Job Title: Third Party Contracting - Project and Change Lead. 

Corporate Title – Assistant Vice President

Location - Bucharest.

Purpose Intro

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology centre 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.

Role Intro

Divisional Description:

Group COO - Global Procurement (GP) enables Deutsche Bank (DB) to optimize supplier relationships to meet its strategic objectives

• We partner across the bank to develop and execute strategies to meet our business requirements
• We apply our understanding of the supply market and specialized procurement capabilities to optimize value created
• We enable the bank to access suppliers by identifying and mitigating vendor risks
• We manage the platforms to enable efficient purchasing of goods and services

Team Description:

Within GP, the Procurement Enablement & Transformation (PET) team underpins and enables the ambitions of GP through partnering and strong alignment across the function to deliver transformation, defining learning & development and unlocking value creation. 

They cover Data & Analytics, Product Management, Strategic Procurement Process, Performance & Governance, Strategy & Engagement and Group Vendor Management Office, and Third Party Contracting.

Third Party Contracting – Manages a multi-year programme to create an efficient and user-friendly global contracting process with supporting technology to enable the Bank to meet its internal and external requirements. 

Role Description:

As a Third Party Contracting - Project Management & Change Lead you will be working in the Programme team that is responsible for governance and management of a multi-year, multi-workstream that is a key deliverable for DB. 

Project Management & Change Leads are responsible for delivery of the value and strategic outcomes of the Change BoW that ensures successful transition into the organisation’s goals, processes and technologies. Adopting values and principles that follow agreed processes and practices to allow teams to continually improve their performance.

You will be a key contributor to managing the project, communicating with stakeholders, reporting progress, and addressing challenges during the transformation.

Responsibilities:

• Manage project execution and governance, raising awareness and securing stakeholder buy-in for changes. 

• Develop detailed project plans and set clear goals, providing planning capacity and expertise. 

• Document and present project reports, including key deliverable updates via Clarity and PowerPoint decks. 

• Oversee governance forums such as SteerCo and Design Authority, and identify program governance efficiencies. 

• Foster a culture of change management for process and system improvements, offering coaching and encouraging ongoing user adoption. 

Skills:

• Experience in executing and governing large global projects ideally with practical knowledge of the procurement value chain. 
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to identify and implement new solutions within regulatory mandates. 
• Effective delivery using project management tools and models, with expertise in reporting key information. 
• Excellent communication skills in English, both verbal and written, and experience working with third parties and cross-functional teams. 
• Proficient in agile and iterative development models, with the ability to excel in unstructured environments. 

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 with flexible Work from Home options.
• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.
• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.

Physically thriving we support you managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive

• Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones.

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

• Kids@TheOffice - support for unexpected events requiring you to care for your kids during work hours.
• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, employee sport clubs, 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.
• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.