Procurement Manager

Job DescriptionIn this role, you will be part of the IT Procurement team, which serves a vital role in the realisation of strategic and operational goals, including our digitalization journey. We are responsible to ensure the most cost-efficient investment decisions, to secure the best quality solutions for Nokia IT at the best price, and to maximize the value of our supplier relations. The IT Procurement Manager is responsible for procuring all IT work related to IT Applications including application development and application maintenance services.

How You Will Contribute And What You Will LearnE2E responsibility for project orders in application development/application maintenance (ADM) areaWork together with Business Owners, Operational IT Units, Supplier Relationship Manager, and other stakeholders in IT ProcurementResponsible for reviewing, analyzing, and approving Statement of Work (SOW)Lead, negotiate, and enhance all commercial and key terms & conditions for frame agreements in the interest of NokiaExecute RFP's in AD/AM areaAble to drive Ariba-based RFP'sManage and suggest improvements to complex AM contracts, negotiate contract changes with AM suppliers.

Support service owners in understanding AM contractsKey Skills And ExperienceStrong negotiation skills Experienced in Contract Management and Negotiations; preferred in applications area. Strong written and verbal communication skillsAt least 5 years of Procurement experience in business and/or IT Experience with procurement tools (especially ordering tools)About Us Come create the technology that helps the world act togetherNokia is committed to innovation and technology leadership across mobile, fixed and cloud networks. Your career here will have a positive impact on people’s lives and will help us build the capabilities needed for a more productive, sustainable, and inclusive world.

We challenge ourselves to create an inclusive way of working where we are open to new ideas, empowered to take risks and fearless to bring our authentic selves to workWhat we offerNokia offers continuous learning opportunities, well-being programs to support you mentally and physically, opportunities to join and get supported by employee resource groups, mentoring programs and highly diverse teams with an inclusive culture where people thrive and are empowered. Nokia is committed to inclusion and is an equal opportunity employerNokia has received the following recognitions for its commitment to inclusion & equality:

One of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Gender-Equality Index by Bloomberg Workplace Pride Global Benchmark At Nokia, we act inclusively and respect the uniqueness of people. Nokia’s employment decisions are made regardless of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, marital status, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. We are committed to a culture of inclusion built upon our core value of respect. Join us and be part of a company where you will feel included and empowered to succeed.

About The TeamStrategy and Technology lays the path for Nokia’s future technology innovation and identifies the most promising areas for Nokia to create new value. We set the company’s strategy and technology vision, offer an unparalleled research foundation for innovation, and provide critical support infrastructure for Nokia.