Specialist, Procurement

About the role

In this role, you will lead the full-cycle procurement process, from requirement gathering to contract management. Your focus will be on driving cost savings and ensuring compliance with governance frameworks while collaborating with various internal teams.

Bitpanda values diverse perspectives and innovative thinking within its global team, which operates across multiple cultures and time zones. Success in this position means effectively managing supplier relationships and delivering measurable cost efficiencies while contributing to the company's mission of simplifying wealth creation.

Who this role suits

• A professional with 3-6 years of experience in procurement or vendor management.
• Someone who thrives in fast-paced, international environments and is comfortable negotiating complex commercial terms.
• An analytical thinker who excels at data analysis and performance tracking.
• A bilingual communicator fluent in both English and German.

From the employer

What You'll Do

• Drive Full-Cycle Sourcing: Lead end-to-end procurement lifecycles, from requirement gathering and RFP execution to contract signing and renewal management.
• Lead Commercial Negotiations: Challenge supplier proposals, structure key commercial terms, and negotiate pricing to maximize cost savings and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO).
• Manage Contracts & Risk: Evaluate renewal terms, termination provisions, and commercial risks in close alignment with Legal, Compliance, and Information Security teams.
• Partner Across Stakeholders: Collaborate with internal departments and senior leadership to guide commercial sourcing strategies while managing fast-turnaround requests.
• Uphold Governance & Automation: Ensure compliance with third-party risk management (TPRM) frameworks and optimize procurement workflows and P2P tooling.

Who You Are

• Experienced Commercial Professional: You have 3–6 years of experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, or vendor management within a fast-paced, international organization.
• Proven Negotiator: You possess a strong track record of leading complex vendor negotiations, challenging commercial terms, and delivering documented cost savings.
• Contract & Governance Savvy: You have a solid grasp of commercial contract mechanics, pricing structures, TPRM frameworks, and approval workflows.
• Analytical & Data-Driven: You excel at analyzing spend data, assessing TCO, comparing supplier proposals, and tracking performance KPIs.
• Bilingual Communicator: You possess excellent written and verbal communication skills in both English and German.

What’s in it for you

• Flexibility to work where you thrive – Enjoy the freedom of our Hybrid working model, combining onsite collaboration and remote work, with an additional 25 days per year to work from a city or country of your choice.
• Reward for your impact – Receive a competitive total compensation package aligned with Bitpanda’s pay-for-impact policy, including participation in our stock option plan.
• Support for your mental wellbeing – Access confidential coaching, counselling, and mental health resources whenever you need them through OpenUP.
• Time to recharge – On top of your standard annual leave, prioritise your wellbeing in 2027 with 3 additional days of paid time off to rest, reset, and recharge, available once you’ve been with us for 6 months.
• Continuous learning and growth – Grow your skills and stay ahead in your career with unlimited access to Udemy’s library of online courses at your own pace.
• Exclusive perks and rewards – Enjoy discounts, rewards, and perks from partners worldwide across lifestyle, wellness, tech, and travel.
• Support during life milestones – Take advantage of up to 8 additional weeks of gender-neutral new parent leave to welcome and bond with your new addition to the family.
• Fuel and focus on-site – Pandas in Vienna, Bucharest, Barcelona, and Berlin can enjoy free onsite dining, with freshly prepared lunches and snacks to keep you fueled and focused all day long.
• Recognition for your contributions – Celebrate milestones and achievements with recognition and rewards for your Tenure at Bitpanda.
• Show your Bitpanda pride – Access exclusive Bitpanda-branded merchandise and gear to represent.
• Connect and celebrate with your team – Join unforgettable company events, from our Winter Party in Vienna to gatherings worldwide, fostering fun, connection, and celebration.