Job Title
Procurement Senior Specialist
Reports To
Head of Procurement
Main Responsibilities

In the scope of your procurement responsibilities, cooperate and support the development and implementation of ING sourcing strategies at local level
Deliver local TECH/IT Sourcing Category Strategy, ensuring management in line with Bank strategy and processes/regulations compliance
Independently lead procurement processes at local level
Interact at global level to propose and share best practices, relevant projects, and guidelines to be applied at local level
Act as an advisor/mentor for new employees and co‑workers in lower positions and coordinate them to deliver results in line with targets
Initiate and implement sourcing strategy and processes (RFQ/RFI/RFP/Auction/contract definition). Propose analysis and ensure their quality (spend, market, demand, etc.)
Ensure completeness of documentation (contracts/RFP/reports, regulation check completion through an internal platform, etc.)
Support junior employees within the team
Conduct market analysis and strategy: strong knowledge of TECH/IT category spend and third‑party risk within banking industry (EBA / DORA)
Identify and promote sourcing initiatives aiming to achieve cost optimisation, higher quality of services, innovation, and better value for money
Collect business needs/requirements and be able to challenge technical and functional specifications
Design the tender process identifying internal and external stakeholders, leading tasks and related communication
Define tender documentation and manage operational steps of tenders independently (supplier involvement, tender doc definition, offers comparison, negotiation, contract definition)
Review and adapt offers to ensure they meet internal requirements and policies
Challenge internal demand to pursue cost optimisation
Approve requests, follow up until purchase order dispatch
Manage supplier onboarding and qualification
Prepare contract documentation with direct responsibility for the economic part and coordinate with other departments for the rest
Identify problems or improvements in existing contracts and propose improvements
Monitor contract status and plan renewal activities and negotiate according to TECH/IT Category strategy
Create and foster a good relationship with suppliers, identifying key stakeholders and decision makers
Execute procedures and controls in line with bank policies and regulations (e.g., supplier onboarding, KYS, contract monitoring)
Identify and implement remediation activities driven by bank policies and procedures
Provide support on updating local procedures/policies in line with head office guidelines when required
Perform spend analysis and formulate reports concerning purchasing activities individually
Compile head office/local reports on sourcing activities, contracts status, and active suppliers
Prepare PPT to share with middle/high management of the Bank

Qualifications

Bachelor/university degree in Economics or equivalent
At least +5 years’ experience in IT procurement category
Advanced user of ERP, Excel, PPT, Access, spend analysis tools, e‑sourcing platforms
Knowledge of bank processes and all procurement guidelines, procedures and regulations
Knowledge of sourcing methods and market best practices

Soft Skills

Team spirit
Highly committed
Accuracy
Pro‑active and problem‑solving attitude
Good project management skills (ability to maintain governance and overview on whole activities and related progress)
Excellent organizational and communication skills at local and global level
Very high analytical skills
Negotiation skills in Italian and English
Proficient knowledge of English

Working Conditions

Full Time
Permanent
Milan (hybrid)

About ING
ING offers many opportunities to build a diverse and rewarding career. You will be joining an international innovative digital bank, the first in Italy to adopt a fully flexible smart working model, and you will be working in a stimulating environment where you can grow both as an individual and as a professional. Our purpose – empowering people to stay a step ahead in life and in business – represents our belief in people’s potential. We don’t judge, coach or tell people how to live their lives. We empower people and businesses to realize their own vision for a better future. Do you think you are “a step ahead”? Apply now!
The Benefits of Joining ING

Super flexible smart working
Competitive base salaries and performance based bonuses
Diverse cultures & Innovative mindsets
International Environment
Commitment to sustainability
Lots of training development opportunities to help you grow
Lots of moments dedicated to physical and mental well‑being
A special day off when it is your birthday: we call it #doyourbirthday!
Free water & coffee at the office!

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