IVMO Vendor Management Specialist (f/m/x)

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology centre in Central and Eastern Europe. Since its set-up in 2013, Bucharest Technology Centre (BEX) has constantly proven its capacity to deliver global technology products and services, playing a dynamic role in the Bank’s technology transformation.

We have a robust, hands-on engineering culture dedicated to continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, technical skill development and networking. We are an essential part of the Bank’s technology platform and develop applications for many important business areas.

The Infrastructure Vendor Management Office (IVMO) manages all contract and vendor legal governance across all Infrastructure divisions in compliance with DB and regulatory requirements and in close cooperation with the Service Owners in the respective Infrastructure Product areas/ countries, the DB Control Functions as well as Global Procurement.

Thereby, the IVMO contributes to the required group wide transparency on DB’s key vendors to drive informed management decisions. Within the IVMO the Vendor Management team is responsible for governing vendor service relationships and activities on a transactional level.

The IVMO is responsible for all Globally Material Vendors and Vendors with “Very High” Inherent Risk, with responsibility for the holistic vendor management, on vendor level, along the end-to-end (e2e) process.

The IVMO is embedded in the Group COO function of the Bank which is responsible for pro-active risk management for all Infra related services/vendors relating to e.g. data privacy, regulatory compliance, third party management and information security, etc.

Responsibilities

• Ensure contracts contain the correct level of Governance, Controls, service and reporting principles and manage Vendor Risk within the Bank and HR risk appetites.
• Ensure vendor adheres to Bank wide regulatory and compliance requirements and risk frameworks.
• Monitor the service relationship via Governance, KPI reporting and tracking.
• Act as primary point of contact for Vendor related audit point or findings.
• Close collaboration with Control Functions, Global Procurement and Service Owners.

Skills

• Experience in Vendor Management within a Financial Institution and end-to-end knowledge of Procurement processes.
• Experience of contract management & governance and solid understanding of contract creation and financials.
• Experience in change execution and working with third parties and cross-functional teams.
• Have a strong appreciation of risks, regulatory requirements and controls generically and in vendor outsourcing and service delivery environment.
• Strong English and communication skills, both oral and written. German language skills (oral and written) is a plus.

Well-being & Benefits

Emotionally and mentally balanced: We support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health.

• Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions. Show your positive attitude, determination, and open-mindedness.
• A professional, passionate, and fun workplace.
• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.
• A culture where you can openly speak about mental health.

Physically thriving: We support you managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive. For example, Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones, healthier ways of working and check-up's.

Socially connected: We strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and well-being.

• Kids@TheOffice - support for unexpected events requiring you to care for your kids during work hours.
• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options
• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, workshops, and more.

Financially secure: We support you to meet personal financial goals during your active career and for the future.

• Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.
• Meal vouchers, bonuses for referrals

Interested in more: discover what our employees value in the Well-being & Benefits hub!

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.