Do you want to contribute as an IT Contract Manager to the challenges for a green future? Think of robotization in agriculture, IoT in greenhouses and stables, deep learning for harvest forecasts or crop protection! In addition, we offer a great working atmosphere and growth opportunities.

As an IT Contract Manager, you are responsible for managing and optimizing the main IT contracts within WUR. You do this by being involved in the creation of new contracts and managing existing contracts according to the CATS-CM methodology. This ensures that contracts meet the needs of the organization and that the service from suppliers proceeds according to previously made agreements.
We ask the Contract Manager to have a broad view of the different interests, you quickly understand what is happening in the market and are able to act accordingly. From the management role, you steer on performance and leave the 'how question' to your suppliers. You also leave the determination of 'what to what extent' to the Product Owners. You are focused on the collaborative relationship and know how to negotiate sharply. When necessary, you know how to adopt a pragmatic attitude. You bring positive energy, are open and curious, and have a sense of humor.

Your tasks and responsibilities

• Responsible for executing and further professionalizing contract management according to the CATS-CM methodology.
• Monitoring the duration and content of the contracts and compliancy of agreed service level and KPIs.
• Aligning the contract's objectives with the Contract Owner and collaborating with the Product Owner to develop and maintain supplier relationships.
• Being a point of contact for various stakeholders, including internal colleagues, external market parties, suppliers, and contract partners on contract-related matters.
• Participating in workgroups on policy issues and procurement processes.

You will work within the Contract & License Management team, part of the IT Customer Services department. The team provides contract management and license management services and is supported with contract and license administration. The services are continuously developing, partly through the use of supporting tools (ServiceNow platform). The team works partly from home and partly on the Campus in Wageningen (2 days a week).

• HBO+ working and thinking level.
• At least 3 years of experience as a contract manager, of which at least 1 year within an IT environment.
• Proven experience with the creation of contracts in the context of European tenders.
• CATS-CM Foundation and Practitioner certified or willing to obtain these.
• Good negotiation skills.
• Excellent communication skills and strong oral and written proficiency in Dutch and English;

Furthermore:
We warmly invite you to apply even if you do not yet have the knowledge and experience we ask for but do have the right competencies and ambition to fulfill this challenging position. If you do not have a completed HBO education, an assessment may be part of the application procedure.

Wageningen University & Research offers excellent terms of employment. A few highlights from our Collective Labour Agreement include:

• working hours that can be discussed and arranged so that they allow for the best possible work-life balance;
• sabbatical leave, study leave, and partially paid parental leave;
• there is a strong focus on vitality and you can make use of the sports facilities available on campus for a small fee;
• a fixed December bonus of 8,3%;
• excellent pension scheme.

In addition to these first-rate employee benefits, you will of course receive a good salary. We offer, depending on your experience, a competitive gross salary of between €3202 and €5949 for a full-time working week of 36 hours, in accordance with the CLA Wageningen Research (scale 10/11). Additionally, a contract for 32 hours can be discussed. As for your contract, we initially offer a one-year contract that can be extended - if possible within (company) organizational circumstances - on good performance. Of course, we are happy to have a conversation with you if you have any questions about this.
Wageningen University & Research encourages internal advancement opportunities and mobility with an internal recruitment policy. There are plenty of options for personal initiative in a learning environment, and we provide excellent training opportunities. We are offering a multi-faceted position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.
You are going to work at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland and with your work you have a clear and positive impact on society. At WUR we work on the most pressing challenges of our time, like climate change and feeding the world in a sustainable way.
Wageningen University & Research encourages internal advancement opportunities and mobility with an internal recruitment policy. There are plenty of options for personal initiative in a learning environment, and we provide excellent training opportunities. We are offering a unique position in an international environment with a pleasant and open working atmosphere.

You are going to work at the greenest and most innovative campus in Holland, and at a university that has been chosen as the “Best University” in the Netherlands for the 19th consecutive time.

Wageningen University & Research

Wageningen University & Research
The mission of Wageningen University & Research is “To explore the potential of nature to improve the quality of life”. Under the banner Wageningen University & Research, Wageningen University and the specialised research institutes of the Wageningen Research Foundation have joined forces in contributing to finding solutions to important questions in the domain of healthy food and living environment. With its roughly 30 branches, 7,700 employees (7,000 fte), 2,500 PhD and EngD candidates, 13,100 students and over 150,000 participants to WUR’s Life Long Learning, Wageningen University & Research is one of the leading organisations in its domain. The unique Wageningen approach lies in its integrated approach to issues and the collaboration between different disciplines.
Read the 5 reasons why your future colleagues enjoy working at WUR.

We will recruit for the vacancy ourselves and do not appreciate unasked for services from recruitment agencies. However, sharing in your network is appreciated.

Coming from abroad
Wageningen University & Research is the university and research centre for life sciences. The themes we deal with are relevant to everyone around the world and Wageningen, therefore, has a large international community and a lot to offer to international employees.
Because we expect you to work and live in the Netherlands our team of advisors on Dutch immigration procedures will help you with the visa application procedures for yourself and, if applicable, for your family. If you come with a partner, we offer a Dual Career group program organized by our Welcome Center. This program helps your partner to get familiar with the Dutch culture, labour market and assists your partner to find a job.

Feeling welcome also has everything to do with being well informed. Wageningen University & Research's International Community page contains practical information about what we can do to support international employees coming to Wageningen. Furthermore, our Welcome Center can assist you with any additional advice and information about for example housing, opening a bank account or schooling. Finally, certain categories of international staff may be eligible for a tax exemption on a part of their salary during the first five years in the Netherlands.

For more information about this position, please contact Sander van den Steen van Ommeren, manager IT Customer Services, telephone +31317 484831 or by e-mail sander.vandensteenvanommeren@wur.nl
For more information about the procedure, please contact Leoni Gasille, Advisor HR, telephone +31317-485 821 or by e-mail: leoni.gasille@wur.nl.
Do you want to apply?
You can apply by sending an email with your cv to Sander van den Steen van Ommeren and Leoni Gasille.
This vacancy will be listed up to and including Monday, December 2th 2024.

Procedure
As part of our selection process, an assessment may be incorporated within the procedure

Welcome, safe, and valued
Wageningen University & Research (WUR) highly values diversity and inclusion because we believe that different insights lead to innovative solutions. We create a work environment where everyone feels welcome, safe, and appreciated, regardless of background, identity, or experience. Together, we are building a culture where everyone's unique contribution adds to the success of our organization.