IT Vendor Expert (m/f)

Technologies We Use

• vendor management

About the Project

We are expanding the IT Vendor Management team located in the IT Strategy, Architecture, and Organization Division.

Shaping relationships with the bank's technology partners is an important element of our strategy. Therefore, we ensure that this cooperation brings the greatest possible benefits. We focus on building trust and responsibility with vendors to deliver stable solutions, new functionalities, and innovations to the bank's clients.

As a consequence of the introduction of the DORA Regulation, the importance of managing regulatory requirements in the area of technology partnerships has increased.

Therefore, we are looking for a person who has knowledge and experience in cooperation with vendors, focused on aspects of IT sourcing risk management and key aspects of DORA.

The scope of the position also includes the area of managing license agreement renewals in terms of regulatory compliance and efficiency.

This is How We Organize Our Work

• internally within the organization
• you have an impact on the choice of tools and technologies
• you focus on code maintenance

• architect
• product owner
• project manager
• IT administrator

Your Responsibilities

1. Responsibility for the vendor portfolio within the IT vendor management process:

- Conducting periodic meetings to summarize and evaluate cooperation between the Bank and IT vendors for key agreements

- Monitoring, reporting, and communicating regarding IT agreements and vendors

2. Managing regulatory risks in the area of ICT vendor sourcing, in accordance with the requirements of the DORA Regulation concerning third parties:

- Ensuring compliance with DORA Regulation requirements regarding the maintenance of the Information Register and notifications

- Consolidating and managing data required for reporting the Information Register

- Conducting classification of purchases and agreements in relation to DORA – in accordance with processes adopted by the Bank

- Compliance with internal procedures for IT vendor management reflecting Regulatory requirements

3. Managing IT license renewals through:

- Supervising data accuracy in the Bank's central license agreement register

- Cooperating with the responsible license custodians regarding the timeliness of data related to license expiration

- Coordinating and improving the process of initiating renewals through procurement procedures in the Bank

- Controlling DORA regulatory compliance risk in the area of license agreements

4. Supporting vendor data management and reporting:

- Participating in the preparation and consolidation of data concerning individual IT agreements and vendors

- Working on developing management information in the form of dashboards with analysis of trends, risks, and recommendations for action

5. Supporting efforts in IT spending and cost optimization

- Participating in planning and validating the potential for cost-saving initiatives in IT

- Coordinating the implementation of individual cost-saving initiatives with Budget Owners and supporting units

6. Proposing standardization of activities and vendor management areas to facilitate task execution for process participants and optimize working time

- Preparing regulations and guidelines in the area of vendor and supply chain management

7. Implementing improvements

- Ensuring good relationships with other units

Our Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of experience in the financial industry
• Minimum 3 years of experience in vendor management (in the IT area)
• Knowledge of processes and best practices for Software Asset Management (SAM)
• Knowledge of regulations concerning cooperation with third parties and the use of IT tools – including EBA Outsourcing, DORA, NIST, AI Act
• Knowledge of reporting tools
• Experience in carrying out vendor management activities in a dedicated IT tool (including setting SLA and KPI parameters, measurements, reporting, dashboard preparation)
• Analytical skills and the ability to draw conclusions based on reviewing data from various sources (e.g., asset management, architecture maps, financial data, service delivery quality data)
• Experience in configuring processes and administering vendor management tools (welcome, optional)
• Knowledge of the market for IT products and services vendors in Poland and worldwide
• Ability to work in a large and matrix corporate environment
• Ability to cooperate and influence all management levels.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• High interpersonal and leadership skills – leadership, cooperation, coordination, and negotiation.
• Very good knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Access, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Energetic and demonstrating excellent work ethic
• Willingness and ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts
• Good knowledge of Agile methodologies

What We Offer

• Joining an organization with a global reach, which is part of the BNP Paribas banking group present in 64 countries with a 200-year tradition;
• Work in a place where you can be yourself regardless of your psychosexual orientation, gender identity, age, origin, skin color, or type of disability. Everyone is welcome here;
• High autonomy in action with the support of your supervisor, which is confirmed by over 90% of employees;
• Opportunity to make your own decisions, experiment, and create your unique path of experiences;
• Development opportunities both within the bank and in companies within the BNP Paribas Group, both domestically and abroad;

This is How We Work on the Project

• documentation
• task tracking tools
• test automation

These are the Development Opportunities We Provide

• conferences in Poland
• in-house training
• technical knowledge exchange within the company

Benefits

• subsidy for sports activities
• private medical care
• subsidy for language learning
• subsidy for training and courses
• life insurance
• remote work option
• discounts on company products and services
• employee referral program
• charity initiatives
• cafeteria package
• well-being program

Professional Development is Like in a Bank:

- Defined career paths.

- Internal training programs: IcanDo IT, UniversITy, Training Platform, GOtech Week.

- Internal recruitment – opportunity to change position, team, department – in Poland and globally.

- Management programs and daily inspiration – mentoring, coaching, knowledge exchange among employees.

More at https://www.bnpparibas.pl/kariera/pl/rozwoj

We know that good decisions can sometimes be non-obvious. Here you can co-create an organizational culture where we feel we can be ourselves and that together we can achieve more. Join BNP Paribas Bank and build a Bank of good decisions with us.

Do you feel this is the job and place for you?

About the Team:

We are expanding the IT Vendor Management team located in the IT Strategy, Architecture, and Organization Division.

Shaping relationships with the bank's technology partners is an important element of our strategy. Therefore, we ensure that this cooperation brings the greatest possible benefits. We focus on building trust and responsibility with vendors to deliver stable solutions, new functionalities, and innovations to the bank's clients.

As a consequence of the introduction of the DORA Regulation, the importance of managing regulatory requirements in the area of technology partnerships has increased.

Therefore, we are looking for a person who has knowledge and experience in cooperation with vendors, focused on aspects of IT sourcing risk management and key aspects of DORA.

The scope of the position also includes the area of managing license agreement renewals in terms of regulatory compliance and efficiency.

At BNP Paribas Bank, We Have for You:

• Employment contract without a probation period.
• Transparent bonus conditions.
• Comprehensive Lux Med medical care for you and your loved ones.
• “Dobrze” Program – corporate wellness program (yoga, fitness, webinars, consultations with a dietitian, psychologist, trainer).
• Health Days – time for prevention, rest, and meetings with health and well-being experts.
• MultiSport card on preferential terms for you and your family.
• Group insurance (life, accident, children’s) – on preferential terms, with broad coverage.
• Discounts on travel and car insurance.
• Wide opportunities for involvement in volunteering – 2 days off work for social engagement.
• Additional 2 days for rest for using your vacation leave.
• Discounts and preferential terms on selected bank products.
• Employee referral program.
• Work in a place where you can be yourself regardless of your sexual orientation, gender identity, skin color, origin, age, or type of disability.
• You can work in a place that gives the green light

Mission and Vision of BNP Paribas Bank: We support our Clients in achieving their plans and dreams. Always and everywhere. More than a leading international bank and a leader in sustainable finance. A trusted partner responding to local needs and opening global opportunities.

Together, we have committed to being a leader in sustainable finance.

You can work in a place that gives the green light. Let's see if we're a good fit:

www.bnpparibas.pl/kariera