As an IT Contract Manager, you will work on complex and strategically important contracts within the IT domain of a government organization. You will operate at the intersection of procurement, IT, business operations, and the market, ensuring that the organization not only makes good agreements but also optimally utilizes them. You will be a strong strategic discussion partner for internal clients, suppliers, and colleagues.
You will oversee the bigger picture, identify risks and opportunities, and connect various interests. With your knowledge and advice, you will guide contracts of great significance for the continuity and deployability of the organization.
What you will do.
- Provide direction for the contract management of complex and strategically important IT contracts.
- Advise clients, management, and procurement colleagues on contractual, commercial, and strategic issues.
- Conduct complex negotiations and act as a strong discussion partner for strategic suppliers.
- Analyze contracts, market developments, and risks, translating them into concrete advice and improvements.
- Contribute to contract and procurement strategies and advise on the best approach.
- Identify bottlenecks and interests at various levels and ensure they are addressed appropriately.
- Guide and coach fellow contract managers and actively share your knowledge and experience.
- Contribute to the further professionalization of contract management within the IT procurement department.
What they ask
- University (Master's) level of work and thinking.
- CATS CM Expert or a comparable qualification, or the willingness to obtain it.
- Extensive experience in managing complex and multidisciplinary contracts.
- Experience with European tenders and complex negotiations.
- Experience in advising internal clients and/or management on contractual and strategic issues.
- Good command of both Dutch and English, verbally and in writing.
Profile
- Strong analytical skills and ability to translate complex issues into clear advice.
- Organizationally sensitive and understands how different interests and organizational levels relate to each other.
- Strategic and results-oriented, daring to provide direction when the situation demands it.
- Connecting and convincing, able to get various parties on board with your advice.
- Acts with integrity and keeps the organization's interests in mind, even in commercial and complex matters.
Practical
- Possibility of (inter)national projects and business trips.
- Room for training and career growth opportunities.
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