Senior Contract Manager – IT Sourcing

Il y a 2 jours

Anderlecht, Brussel-Hoofdstad, Belgique Pauwels Consulting Temps plein 60 000 € - 100 000 € Contrat

Our client, a leading organization in the public transport sector, is looking for a senior professional to drive strategic IT procurement files. This role focuses on managing complex software and service acquisitions while providing essential commercial and legal expertise within a critical IT environment.

  • Lead end-to-end complex IT procurement files and define acquisition strategies aligned with the digital roadmap.
  • Coordinate public tender procedures for goods and services, including strategy definition and technical negotiation.
  • Manage the full governance of strategic IT contracts, monitoring performance through SLA and KPI tracking.
  • Serve as the primary liaison for strategic vendors, handling escalations and negotiations up to C-level.
  • Identify proactive risks and implement corrective actions to ensure service continuity and contract value optimization.
  • Collaborate with internal stakeholders and subject matter experts to draft technical specifications and conceptualize pricing mechanisms.
  • 8+ years of experience in IT Legal advisory within Sourcing or Contract Management for software-related projects.
  • 2+ years of experience in public sector procurement specifically for software or IT services.
  • Expertise in the RFP lifecycle, including drafting procurement documents, specifications, and managing evaluation processes.
  • Proven track record in managing a portfolio of critical IT contracts and optimizing financial impacts.
  • Strong project management skills to coordinate timelines and stakeholders across complex dossiers.
  • Professional and solution-oriented approach to complex dispute management and high-level negotiations.
  • You are fluent in English, Dutch, and French with C1 level proficiency in Dutch or French and at least B2 in the others.

Nice to Haves

  • Experience with specific IT delivery frameworks during contract execution.
  • Start date: 01/01/2027
  • Duration: project until 31/12/2027
  • Work regime: Part-time (50%)
  • Location: Brussels
  • Working model: Hybrid (with flexibility to work onsite up to 5 days per week if required)
  • Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers