Strategic Technology Procurement Manager

Location:

Dublin 2 – Ireland

Salary:

Competitive

Type:

Permanent

Main Industry:

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Other Industries & Skills: 

Utilities & Services

Advertiser:

Bentley Systems

Job ID:

131129512

Posted On: 

22 September 2024

Strategic Technology Procurement Manager

Location: Dublin – Ireland

Work Mode: Hybrid – home based

Position Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Strategic Technology Procurement Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in vendor management practices, exceptional leadership abilities, and a commitment to driving cost-efficiency while maintaining high-quality vendor partnerships. Your primary focus will be on ensuring effective vendor selection, negotiation, contract management, and performance evaluation. This role demands strategic thinking, exceptional communication skills, and the ability to collaborate across various departments to achieve organizational goals efficiently. 

The Strategic Technology Procurement manager plays a pivotal role in maintaining effective vendor relationships crucial to Bentley’s success. This position requires a strategic thinker with strong leadership qualities and a keen eye for optimizing vendor partnerships while aligning them with Bentley’s mission and values.  

Your Day-to-Day:

-Develop and implement strategic procurement plans for technology-related goods and services in alignment with the organization’s objectives and budgetary requirements.  

-Identify, evaluate, and select technology vendors and suppliers based on quality, pricing, reliability, and other relevant criteria.  

-Negotiate contracts, terms, and agreements with suppliers to secure favorable pricing, service level agreements (SLAs), and delivery terms while mitigating risks.  

-Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including IT, finance, and other departments, to understand technology needs and requirements.  

-Manage supplier relationships, monitor performance, and conduct regular reviews to ensure adherence to contractual obligations and service levels.  

-Analyze market trends, technological advancements, and industry best practices to recommend improvements in procurement processes and identify cost-saving opportunities.  

-Ensure compliance with legal, regulatory, and company policies in all procurement activities. 

-Assess and mitigate risks associated with vendor partnerships, including security, compliance, and operational risks. 

-Develop contingency plans to address potential disruptions in the supply chain or vendor services. 

-Develop and maintain procurement budgets, track expenditures, and provide regular reports and analysis to management. 

-Analyze data to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement in vendor management processes.  

-Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations to present key procurement metrics and insights to stakeholders.  
 

What You Bring to The Team:

-5-7 years of proven experience in technology procurement, strategic sourcing, vendor management, and large project/program management, preferably in a leadership role.  

-Strong negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills.   

-Excellent analytical abilities with proficiency in data-driven decision-making.  

-Ability to handle multiple projects, prioritize assignments, and work effectively in a dynamic environment.  

-Exceptional communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.  

-In-depth knowledge of technology trends, market dynamics, and procurement best practices.  

-Skilled at working collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment.  

-Proficiency in procurement software/tools and MS Office Suite.  

-Familiarity with vendor management software or tools is an advantage.  

-Certification in procurement or vendor management (e.g., CSCP, CPIM, CPM) is a plus. 

-This role requires 1 trip per year to the corporate office in Exton, PA. 
 

What We Offer:

-A great Team and culture – please see our Recruitment Video.

-An exciting career as an integral part of a world-leading software company providing solutions for architecture, engineering, and construction.
-Competitive Salary and benefits.
-The opportunity to work within a global and diverse international team.
-A supportive and collaborative environment.
-Colleague Recognition Awards.
 

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About Bentley Systems:

Bentley Systems (Nasdaq: BSY) is the infrastructure engineering software company. We provide innovative software to advance the world’s infrastructure – sustaining both the global economy and environment. Our industry-leading software solutions are used by professionals, and organizations of every size, for the design, construction, and operations of roads and bridges, rail and transit, water and wastewater, public works and utilities, buildings and campuses, mining, and industrial facilities. Our offerings, powered by the iTwin Platform for infrastructure digital twins, include MicroStation and Bentley Open applications for modeling and simulation, Seequent’s software for geoprofessionals, and Bentley Infrastructure Cloud encompassing ProjectWise for project delivery, SYNCHRO for construction management, and AssetWise for asset operations. Bentley Systems’ 5,200 colleagues generate annual revenues of more than $1 billion in 194 countries.

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