IT Procurement Manager

Key Responsibilities • Lead end-to-end procurement and strategic sourcing across IT, technology, professional services and other indirect categories. • Develop and execute sourcing strategies, RFPs, RFQs, vendor evaluations and commercial negotiations. • Manage procurement for software, SaaS, cloud, cybersecurity, IT infrastructure, telecommunications, managed services, system integration and technology consulting. • Manage strategic supplier relationships, contracts, renewals, SLAs and supplier performance. • Partner with IT, Cybersecurity, Information Security, Finance, Risk, Legal, Compliance and business functions. • Drive cost optimization, benchmarking, savings and total-cost-of-ownership initiatives. • Lead commercial negotiations and ensure appropriate contractual and commercial protections. • Support technology vendor due diligence and third-party risk management. • Ensure procurement activities comply with internal policies, governance frameworks and applicable regulatory requirements. • Monitor market and industry developments and identify emerging technologies, suppliers and procurement opportunities relevant to banking. • Develop procurement strategies that support the Bank's digital transformation, innovation and growth agenda. • Continuously improve procurement processes, controls, supplier performance and overall value delivery. What We're Looking For • 10+ years of progressive procurement and strategic sourcing experience, with significant experience in banking or financial services. • Proven banking procurement experience, preferably within a UAE or GCC banking environment. • Demonstrated diversified procurement experience across IT/Technology as well as other indirect and corporate procurement categories. • Strong understanding of the banking industry, financial services ecosystem, technology landscape and evolving market trends. • Broad industry knowledge with the ability to benchmark practices, suppliers, commercial models and emerging solutions across industries. • Strong hands-on experience in IT and technology procurement. • Good understanding of cloud, SaaS, software licensing, cybersecurity, infrastructure, telecommunications and IT services. • Proven experience in complex commercial negotiations, contract management and strategic vendor management. • Strong understanding of procurement governance, third-party risk, supplier due diligence and regulatory requirements within banking. • Ability to work effectively with senior stakeholders across technology, business, risk, finance, legal and compliance functions. • Strong analytical, commercial, negotiation and stakeholder-management skills. • Master's degree in Procurement, Supply Chain, Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology or a related discipline is required. • CIPS, CPSM or equivalent professional procurement certification is preferred. The Ideal Candidate We are looking for a well-rounded procurement professional with strong banking experience and broad industry exposure, who understands that procurement in a digital bank extends beyond cost and transactional purchasing. The ideal candidate will: • Understand the banking and financial services environment and its regulatory, operational and technology requirements. • Bring cross-industry knowledge and market intelligence to identify innovative procurement approaches and best practices. • Be commercially astute while understanding the importance of risk, governance, cybersecurity, resilience and regulatory compliance in banking. • Be adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-moving, technology-driven and evolving environment. • Demonstrate the ability to align procurement strategies with Reem Bank's vision, values, digital first approach and long-term growth objectives. • • Be open to new ideas, technologies, operating models and ways of working. • Build strong relationships across the organization and act as a strategic business partner rather than operating only as a transactional procurement function. • Have the maturity and flexibility to adapt to the evolving needs and strategic direction of Reem Bank. Function : Procurement / Strategic Sourcing Industry : Digital Banking / Financial Services Experience : 10+ years Education : Master's degree required Banking Experience : Required Industry Exposure : Broad/diversified industry knowledge preferred CIPS/CPSM: Preferred