Head Vendor Management (Technology) | Banking Captive, Pune

What you’ll do: Ensure alignment of key parties to agree objectives and support the development of the Tech/Business strategy to deliver.Ensure both a vertical and horizontal view is considered through value streams and co-design structures so that services are not duplicated and that there is a cohesive strategy around our service providers and tooling – this will need to happen for not only new deals but also with the current landscape of providers.Provide 3rd party requirements to procurement. Analyze options and support the development of Business Cases.Review, plan and prioritize funding options across RTB, CTB, and other portfolios (e.g. LTO) Qualifications What you will need to succeed in the role:Proven track record of executive leadership in technology management roles within the financial services industry, preferably within multinational banksStrong understanding of Technology operational management requirements for banks and knowledge of the external environment - regulatory, political, competitor and marketAbility to translate technology strategy and align and manage accountabilities accordinglyExperience of managing within a complex matrix environment. Deep financial and commercial awarenessDemonstrable experience in managing significant financial and resource plans, organizational transformation, and project portfolio management, with a track record of driving results in complex, matrixed organizations.Ability to manage and mitigate operational risk effectivelyMaintains expert knowledge of stakeholder requirements, competitor activities and market trends to influence future directionStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to synthesize complex information and make data-driven decisions to drive business outcomes