Vendor Performance Management - VPM - PMO (f/m/x)

Position Overview

DB Global Technology is Deutsche Bank’s technology centre in Central and Eastern Europe. Since its set-up in 2013, Bucharest Technology Centre (BEX) has constantly proven its capacity to deliver global technology products and services, playing a dynamic role in the Bank’s technology transformation.

We have a robust, hands-on engineering culture dedicated to continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, technical skill development and networking. We are an essential part of the Bank’s technology platform and develop applications for many important business areas.

Divisional Description:

Group COO - Global Procurement ( GP ) enables Deutsche Bank ( DB ) to optimize supplier relationships to meet its strategic objectives

• We partner across the bank to develop and execute strategies to meet our business requirements
• We apply our understanding of the supply market and specialized procurement capabilities to optimize value created
• We enable the bank to access suppliers by identifying and mitigating vendor risks
• We manage the platforms to enable efficient purchasing of goods and services

Team Description:

Within GP, the Procurement Transformation & Remediation (T&R) team underpins and enables the ambitions of GP through partnering and strong alignment across the function to deliver transformation, defining learning & development and unlocking value creation. 

They cover Data & Analytics, Product Management, Strategic Procurement Process, Performance & Governance, Strategy & Engagement and Group Vendor Management Office, Third Party Contracting, and Contingent Workforce Management.

Vendor Performance Management – Leads the development and implementation of the Bank’s vendor performance management framework, enabling consistent measurement, governance, and oversight of supplier performance. The team enhances supplier accountability, supports risk management objectives, drives value realization, and enables data-driven decision-making across the third-party lifecycle.

As a Vendor Performance Management – Project and Change Lead , you will play a key role in delivering strategic initiatives that strengthen how Deutsche Bank measures, governs, and manages supplier performance globally. You will support programme management, governance, stakeholder engagement, reporting, process improvement, and change delivery across multiple business divisions and regions.

You will contribute to the design and implementation of vendor performance frameworks, performance metrics, governance processes, data and reporting capabilities, and technology-enabled solutions. You will work closely with Procurement, Vendor Management, Risk, Technology and Business stakeholders to support value delivery and continuous improvement across the supplier ecosystem.

You will be a key contributor to managing the programme, communicating with stakeholders, reporting progress, and supporting the successful adoption of new vendor performance capabilities.

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Responsibilities:

• Manage programme governance activities, including reporting, risks, issues, dependencies, and action tracking across global workstreams.
• Prepare executive reporting, governance materials, presentations, and decision papers for senior management forums.
• Coordinate programme plans, milestones, deliverables, and stakeholder communications to support successful delivery.
• Support business readiness, change management, communications, and adoption activities across impacted functions.
• Partner with Procurement, Vendor Management, Risk, Technology, and Business stakeholders to monitor progress, resolve delivery challenges, and drive programme outcomes 

Skills:

• Experience supporting large-scale transformation, procurement, vendor management, or regulatory programmes within a global organisation.
• Strong project management office (PMO) experience including planning, governance, reporting, risk management, and stakeholder coordination.
• Experience producing high-quality executive presentations, management reporting, and governance materials for senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. 

Proven ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, optimise workflows to solve business problems, while applying critical judgment to ensure responsible and ethical use of data and AI outputs.

Well-being & Benefits

Emotionally and mentally balanced: We support you in dealing with life crises, maintaining stability through illness, and maintaining good mental health.

• Empowering managers who value your ideas and decisions. Show your positive attitude, determination, and open-mindedness.

• A professional, passionate, and fun workplace.

• A modern office with fun and relaxing areas to boost creativity.

• Continuous learning culture with coaching and support from team experts.

• A culture where you can openly speak about mental health.

Physically thriving: We support you in managing your physical health by taking appropriate preventive measures and providing a workplace that helps you thrive. For example, Private healthcare and life insurance with premium benefits for you and discounts for your loved ones, healthier ways of working and check-ups.

Socially connected: We strongly believe in collaboration, inclusion and feeling connected to open up new perspectives and strengthen our self-confidence and well-being.

• 24 days holiday, loyalty days, and bank holidays (including weekdays for weekend bank holidays).

• Hybrid working model with 40% remote work.

• Options for flexible working hours.

• Enjoy retailer discounts, cultural and CSR activities, workshops, and more.

Financially secure: We support you in meeting personal financial goals during your active career and for the future.

• Competitive income, performance-based promotions, and a sense of purpose.

• Meal vouchers, bonuses for referrals

We strive for a culture in which we are empowered to excel together every day. This includes acting responsibly, thinking commercially, taking initiative and working collaboratively.
Together we share and celebrate the successes of our people. Together we are Deutsche Bank Group.
We welcome applications from all people and promote a positive, fair and inclusive work environment.