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Company Description

We Dream. We Do. We Deliver.

At Merkle, a dentsu company, we power the

experience

economy. Whether

building the next great

app, running CRM at scale for global brands, delivering technology architectures that support millions of

users, or providing world-class data, identity, and insights solutions

all in the name of crafting

experiences that set brands apart from the competition. Backed by

dentsu's

legacy of innovation and

creativity originating in Japan

spent over 35 years helping brands build loyalty, drive growth, and

connect meaningfully with their audiences.

been named a global “Leader” by top industry analyst firms in categories as wide-ranging as digital

transformation and commerce, experience design

engineering

and technology integration, digital

marketing, data science

CRM and

loyalty, and customer data management.

Why choose Merkle?

Innovation at Our Core

As part of

global network, Merkle pushes the boundaries of customer

experience, integrating creativity, technology, and data to drive real-world impact. For over 35 years

been innovating to meet the changing needs of our clients.

Global Reach with Local Expertise

With over

16,000 employees

across 30+ countries, and part of a

employees

network at dentsu, Merkle blends global insights with a deep understanding of local

markets to deliver personalized, effective solutions.

Collaborative Culture

At Merkle, your ideas and contributions truly matter.

join a team that fosters

innovation, collaboration, and creative problem-solving. Together, we work on impactful international

projects, making meaningful connections every step of the way.

We are looking for a

Senior Procurement Business Partner, focus in Technology

to lead strategic sourcing and procurement activities across our Technology category portfolio. This role will partner closely with IT, Finance, Legal, Security and business stakeholders to drive value, manage supplier relationships, optimize spend and ensure strong procurement governance.

You will combine commercial expertise, analytical thinking and project management skills to support business growth, transformation and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the end-to-end procurement lifecycle, from demand planning to contract execution and supplier management.

Develop and execute sourcing strategies for Technology categories, including Software, SaaS, Cloud, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity and Technology Services.

Conduct spend analysis and identify cost optimization and value creation opportunities.

Lead supplier negotiations and contract management activities.

Build strong relationships with stakeholders and act as a trusted procurement advisor.

Drive procurement governance, compliance and risk management initiatives.

Deliver market intelligence, supplier benchmarking and business insights.

Support procurement transformation, process improvement and digitalization projects.

Create dashboards, reports and analytics to support data-driven decision making.

What we're looking for

8+ years of procurement or strategic sourcing experience, with a strong focus on Technology categories.

Fluent German and English.

Proven experience managing complex supplier negotiations and contracts.

Strong stakeholder management and business partnering skills.

Experience in spend analytics, reporting and data-driven decision making.

Project management experience, including cross-functional initiatives.

Good understanding of financial concepts such as budgeting, forecasting, business cases and cost analysis.

Knowledge of procurement tools, contract management systems and analytics platforms.

Work visa sponsorship is not available.

For local documentation (NIF, NISS), please consult Portuguese authorities.

Additional Information

Benefits and

25 vacation days

Enjoy 2

additional

volunteering days to support your passion project

Mental Health: Benefit from 3 extra wellness days on top of your vacation days and a Mental Health

First Aider and Employee

Assisstance

program to support your well-being

Health insurance (also possible for family members)

Cutting Edge Technology & Latest IT tools

Software-house environment

Agile and Flexible working hours

Hybrid

working

we combine flexibility with in-person collaboration, with an expectation of 1 day per week/ 4 days per month in the office

Digital nomad policy

Focus on career development

Full access to Dentsu Academy, our global online learning platform

Beers, foosball, and ping-pong! #workhardplayhard

Free breakfast every second

Wednesday

of the month

Employee discounts

Team & Company events

Referral bonus program

At dentsu, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is central to our vision: "To be at the forefront of people-centered transformations that shape society."

We cherish the unique talents and perspectives of all individuals, welcoming applicants regardless of gender, gender identity, nationality, religion, ethnicity, cultural background, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental ability. By embracing diverse perspectives, we create meaningful change and sustainable growth for our people, clients, and society. Our hiring decisions are guided by qualifications and role-specific requirements, ensuring a workplace

from discrimination and harassment.

#LI-Hybrid #LI-MERKLE

Location

Lisbon

Dentsu

Time Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent