Sourcing Category Lead - Financial Services

About Us: At Booking.com, data drives our decisions. Technology is at our core. And innovation is everywhere. But our company is more than datasets, lines of code or A/B tests. We’re the thrill of the first night in a new place. The excitement of the next morning. The friends you encounter. The journeys you take. The sights you see. And the memories you make. Through our products, partners and people, we make it easier for everyone to experience the world. Leadership/Team Quote: “A great role for a growing Procurement professional interested in building a data-led category that can truly benefit from broader efficiencies created by identifying cross-brand opportunities and applying sound procurement practices, whilst investing in relationships with your varied stakeholder and supplier base around the world.” Role Description: This role Global Category Procurement Lead is responsible for the third-party contracts and relationships for Financial Services, inclusive of Tax, Accounting, Risk, Insurance, Debt Collection, Treasury Services and other projects/subcategories as needed. Reporting to the Category Manager of Global Procurement, the role has global responsibilities across all Booking Holdings brands, including Booking.com, Rentalcars.com, Priceline.com, Agoda, Kayak, and OpenTable, with a total category spend exceeding €80-100 Million. Key Job Responsibilities and Duties: Structure, develop and implement procurement category strategies for Financial Services, with an eye on Total Cost of Ownership Drive savings and value delivery initiatives through sourcing, vendor consolidation, and process improvement, managing the end-to-end S2P process Actively participate in the implementation of Procurement processes and tools as well as associated policies Manage key third-party relationships (vendor management), develop reporting to provide stakeholders key information/insights and drive resolutions with any stakeholder and vendor escalations Influence change in the mindset of stakeholders and brands to work as one combined company to maximize the value of contracts and vendor relationships Qualifications & Skills: Familiarity with working with top-tier global consulting, accounting and tax firms, with an ability to manage tactical as well as strategic projects consistently. Ability to work globally across decentralized organizations (5 different Business Units/brands) and comfortable in working with ambiguity in a corporate environment in a journey to improve processes. Excellent interpersonal skills with proven ability to build rapport and credibility with business partners, including senior leadership. Motivation to evolve a selection of sub-categories to a strategic level that genuinely adds to the Value agenda that the Global Procurement department is looking to serve. Strong written and verbal communication skills, including negotiation skills. Flexibility to operate across different time zones when needed. This role will service EMEA, and APAC stakeholders. The educational and professional qualifications, skills, and experience that may be required Bachelor's Degree and relevant (5+ years) experience in Financial Services or Professional Services sourcing, experience working in any of the above sub-categories or joining from a Financial Services organizational background would be beneficial Any specific certifications or licenses that may be necessary. Benefits & Perks - Global Impact, Personal Relevance: Booking.com’s Total Rewards Philosophy is not only about compensation but also about benefits. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, as well unique-to-Booking.com benefits which include: Annual paid time off and generous paid leave scheme including: parent, grandparent, bereavement, and care leave Hybrid working including flexible working arrangements, and up to 20 days per year working from abroad (home country) Industry leading product discounts - up to 1400 per year - for yourself, including automatic Genius Level 3 status and Booking.com wallet credit Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI) at Booking.com: Diversity, Equity & Inclusion have been a core part of our company culture since day one. This ongoing journey starts with our very own employees, who represent over 140 nationalities and a wide range of ethnic and social backgrounds, genders and sexual orientations. Take it from our Chief People Officer, Paulo Pisano: “At Booking.com, the diversity of our people doesn’t just build an outstanding workplace, it also creates a better and more inclusive travel experience for everyone. Inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. It’s a place where you can make your mark and have a real impact in travel and tech.” We ensure that colleagues with disabilities are provided the adjustments and tools they need to participate in the job application and interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Application Process: Let’s go places together: How we Hire This role does not come with relocation assistance. Booking.com is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. We strive to move well beyond traditional equal opportunity and work to create an environment that allows everyone to thrive. Pre-Employment Screening If your application is successful, your personal data may be used for a pre-employment screening check by a third party as permitted by applicable law. Depending on the vacancy and applicable law, a pre-employment screening may include employment history, education and other information (such as media information) that may be necessary for determining your qualifications and suitability for the position.