Jan 6, 2022
The team focuses on operational excellence and continuous improvement, which equips them with the ability to drive these wide-ranging initiatives forward consistently with efficiency and diligence while collaborating with all areas of the business. As a member of the Procurement and Cost Management team, you will individually drive a wide variety of projects, from the first strategy session through project completion.
Daily Procurement Operations – Oversee day-to-day procurement – working with technical teams, Legal, Tax, A/P, and vendors to purchase routine hardware, software, and services in a standardized fashion. Track renewals of recurring spend to facilitate timely contract review and execution. Lead proactive communication with internal stakeholders with updates on expected timelines and progress of purchase requests.
Strategic Sourcing – Create and run competitive sourcing events (RFx) to solicit best pricing and terms from vendors. This will include working with internal stakeholders throughout the sourcing process by coordinating internal and external participation and communication.
Contract and Pricing Review – Ensure price competitiveness of quotes by soliciting bids from other vendors and reviewing against past purchases of similar goods and services. Review business terms to ensure quote/contracts from vendors match contracting standards.
Vendor Relationship Management – Conduct regular vendor performance reviews to identify areas to improve service and transparency with highest spend vendors. Work with vendors to remediate any issues in the supply chain that may impact goods and service fulfillment
Process Development– Design and implement continuous updates to the Procurement process to make the process more efficient and mature. Identify inefficiencies and improve the internal purchasing experience.
You have in-depth procurement, commercial and negotiation experience working with vendors
You have experience working in a technical environment and working with technology vendors
You understand legal limitations within a trading or financial domain
You have strong analytical skills and attention to detail
You have strong relationship management skills and proven ability to influence
You can independently find issues and solutions, but is also a team player
You have strong verbal and written communication
The chance to work alongside diverse, intelligent, and driven peers in a rewarding environment
We offer competitive remuneration, including: an attractive bonus structure and additional leave entitlements
Training, mentorship, and personal development opportunities
Gym membership plus weekly in-house chair massages
Daily breakfast and lunch facilities
Regular social events including an annual company trip
A work-from-home allowance and support
Guided relocation, a competitive relocation package and visa sponsorship where necessary
As an intentionally flat organisation, we believe that great ideas and impact can come from everyone. We are passionate about empowering individuals and creating diverse teams that thrive. Every person at Optiver should feel included, valued, and respected, because we believe our best work is done together.
Our commitment to diversity and inclusion is hardwired through every stage of our hiring process. We encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds, and we welcome requests for reasonable adjustments during the process to ensure that you can best demonstrate your abilities.