GBS Consultant - Vendor Management (f/m/d)

You will be a key member of the GBS Vendor Management team that selects, contracts and manages BPO Providers to deliver services that support the ALDI global strategy, building strong, long‑lasting partnerships with business service providers and driving value and quality for the business.

Responsibilities

• Build strong, long‑lasting partnerships with key business service providers and identify ways to drive value and quality for the business
• Be a trusted partner for functional teams in GBS and stakeholders in the countries, providing well‑founded advice on vendor management and ensuring effective collaboration
• Support end‑to‑end tenders by managing all stages including vendor pre‑selection, requirements collection, evaluation, contract negotiation, and preparation of recommendation and decision documents
• Develop an in‑depth knowledge of contract content and proactively review, update, and amend contracts to reflect changing circumstances or business objectives
• Train and advise internal stakeholders on contract terms and vendor management best practices
• Identify cross‑departmental risks related to vendor management and develop appropriate mitigation measures
• Support and participate in senior management site visits to service provider delivery centres, including locations in India and Eastern Europe
• Drive the standardisation and continuous improvement of vendor management procedures and compliance frameworks to ensure consistency and best practices across all service providers and stakeholders

Qualifications

• Relevant degree in business administration, business informatics, law, or related fields
• Several years of professional experience in vendor relations or partner/vendor management
• Good understanding of contractual structures and solid legal knowledge of service contracts
• A natural networker with assertiveness and the ability to communicate and negotiate diplomatically with people at different hierarchical levels
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively in a multinational and cross‑functional context
• Proficient in PowerPoint and other presentation tools
• Fluent in English
• Willingness to be part of a new and growing team and to shape the future of the GBS organisation
• Adaptable and initiative‑taking, embracing evolving processes, structures, and responsibilities with enthusiasm and creativity

Benefits

• 6 weeks of annual leave every year for all
• A range of subsidised childcare support options
• Options to work remotely – from home or anywhere within Austria (up to 13 days per month), and from abroad (up to 30 days per year, selected countries)
• Mobile devices to enable flexible working
• Relocation support (including visas/permits, home search and moving allowance)
• Free and subsidised healthy food and drinks at work
• Subsidised public transport
• Bike leasing program to save up to 20% on bike costs and encourage sustainable transport
• Discounts on a wide range of shopping categories such as fashion, travel, sports, and more
• All the training needed to excel in your role
• Extensive personal and professional development
• High level of responsibility in a diverse and international business environment
• Collaboration with teams across borders
• Private health insurance discounts
• Comprehensive wellbeing and (mental) health support
• On‑site and online sports with Wellpass membership

Remuneration

Gross annual salary starting from €62,500. Willingness to overpay with appropriate qualifications.

Place of Work

Moserstraße 42, 5020 Salzburg

Start of Work

As soon as possible

How to Apply

All applications take place through our online portal. Simply login and submit your CV, photo, and all relevant certificates/qualifications.