Job description

Senior IT Cost and Contract Manager

Join us, and turn complexity into clarity across critical IT agreements!

Kraków - based opportunity with hybrid work model (2 days/week in the office).

As a Senior IT Cost and Contract Manager, you will be working for our client, a leading global financial institution that is undertaking a strategic transformation of its vendor and contract management operations. You will be managing complex IT contract portfolios, focusing on both infrastructure and software licensing agreements. The role is key in supporting the client’s digital strategy by optimizing supplier engagement, improving governance, and ensuring compliance and cost control. You will also be leading a small team and collaborating with senior stakeholders to streamline procurement and contractual processes.

Your main responsibilities:

• Overseeing the full contract lifecycle for IBM MVS and Sapphire agreements

• Reviewing and approving contracts and purchase orders using platforms such as COUPA

• Managing compliance with legal, regulatory, and internal policy requirements

• Coordinating invoicing, spend tracking, and financial reconciliation processes

• Leading roadmap and demand planning sessions with Product Owners and Domain Leads

• Organizing and running governance meetings with suppliers

• Preparing effective license position and quarterly declarations for software assets

• Supervising and guiding junior contract managers in daily operations

• Maintaining accurate documentation and single-source sharepoints for contract records

• Building strong relationships with stakeholders across business and technology units

You're ideal for this role if you have:

• Demonstrating proven experience in IT contract management within large organizations

• Managing infrastructure and software licensing contracts across global environments

• Understanding end-to-end contract lifecycle including negotiation, compliance, and renewals

• Using tools such as COUPA, ESMT, and SharePoint for procurement and documentation

• Leading cross-functional meetings with internal and external stakeholders

• Providing financial oversight on contracts including cost tracking and reporting

• Communicating effectively across all levels, including senior leadership

• Guiding and developing junior team members

• Implementing contract governance frameworks and tracking performance metrics

• Handling escalations and resolving payment or procurement issues efficiently

It is a strong plus if you have:

• Holding certifications in contract management (e.g., CIPS, IACCM)

• Possessing experience in managing IBM or Sapphire-specific contracts

• Working knowledge of procurement processes in banking or financial services

• Familiarity with software licensing metrics and true-up processes

• Previous involvement in vendor consolidation or cost optimization initiatives

We offer you:

ITDS Business Consultants is involved in many various, innovative and professional IT projects for international companies in the financial industry in Europe. We offer an environment for professional, ambitious, and driven people. The offer includes:

• Stable and long-term cooperation with very good conditions

• Enhance your skills and develop your expertise in the financial industry

• Work on the most strategic projects available in the market

• Define your career roadmap and develop yourself in the best and fastest possible way by delivering strategic projects for different clients of ITDS over several years

• Participate in Social Events, training, and work in an international environment

• Access to attractive Medical Package

• Access to Multisport Program

• Access to Pluralsight

• Flexible hours & remote work

Internal job number #7276

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