About this job

ESA is looking for an IT Procurement Application Portfolio Manager.

ESA is an equal opportunity employer, committed to achieving diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates irrespective of gender, sexual orientation, ethnicity, beliefs, age, disability or other characteristics. Applications from women are encouraged.
 

Responsibilities

 
The main tasks and responsibilities will include:

• providing support to customer representatives with the defining of business needs and requirements;
• translating and consolidating those requirements into technical specifications;
• planning and implementing agreed IT solutions throughout the project life cycle, from preparation to closure, including analysis, design, development (i.e. instantiation, composition and customisation of tools), testing and handover to operations and managing all related procurements and contracts;
• organising and leading project teams and managing supplier performance;
• monitoring and controlling project scope, cost, schedule, quality issues and risk, taking appropriate action on any deviations and ensuring compliance with QMS procedures and the project methodology adopted;
• providing regular, comprehensive status and progress reports to the Head of Section and governance hierarchy, prioritising critical topics as required;
• providing expert support to business counterparts, identifying areas for improvement in business processes, and providing possible solutions compliant with the IT strategy;
• monitoring the evolution of portfolio-related solutions available on the market and providing advice;
• performing any other activities as deemed appropriate to cope with emerging needs within the IT Department.

You will also support:

• business change managers in identifying potential change management issues and devising appropriate solutions;
• the definition of roadmaps, including high-level needs analysis, solution evaluation and preparation of business cases related to proposed solutions;
• the solution architect by aligning evolving solutions with the overall Corporate Information System architecture, regarding any change within the related portfolio involving major or minor enhancements;
• the Department’s internal cost planning by preparing and ensuring the accurate planning and forecasting of costs.

Profile

 
Technical competencies
In-depth knowledge of SAP S4/HANA
Knowledge of development of customs applications
In-depth knowledge of IT solutions related to Procurement & tendering processes
Education
A Master’s degree in IT engineering or in a relevant business area is required for this post.

Additional requirements
You should have solid work experience in the disciplines related to the tasks under consideration. Project management certification would be an asset.
You should also have:

• at least fifteen years’ proven experience in leading the design, build and deployment of IT procurement solutions; proven experience of processes and systems integration;
• proven experience of at least one successful live SAP S/4HANA project in the procurement area; experience in public tendering and procurement of services would be an asset;
• excellent presentation and negotiating skills are required together with the ability to work effectively in a diverse team environment;
• experience of working in a multicultural public-sector environment.

For a complete job description, click on “apply”.

The closing date for applications is 27 May 2021.

At the Agency we value diversity and we welcome people with disabilities. Whenever possible, we seek to accommodate individuals with disabilities by providing the necessary support at the workplace. The Human Resources Department can also provide assistance during the recruitment process. If you would like to discuss this further please contact us at contact.human.resources@esa.int.
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Please note that applications are only considered from nationals of one of the following States: Austria, Belgium, the Czech Republic, Denmark, Estonia, Finland, France, Germany, Greece, Hungary, Ireland, Italy, Luxembourg, the Netherlands, Norway, Poland, Portugal, Romania, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, the United Kingdom and Canada, Latvia and Slovenia.
We offer
The European Space Agency (ESA) is an equal opportunities employer that offers competitive salaries exempt from national income tax and excellent employment conditions, such as allowances for expatriates and relocation support. For more information: http://www.esa.int/About_Us/Careers_at_ESA
About us
We are the European Space Agency. Our mission is the peaceful exploration and use of space for the benefit of everyone. We watch over Earth, develop and launch inspiring and unique space projects, train astronauts and push the boundaries of science and technology, seeking answers to the big questions about the Universe. We are a family of scientists, engineers and business professionals from all over Europe working together in a diverse and multinational environment. We are dedicated to united space in Europe and united Europe in space. Learn more: http://www.esa.int/