Procurement Officer - based in Luxembourg

ph3Procurement Officer - based in Luxembourg. /h3 /brpThis position is based at our Luxembourg headquarters and requires regular office presence. The EIB offers you the opportunity to live and work in a truly international and multi-cultural environment. We also offer relocation support. /p /brpThe EIB, the European Union's bank, is seeking to recruit for its Chief Financial Controller Directorate (CFC), Corporate Finance Procurement Centre Department (CFPC), Procurement Management Division (PM), Procurement Management Unit 1 Unit (PM1) at its headquarters in Luxembourg, a Procurement Officer*. /p /brpThis is a full-time temporary position at grade 5. /p /brpThe term of this contract will be 15/12/2028. /p /brul /brliinternal benchmark Officer Procurement Contract Management /li /br /ul /brpPanel interviews are anticipated for October/November. /p /brh3Purpose /h3 /brpYou will coordinate, design and implement corporate procurement solutions across the EIB under regulatory and governance constraints in order to ensure compliant, efficient and value driven sourcing and contracting outcomes. /p /brh3Operating Network /h3 /brpYou will operate within the central function responsible for corporate procurement activities across the EIB. The role covers a wide range of categories, including corporate services, digital, facilities, and professional services. /p /brpThe position requires managing complex procurement processes involving multiple stakeholders and ensuring alignment with evolving regulatory requirements (e.g. EU procurement rules, outsourcing frameworks, DORA). The role is characterised by strong interaction with business units, Legal (JU), Compliance (GRC-OCCO) and Finance functions. /p /brpYou will contribute to the Bank’s transition towards a more integrated and efficient procurement model, with clear separation between upstream procurement (PM) and downstream contract lifecycle management. /p /brpLimited travel may occur depending on procurement needs. /p /brh3Accountabilities /h3 /brul /brliLead and coordinate end-to-end procurement processes, ensuring full regulatory compliance, mitigation of legal risk, and high standards of quality assurance and legal consistency across all activities. /li /brliTranslate business requirements into effective procurement strategies, sourcing approaches and contractual solutions that optimise value, ensure operational efficiency and mitigate risks. /li /brliPrepare and oversee tender documentation, evaluation processes and award proposals, ensuring transparency, robustness and auditability, with a strong focus on legal coherence and compliance. /li /brliContribute to the implementation and oversight of key governance controls, including verification of Powers of Attorney and signature authorities, ensuring transactions are properly authorised and legally enforceable. /li /brliTake a leading role in designated procurement categories (e.g. IT, licence management), ensuring optimisation of costs, usage and contractual terms across the organisation. /li /brliIdentify, assess and proactively manage procurement risks, including in areas such as outsourcing, supplier dependency and relevant regulatory frameworks (e.g. DORA), and develop appropriate mitigation strategies. /li /brliContribute to the development, standardisation and continuous improvement of procurement policies, tools, templates and procedures, promoting consistency and best practices across CFPC/PM. /li /brliProvide expert advice to internal stakeholders on procurement strategies, contract structuring and applicable regulatory frameworks. /li /brliContribute to procurement reporting, performance monitoring and data quality in procurement systems, ensuring reliable information to support decision-making and senior management oversight. /li /br /ul /brh3Qualifications /h3 /brul /brliUniversity degree (minimum an equivalent to a Bachelor) preferably in Law, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering or related field. /li /brliAt least 5 years of relevant professional experience, ideally in public procurement, sourcing and contract management, preferably in an international organisation. /li /brliStrong knowledge of EU public procurement rules, principles and practices. /li /brliExperience in managing tender procedures. /li /brliUnderstanding of risk management, contract structuring and supplier management concepts. /li /brliStrong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to manage multiple processes simultaneously. /li /brliExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills. /li /brliVery good knowledge of standard IT tools and procurement systems. /li /brliExcellent knowledge of English and/or French (***) with a good command of the other. Knowledge of other EU languages would be an advantage. French would in particular be a distinct advantage. /li /brliExperience in contract negotiations is a plus. /li /brliExperience with digital procurement tools and systems (e.g. PPMT, Mercell) is a plus. /li /brliExperience in managing IT-related procurement procedures and calls for tender (e.g. software, hardware, consultancy services) is an advantage. /li /br /ul /brh3Competencies /h3 /brpFind Out More About EIB Core Behavioural Skills Here /p /brpTo find out more about our eligibility criteria click here /p /brp(***) Unless stated explicitly as a required qualification, a good command of French is not a pre-requisite for hire. As both English and French are however official working languages of the EIB, proficiency in both languages is a pre-requisite for your future career development. Any language clause in your contract must be fulfilled in order for you to be eligible for a promotion (either via the annual appraisal cycle or via an internal selection process). Proficiency is understood to mean the attainment of level 5 of the Inter Institutional language courses, corresponding to B1.2 of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFRL). The Bank offers appropriate training support. /p /brpWe hire and value talent with unique characteristics, creating a work environment where they can be themselves. We believe that Diversity, Equity and Inclusion makes us a performing and innovative organisation. We encourage all suitably qualified and eligible candidates to apply regardless of their gender identity/expression, age, racial, ethnic and cultural background, religion and beliefs, sexual orientation, disability or neurodiversity. /p /brpIf you require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process due to a disability, neurodivergence, or a chronic health condition, please contact the EIB Recruitment team who will manage your request appropriately. /p /brpBy applying for this position, you acknowledge the importance of maintaining the security and integrity of the Information of the EIB Group. In case of selection for the position, you agree to comply with all measures (policies, controls, document classification and management) implemented by the EIB Group to prevent unauthorised disclosure of any information or any damage to the EIB Group reputation. /p /brpDeadline for applications: 1st of October 2026 /p /p #J-18808-Ljbffr