Do you want to make a difference and contribute to creating a better world? Are you interested in developing your skills and knowledge, while putting your ideals to work? Join us, we are a frontrunner in ethical banking and global impact investing, and we need people like you to make change happen.

We believe that money can change the world for the better. In fact, our organisation was founded on this belief. Our mission is to create a society that protects and promotes the quality of life of all its members with human dignity at its core.

Currently, we’re on a journey of implementing new organisational model, which will allow us to better support our customers and further professionalise our ways of working. For procurement area this means moving towards uniform and efficient processes and creating single points of responsibility for the group. To make this possible we would like to bring on board a proactive and experienced Sourcing Manager to join our Group Procurement team.

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How you will make a difference

You will help us to ‘finance change to change finance’, by playing a pivotal role in supporting the business in sourcing our ICT services and supporting the Contract Owner in achieving successful outcomes. This position requires a strategic thinker with a strong understanding of procurement processes, ICT/AI technologies and excellent communication skills.

As a part of your daily routine:

• You will collaborate with business owners on mapping sourcing planning to business planning
• You will ensure that the sourcing strategy adds value and optimizes costs while minimizing risks
• You will challenge Contract Owners and Business lines on multi-discipline value/cost/risk/ESG optimization.
• You will coach Procurement Managers and provide guidance on complex procurement queries.
• You will support Contract Owner in responding to information requests from regulators, external and internal audit.
• You will develop and maintain sourcing tools, training, best practices, and processes.
• You will establish or assist in establishing clear requirements for procurement processes.
• You will write or contribute to writing the value case for procurement decisions.
• You will take the lead in the selection process towards potential suppliers.
• You will lead negotiations with potential suppliers to achieve favorable terms and conditions.
• You will provide support to the Contract Manager/Owner in contracting potential suppliers.

What you will bring

Your unique potential and your values matter for us most. We look for people who are self-aware and who think in a holistic way, always conscious about their impact on society, environment, and the economy.

To be successful in this role, you will:

• be a proactive and results-driven professional who aim to contribute to strategic procurement processes within a dynamic organization.
• be led by values of cooperation and collaboration, practicing active listening and empathy
• act with integrity and honesty, daring to speak up and have difficult conversations when needed
• be a high-impact leader and team player, promoting inclusive leadership throughout the organisation

Furthermore, it is expected that you will have:

• previous experience in sourcing management, preferably in financial institution
• practical knowledge of DORA, EBA, GOA and other applicable regulations
• practice in working with various stakeholders and ability to build long-term relations at all levels in the organization
• NEVI, CIPS or comparable certification (as an asset)

Your future colleagues

You will report directly to Group Procurement Director and collaborate closely with Corporate Procurement Managers, including Contract Managers within your team. Additionally, you will engage with Contract Owners, other colleagues, and internal key stakeholders to establish the most effective structure for future endeavours.

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Sounds interesting?

If you feel that you want to make a difference, don’t hesitate to join the Triodos community by applying for this role.

Everyone is welcome to join us. Our culture is built on values that aim to benefit both society and individuals. We are committed to equity and diversity, and we value everyone’s perspective. We strive to create an environment in which all co-workers and our broader community can feel safe and included.

The closing date for applications is: 17.04.2024

If the role interests you but you still have some questions, please connect with us. If there are any additional adjustments you may need during the application process, please contact us via email: careers@triodos.com

We also don’t want to miss out on candidates who feel they don’t exactly match the job description, so if this is a role that sounds interesting to you, and you feel you could add value, please apply!

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Who we are

Triodos Bank is a leading expert in sustainable banking, founded in 1980 in the Netherlands, with branches in Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom, and Spain.

Triodos Investment Management is a globally recognised leader in impact investing, that currently manages 20 funds invested in both Europe and emerging markets.

Triodos Regenerative Money Centre is our business unit launched in 2019 with the explicit goal of restoring and regenerating nature and society.

We are a certified B Corp since 2015. B Corp is a growing global community of successful and sustainable companies that create positive social impact and change.

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