Category Manager, IT Resources (Application Development & Maintenance) AVP (f/m/x)

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology center in Central and Eastern Europe. Since its set-up in 2013, Bucharest Technology Centre (BEX) has constantly proven its capacity to deliver global technology products and services, playing a dynamic role in the Bank’s technology transformation.

We have a robust, hands-on engineering culture dedicated to continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, technical skill development and networking. We are an essential part of the Bank’s technology platform and develop applications for many important business areas.

Global Procurement is a global function, providing end-to-end strategic sourcing with robust category management and best-in-class Source-to-Pay operations. Together, we oversee all of Deutsche Bank’s third-party spend. We are united by a commitment to uncompromising quality through innovative solutions, the development of talented people and a willingness to challenge ourselves and others.

A rare opportunity to join a diverse and visible category in financial services procurement has become available, based in Bucharest, Romania. Globally, Application Development and Maintenance (AD&M) stands at the forefront of innovation and operational agility, shaping procurement strategies that enable organizations to deliver seamless digital experiences, robust application infrastructures, and transformative development capabilities.

The Category Manager will operate in an environment that requires to be adaptable to changes and make the best use of opportunities. The role is positioned to translate business demand into sourcing strategies supporting business goals. It requires a forward-thinking, collaborative, data-driven and action-oriented person focusing on the method of purchasing outcome-based solutions from potential providers. The role is supporting Deutsche Bank’s business goals across the IT Resources Category (AD&M). IT Resources is the broader term for any kind of IT external workforce.

Responsibilities

• The Category Manager is responsible for the sourcing of IT Resources projects and ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments, and goals, while ensuring compliance with all aspects of Deutsche Bank’s process and policies.
• Will analyze the benefits of alternative sourcing approaches and suggest and help business adopt in sourcing events as appropriate.
• Support execution against and support the development of Category-based sourcing processes that will fulfil both current and future sourcing needs, acting as process owner and champion for the strategic sourcing event processes.
• Work with category teams to manage complex sourcing deals, driving the supplier selection and negotiation process for key sourcing events.
• Ensure supplier engagements align with primary sourcing objectives and stakeholder’s short- and longer-term interests.

Skills

• Proven experience in fast-paced, engineering-driven environments, with the ability to engage in technical discussions and support long-term technology strategies.
• Expertise in category leadership, stakeholder management, and handling multiple simultaneous sourcing events in complex IT and dynamic organizational settings.
• Strong commercial acumen, particularly in contractual negotiations, financial management, and implementing process changes with cross-functional, global teams.
• Excellent relationship management, analytical, problem-solving, communication, influencing, and presentation skills; fluency in English (written and verbal). German is a nice to have.
• Demonstrated resilience and adaptability, with a willingness to pursue innovative solutions and approaches even when encountering challenges.

Well-being & Benefits

Emotionally and mentally balanced: We support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health.

• Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions. Show your positive attitude, determination, and open-mindedness.
• A professional, passionate, and fun workplace.
• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.
• A culture where you can openly speak about mental health.

Physically thriving: We support you managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive. For example, Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones, healthier ways of working and check-up's.

Socially connected: We strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and well-being.

• Kids@TheOffice - support for unexpected events requiring you to care for your kids during work hours.
• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).
• Hybrid working model with flexible working options
• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, workshops, and more.

Financially secure: We support you to meet personal financial goals during your active career and for the future.

• Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.
• Meal vouchers, bonuses for referrals

Interested in more: discover what our employees value in the Well-being & Benefits hub!

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Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.

We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.