DWS - Procurement and Vendor Management Associate

About DWS:

Today, markets face a whole new set of pressures – but also a whole lot of opportunity too. Opportunity to innovate differently. Opportunity to invest responsibly. And opportunity to make change.

Join us at DWS, and you can be part of an industry-leading firm with a global presence. You can lead ambitious opportunities and shape the future of investing. You can support our clients, local communities, and the environment.

We’re looking for creative thinkers and innovators to join us as the world continues to transform. As whole markets change, one thing remains clear; our people always work together to capture the opportunities of tomorrow. That’s why we are ‘Investors for a new now’.

As investors on behalf of our clients, it is our role to find investment solutions. Ensuring the best possible foundation for our clients’ financial future. And in return, we’ll give you the support and platform to develop new skills, make an impact and work alongside some of the industry’s greatest thought leaders. This is your chance to achieve your goals and lead an extraordinary career.

This is your chance to invest in your future.

Read more about DWS and who we are here.

Team / division overview

DWS continues its journey as a publicly listed asset manager since its IPO and is in the process of establishing its own infrastructure and corporate functions, including Procurement. Both the Third-Party Management Operations and Third-Party Lifecyle Management will be fundamental pillars of DWS Procurement.

Your responsibilities

As our Procurement Analyst (AFC Vendor Screening) - Associate, you will:

• Act as Third-Party Management process and requirements expert, working with relevant Risk SMEs and guiding the Service Relationship Owners (SRO) through the E2E process based on KOD and policy.
• Ensure that Third-Party Risk Management transactions and Third-Party Lifecycle Management attestations assigned to you are managed effectively, any issues are addressed timely and resolved in a timely manner;
• Identify opportunities for process improvements to help drive efficiencies; and
• Participate and drive projects for process improvements

We are looking for

• At least 1-2 years relevant experience particularly in vendor onboarding and management processes, third-party E2E operational management from third-party onboarding to service go-live / exit or termination;
• Experience with Third-Party Risk Management platforms; Process Unity skills highly desirable;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for all levels of the organisation. English-fluency required;
• Ability to apply a solution-based approach to arising problems, proactively search for resolutions through cross-functional networking;
• Able to operate effectively within a global organisation working with teams across multiple entities;
• Enthusiastic and results-oriented with proven ability to deliver results; and
• Willing to work mid-shift (2:00 PM to 11:00 PM Manila time) and on hybrid set-up. Office is located in Bonifacio Global City.

What we’ll offer you:

At DWS we’re serious about diversity, equity and creating an inclusive culture where colleagues can be themselves and it’s important to us that you enjoy coming to work - feeling healthy, happy and rewarded. At DWS you’ll have access to a range of benefits including, but not limited, to the below:

A hybrid working model, allowing for in-office / work from home flexibility, comprehensive leave policy, personal and volunteer days.

Competitive compensation packages including health and wellbeing benefits.

Access to best in class trainings, in role development and career progression opportunities.

If you require any adjustments or changes to be made to the interview process for any reason including, or related to a disability or long-term health condition, then please contact your recruiter and let them know what assistance you may need. Examples of adjustments include providing a change to the format of the interview, or providing assistance when at the DWS office. This will not affect your application and our recruitment team will discuss options with you.

Our values define the working environment we strive to create – diverse, supportive, and welcoming of different views. We embrace a culture reflecting a variety of perspectives, insights, and backgrounds to drive innovation. We build talented and diverse teams to drive business results and encourage our people to develop to their full potential. Talk to us about flexible work arrangements and other initiatives we offer.

We promote good working relationships and encourage high standards of conduct and work performance. We welcome applications from talented people from all cultures, countries, races, genders, sexual orientations, disabilities, beliefs, and generations and are committed to providing a working environment free from harassment, discrimination, and retaliation.