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As a part of Procurement you ll identify source and manage external resources essential for Barclays strategic objectives You ll explore supply market opportunities and implement resourcing strategies that deliver optimal outcomes for the organisation stakeholders and customers See your commuteJoin us as a Contract Manager at Barclays where you ll be a part of a world-class to monitor quality standards and contributing individually on contract remediation for Barclays third party Supplier Control obligations SCOs xc3 x82To be a successful Contract Manager you should have experience with Ensuring that the priority list of suppliers to be remediated is worked upon with urgency and diligence and xc3 x82 xc3 x82 that the management team is kept updated on a regular basis with progress issues concerns and findings xc3 x82 SCO contract work overseeing xc3 x82 negotiations for the contract schedules pertaining to third party vendor engagement risks Providing support to stakeholders across the areas of Sourcing Supplier Management and Business in doing contract related work for the SCO schedules Negotiate xc3 x82 xc3 x82 xc3 x82 xc3 x82 identified third party risks as part of the engagement with Suppliers engage with the Subject Matter Experts in Barclays and escalate risks to Accountable Executives if any with the goal of working towards contract execution xc3 x82 Demonstrate strong process understanding to identify process improvement opportunities You may be assessed on the key critical skills relevant for success in role such as risk and controls change and transformation business acumen strategic thinking and digital and technology as well as job-specific technical skillsLocation NoidaPurpose of the roleTo optimise and address Barclays 3rd party spend requirements including the definition development and implementation of approaches for relevant spend categories and requirements with close collaboration with the business and execution of strategic sourcing and buying channel development optimisation Accountabilities Profile spend in category area and develop understanding of business strategy business requirements cost levers and opportunities Collaboration with internal stakeholders to identify sourcing needs develop requests for proposal and ensure sourcing activities align to the banks needs and priorities Planning and execution of sourcing events including RFP RFXs negotiations to best meet the business requirements for value speed compliance risk Monitoring and guiding of controls and compliance requirements to be met through the category and sourcing cycle from request to contract including regulatory engagement controls audits data quality etc xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 xa6 Development implementation and operation of policies and procedures for sourcing activities aligned to the policies standards relevant compliance and regulation Identification and delivery of change opportunities to improve effectiveness control and efficiency of sourcing processes including buying channel optimisation for relevant categories of spend catalogues demand challenge etc Identification of industry trends and development related to sourcing and category management by attending conferences participating in training and conducting market research on techniques and tools Analyst Expectations Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area Partner with other functions and business areas Takes responsibility for end results of a team xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 x99s operational processing and activities Escalate breaches of policies procedure appropriately Take responsibility for embedding new policies procedures adopted due to risk mitigation Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to Deliver your work xc3 x82 and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules regulation and codes of conduct Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function alongside knowledge of the organisations products services and processes within the function Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information paying attention to detail Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex sensitive information Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect Integrity Service Excellence and Stewardship xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 x93 our moral compass helping us do what we believe is right They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 x93 to Empower Challenge and Drive xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 x93 the operating manual for how we behave Share jobReasonable AdjustmentBarclays welcomes applications from all candidates and is committed to ensuring reasonable adjustments accommodations are put in place to allow for a fair and inclusive recruitment process For more information and how to request one please reviewOur purposeWe xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 x99re a global vital and highly respected financial organisation with an inspiring Purpose Operating in 39 countries and employing around 100 000 people across the world we help communities individuals and businesses thrive And we xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 x99ve created financial solutions and technology that the world now takes for granted A career with us can offer incredible variety depth and breadth of experience and the chance to learn from some of the best minds in technology and finance To find out more about Barclays strategy please clickEqual opportunitiesBarclays offers a diverse inclusive and engaged culture A place where people can bring their whole selves to work and be respected for who they are valued for what they do and celebrated for their contribution to our business and our community We are an equal opportunity employer and opposed to discrimination on any grounds It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race colour creed religion national origin alienage or citizenship status age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital or domestic civil partnership status disability veteran status genetic information or any other basis protected by law Right to work statementBarclays is required by law to confirm that you have the Legal Right to Work in any role that you apply for If you currently hold a work visa sponsored by Barclays or you would require sponsorship from Barclays you must declare this as part of your application Sponsored visas are role and entity specific and any changes must be reviewed It is important that you ensure you are working on the correct visa at all times Failure to accurately disclose your visa status or Legal Right to Work may result in your application or any employment offer being withdrawn at any time Learn more about Barclays locationsAcross our campuses we offer modern workspaces collaborative areas and state-of-the-art meeting rooms Facilities include wellness rooms on-site cafeterias fitness centers and tech-equipped workstations Designed for innovation and comfort they support a dynamic and productive work environment Health and wellnessGain access to wellness rooms gyms and mental health support A place where you can belongOur welcoming and inclusive culture supports you to bring your whole self to work explore your potential and pursue your passions Collaborative AreasModern spaces designed for teamwork and brainstorming More than workTheres so much more than work to involve and engage you on campus From socialising to sports from community events to volunteering Your browser does not support the video tag Learn more about Barclays locationsAcross our campuses we offer modern workspaces collaborative areas and state-of-the-art meeting rooms Facilities include wellness rooms on-site cafeterias fitness centers and tech-equipped workstations Designed for innovation and comfort they support a dynamic and productive work environment Health and wellnessGain access to wellness rooms gyms and mental health support A place where you can belongOur welcoming and inclusive culture supports you to bring your whole self to work explore your potential and pursue your passions Collaborative AreasModern spaces designed for teamwork and brainstorming More than workTheres so much more than work to involve and engage you on campus From socialising to sports from community events to volunteering Your browser does not support the video tag Be you Be valued Belong We celebrate the unique perspectives and experiences each individual brings believing our differences make us stronger and drive success Our colleague networks offer connection support and growth while our This is Me series shares the unique stories of our colleagues Committed to diversity equity and inclusion Barclays values you for who you are and ensures you truly belong You can learn more about our commitment to our colleague on our DE I page Application ProcessYour applicationWe xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 x99ll ask for information about you your CV and cover letter 1Your assessmentCovering your behaviours and ability at work 2Your interviewExploring your past experiences and skills 3Next stepWe xc3 xa2 xc2 x80 xc2 x99ll request additional information so that you can complete our screening process 4Working flexiblyWere committed to providing an inclusive culture and environment that recognises and supports ways to balance your personal needs alongside the professional needs of our business Providing the opportunity for all our employees globally to work flexibly empowers each of us to work in a way that suits our lives as well as enabling us to better service our customers and clients needs Our approach to working flexibly is designed to support you to balance your life and to accommodate diverse needs whilst still allowing us to meet our business needs If youd like to request a flexible working arrangement please discuss this with your hiring manager Hybrid working Our approach to hybrid working ensures theres the right balance of working alongside colleagues at our onsite locations as required for each role For business areas that offer a hybrid working experience this will be in a structured way where colleagues work at an onsite location on fixed anchor days of the week Some roles may require full onsite working Please discuss the working pattern requirements for the role you are applying for with the hiring manager We continue to embed and review our hybrid working environment and remain in a phase of testing and learning This means that working arrangements could change with reasonable notice to align with the needs of our business Barclays is built on an international scale Our geographic reach our wide variety of functions businesses roles and locations reflect the rich diversity of our worldwide customer base All of which means we offer incredible variety depth and breadth of experience And the chance to learn from a globally diverse mix of colleagues including some of the very best minds in banking finance technology and business Throughout well encourage you to embrace mobility exploring every part of our operations as you build your career Barclays