aligns with bank priorities.
* Plan and execute sourcing events, including RFP/RFXs and negotiations to meet business requirements for value, speed, compliance, and risk.
* Monitor controls and compliance throughout the sourcing cycle, including regulatory engagement, controls, audits, and data quality.
* Develop and implement policies and procedures for sourcing activities aligned with policies, standards, and regulations.
* Identify and deliver process improvements, including buying channel optimization.
* Stay informed on industry trends through conferences, training, and market research.
* Advise on decision-making, contribute to policy development, and collaborate across functions.
* Lead a team or guide collaborative assignments, setting objectives, coaching, and performance appraisal. Demonstrate leadership behaviors such as listening, inspiring, aligning, and developing others.
* Consult on complex issues, support risk mitigation, and develop policies for control and governance.
* Manage risks and strengthen controls related to sourcing activities.
* Perform cross-area work, understanding how different areas contribute to organizational objectives.
* Engage in complex data analysis from multiple sources to solve problems creatively.
* Communicate complex or sensitive information effectively.
* Influence stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.
All colleagues are expected to embody Barclays' Values: Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence, and Stewardship, and demonstrate the Barclays Mindset: Empower, Challenge, and Drive.
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