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Senior Contract & Procurement Operations Specialist 

(Randstad Global Capability Center - Budapest)

how you will contribute

• Randstad Group Procurement has officially moved to a global Center of Excellence (CoE). Operating within the newly established Services & Contract Operations pillar, you will serve as a specialized expert in contract management, bridging strategic planning with day-to-day operations to ensure all supplier agreements are compliant, optimized for business performance, and aligned with organizational goals. 

• In your role, you will be responsible for managing a defined portfolio of contracts across all procurement categories, with a primary focus on international suppliers. You will navigate the end-to-end lifecycle of agreements—consistently balancing costs, value, and risk—while acting as a trusted operational and strategic advisor to internal business stakeholders. By applying your subject matter expertise, proactive risk mitigation, and strong communication skills, you will ensure strict contract compliance, enhance data accuracy, and strengthen global supplier partnerships across Randstad. 

your typical day includes

• Driving End-to-End Contract Lifecycle Management: Navigating the complete contract journey—from initial drafting and complex commercial negotiations to execution, renewals, and closure—ensuring an optimal balance between cost, value, and organizational risk.
• Executing Supplier Partnership Management: Cultivating enduring professional relationships with key vendors, facilitating performance reviews, resolving disputes, and maintaining transparent communication to ensure operational alignment.
• Elevating performance & renewal strategies: Designing and tracking comprehensive KPI frameworks, establishing clear targets and accountability structures to enhance supplier delivery and overall business performance.
• Proactive risk mitigation & compliance: Identifying and mitigating legal, financial, and operational vulnerabilities in contracts, while ensuring strict compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory mandates (e.g., security and privacy laws).

your responsibilities include

• Strategic cross-functional synergy: Partnering closely with global procurement category leads, tactical sourcing, Legal, Security, Finance, and local market Executive Leadership Teams to streamline invoicing, audit facilitation, and procurement workflows.
• Driving Data integrity & continuous improvement: Actively pursuing opportunities to refine contract performance, validating data accuracy, and implementing innovative solutions to optimize operational workflows.
• Strategic advisory & decision support: Translating operational data and contract insights into relevant management information to assist stakeholders, identify business risks and opportunities, and guide strategic decision-making.

your background

• Professional certification in Contract Management from a recognized global or regional body is highly preferred (e.g., WorldCC CCME, NCMA CPCM, or CATS CM).
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree obtained through education and/or experience in Technology, Computer Science, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in contract management or procurement, with exposure to responsible sourcing environments and indirect procurement processes.
• Exceptional commercial & negotiation acumen: Skilled in leading negotiations, drafting complex documents using precise legal/financial terminology, and securing maximum value for Randstad.
• Proactive risk & regulatory knowledge: Solid understanding of security and privacy legislation, policy compliance, and risk identification to prevent exposure in contracts.

key capabilities

Technical & Domain Capabilities

• End-to-End Contract Lifecycle Management (Tier 2/3 and international agreements).
• Complex legal, commercial & cost terms negotiation.
• Regulatory compliance & risk mitigation (GDPR, Security, Policy Governance).
• Digital Procurement & systems proficiency (Workday, CLM, P2P, AI/RPA intake tools).

Operational & Strategic Capabilities

• Data verification, analytics & quality governance.
• Portfolio strategy optimization.

Interpersonal & Adaptive Capabilities

• Cross-functional alignment (Legal, Finance, ESG, Global Business Leaders).
• Problem-solving & analytical Reasoning.
• Vendor relationship, dispute & renewal management.
• Global, multi-cultural & hybrid team adaptability.

key relationships

• Key relationships: Global Procurement category teams, tactical sourcing, contract management leads, service/product owners, budget owners, and vendor representatives.
• Organizational structure: Collaborates seamlessly across market Executive Leadership Teams (ELTs), local procurement teams, Legal, Security, Finance, and global business stakeholders.

your competencies

• Agile communicator & influencer: Strong written and verbal English skills are a must (fluency in Dutch, German, or French is highly preferred/a plus), paired with soft influencing capabilities to build trust, resolve disputes, and engage effectively with diverse, globally dispersed stakeholders.
• Process-Driven problem solver: Analytical mindset with proven experience establishing processes, solving complex problems, and driving continuous improvement in service quality.
• Autonomy & global awareness: Self-motivated forward-thinker able to work independently, multitask to deadlines, and thrive within a hybrid, multi-cultural team environment.

together we grow. 

When you join Randstad, you join…

• A specialized team delivering tailored solutions for clients and talent, enabling meaningful impact.
• An equitable, inclusive culture where everyone can contribute and thrive.
• A workplace prioritizing growth and empowering teams to adapt and excel.
• A company dedicated to supporting you to perform at your best.
• A commitment to pay for performance with transparency, fairness, and competitiveness.

our purpose

Our purpose is deeply rooted in the belief that by knowing our clients and talent better than anyone else, we can make connections that change lives and transform businesses. We don’t just place people in jobs; we help create futures full of possibility — for our clients, talent, and communities. 

our culture

Our culture is powered by ambition and collaboration, where everyone is driven to push boundaries and achieve success. At Randstad, we don’t settle for “good enough” — we’re committed to walking the extra mile, always striving for perfection while trusting each other to deliver results. You’ll be working in an environment that fosters both individual achievement and team success.

We want our teams and talent to reflect the rich diversity of the societies we serve. We thrive for an environment of belonging, safety and confidence. So everyone can bring their whole selves to work and flourish. Learn more about equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging at randstad here.

leadership expectations

At Randstad, leadership is our shared language. Whether you are leading a team or driving your own career, you contribute to our goal of being the world's most equitable and specialized talent company. We lead across four core pillars:

1. we set direction: it is about anticipating and making decisions that will position randstad for long term success. 
2. we achieve: it is about delivering on our goals and operational excellence.
3. we care: it is about the way we collaborate and work together, creating a sustainable and healthy culture.
4. lead by example: it is about modelling the behaviors and standards we expect from others, demonstrating courage and accountability in every action.

a place for you to grow

We provide a fast-paced growth environment where your ability to adapt and contribute fuels the success of both your team and clients. We appreciate your talents and support your growth through mentorship, skill-building, and career guidance.

meaningful, competitive, and equitable rewards for your performance.

Our employment conditions reflect this; 

• competitive salary 
• variable pay for performance 
• option to take part in Randstad's success through our employee Share Purchase Plan
• growth and development opportunities in a fast changing global environment 
• an environment that promotes work life balance: flexibility with intentionality. 

If you recognize yourself in the profile above, we invite you to apply for this role. For more information you can reach out to our recruitment business partner: judit.roth@randstad.com 

The recruitment procedure consists of a screening and at least two interviews. Later in the process, an (online) assessment and a job offer conversation take place.

Working at Randstad is unlike working at any organization. Because at Randstad we put people at the heart of everything we do. This goes for our clients, our talent, our employees and society. We combine our passion for people with the power of today’s technologies. This helps us support people and organizations in realizing their true potential. Learn more about our mission, history and values on our website: www.randstad.com