Freelance (Senior) Contract manager Security

About the role: For one of our clients in region of Brussels we are looking for a (Senior) Contract Manager.  The role is focussing on timely execution of all contract management related tasks, and predominantly in the IT Security domains. The assignment is for up to 36 months of duration.

Objectives:

The Contract & Vendor Manager will join the Purchase IT, Contract & Vendor Management department, which is part of the wider IT organisation. The role combines contract and vendor management, IT sourcing, stakeholder management and procurement activities in a technically complex environment.

Key Tasks and Responsibilities: 

Cybersecurity sourcing

Lead the day-to-day coordination between the CISO team, Contract Management and Procurement to define and execute the most effective sourcing strategy for cybersecurity products and services. Ensure that all relevant stakeholders are aligned with the chosen strategy and its implementation.

IT hardware & software sourcing

Coordinate between operational IT teams and Procurement for hardware and software sourcing activities, ensuring that business and technical requirements are properly translated into procurement requirements.

Tendering & contract award

Lead the preparation and design of requests for quotation / tender documentation, support the evaluation and selection of suppliers, and coordinate contract awards in line with applicable public procurement regulations. In doing so, contribute directly to the implementation of the IT sourcing strategy.

Contract & vendor management

Manage an assigned portfolio of IT contracts and suppliers on a day-to-day basis, working closely with IT colleagues to monitor contractual performance, supplier relationships and ongoing obligations.

Public procurement compliance

Ensure that procurement and contract management processes are carried out in accordance with the rules and regulations applicable to public-sector procurement. Experience with government or public-sector procurement is considered a strong advantage.

Stakeholder management

Act as a central point of coordination between technical teams, CISO, Procurement, Contract Management and other stakeholders. Build alignment and maintain effective working relationships in a complex environment.. 

Expected Experience, Skills and Tools:

• Minimum 5 years of professional experience in Contract Management, Vendor Management or a similar role within an IT environment.
• Relevant experience with cybersecurity, software and/or IT hardware.
• Experience with government, public-sector or other regulated procurement environments is a strong plus.
• Good understanding of IT processes, procurement processes and business processes in general.
• Comfortable working in a technical environment and able to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Strong stakeholder-management and coordination skills.
• Good working knowledge of Dutch, French and English.

About Kazarma:

Kazarma Consulting is a Benelux-based start-up that provides consultancy services in strategy, execution, and bid management. As a developing business, our goal is to broaden our client base, build robust partnerships with freelancers, and develop a competitive marketing strategy to establish ourselves as a reliable partner for enterprises.