# Strategic Buyer

> Piraeus Bank · Athens, Greece (Hybrid) · — · Posted 2026-06-30

**Workplace:** hybrid

**Department:** GROUP PROCUREM-ADMIN SUPPORT

## Description

**About us**

In Piraeus our purpose is to be a pillar of stability for the Greek economy, to fuel growth and to promote innovation. We aim our footprint in society to be positive and lasting, for the benefit of our customers, our people, our shareholders and society at large, fully reflecting our values. In this way we express in practice our will to: create value in all we do, challenge the frontiers, enthuse our customers and build relationships of trust.

Piraeus offers a full range of financial products and services to 4.5mn customers, representing the leading Bank in Greece in terms of customer loans and deposits.

In 2025, Piraeus was recognized by the Banker as the  “Best Bank in Greece” at the prestigious Bank of the Year Awards, and at the Euromoney Awards for Excellence as Europe’s Best Bank for Corporate Social Responsibility, Greece’s Best Bank for ESG, and Greece’s Best Digital Bank, reflecting our ongoing commitment to responsible banking, sustainability, and digital transformation.

**About the job :**

We are seeking for a motivated and results-driven Strategic Buyer to join our Procurement Unit. In this role, you will be responsible for managing procurement activities ensuring cost-effectiveness, high-quality service delivery, and compliance with the Bank's procurement framework. You will collaborate closely with internal stakeholders and external partners to deliver value-driven sourcing solutions that support the Bank’s strategic objectives.

**Responsibilities**

-   Partner closely with internal stakeholders (ie Risk, Finance, Technology etc) to understand business requirements and provide effective solutions that support organizational objectives.
-   Analyze commercial proposals and market conditions, to ensure competitive pricing, negotiate for optimal commercial terms and sustainable cost savings, while maintaining high service quality agreements.
-   Establish, maintain and foster strong relationships with Suppliers, monitor performance, and address issues to ensure alignment with business objectives, timely delivery and quality standards and monitor performance against agreed KPIs and SLAs.
-   Adhere to and enforce procurement policies, procedures, and regulations, ensuring all purchases align with the Bank’s guidelines and ethical standards.
-   Conduct market research and stay informed on industry trends, best practices, innovations, and emerging suppliers within the relevant landscape.
-   Contribute to the continuous improvement of procurement processes, tools, and category management practices.

## Requirements

**Qualifications**

-   Degree in Finance, Business Administration, or related field (BSc, MSc)
-   Minimum 2 years of relevant professional experience in Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, or Category Management.
-   Experience in supplier management, contract negotiations, and stakeholder engagement, is welcome.
-   Strong analytical and commercial acumen, with the ability to evaluate complex proposals and identify value creation opportunities.
-   Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
-   Strong problem-solving mindset and ability to work effectively in a dynamic environment.
-   Excellent written and verbal communication skills in both Greek and English.
-   Familiarity with digital tools and AI-enabled solutions (e.g. data analysis, market intelligence, automation tools).

## Benefits

**What's In It For You**

In our bank it is a top priority to provide a modern work environment, **where all our employees can perform and grow.** As an employee of Piraeus Bank, you will be part of an organization that:

-   Holds a leading position in the Greek economy and maintains a robust presence in the community
-   Instills a workplace culture that embraces open communication, respect, inclusion and equal opportunities
-   Offers a competitive remuneration package, private health insurance program and other benefits for both employees and their families
-   Provides a challenging working environment that values accountability and celebrates high performance by implementing appropriate incentives
-   Empowers personal & career development and continuous learning while encouraging creative thinking and innovation
-   Provides an all-bank wellbeing program, fostering initiatives that enhance physical, mental & emotional health
-   Provides digital technologies and tools that fully support new ways of working and flexible working options, while communicate regularly and effectively

All applications will be treated with confidentiality. Application Deadline : 07/07/2026

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