Hiring For Axis Bank- IT Procurement - Centralized Procurement Team

Centralized Procurement Team- AVP Role

Key Responsibilities

         Liaise with internal technology departments within bank & its subsidiaries to understand the detailed technical requirements. The departments include IT Infra; IT Security; Contact Centre; Software & Application Development, and Digital Channels & Payments.

         Understand BOQ and benchmark pricing for technology components. Perform market analysis for defining right price for the products & services.

         Prepare comparative analysis statements and Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) calculations in the process of taking purchase decisions.

         Negotiate pricing and comprehensive contract terms with vendors in coordination with internal IT and Procurement Team.

         Identify cost saving opportunities and implement the same within timelines.

         Keep track of savings achieved and prepare management dashboard.

Qualifications

Experience in sizable BFSI domain IT Procurement

         Good understanding of Hardware costing, Software Development Life Cycle and application development concepts

         Proven experience in continuous costs saving and opex cost reductions.

         Should be able to comfortably interact with technology teams on requirements and understanding

         Good understanding of Software licensing models & contract terms to derive best value.

         Quick Learner with strong analytical stills.

         Experience in handling major OEMs in Enterprise IT landscape

         Best to have experience in handling below categories:

o    IT Infra such as Servers, Switches, Storage, and Connectivity;

o    IT Security such as Firewalls, and Anti-Virus;

o    Contact Centre Hardware, Software and services

o    Software development & Software Licenses

o    Scope-based Services & Resources in entire spectrum of IT

o    Annual Maintenance Contracts