Supplier Diversity Program Manager (US)

Company Description

At Turner & Townsend we’re passionate about making the difference. That means delivering better outcomes for our clients, helping our people to realize their potential, and doing our part to create a prosperous society.
Every day we help our major global clients deliver ambitious and highly technical projects, in over 130 countries worldwide.
Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.

Job Description

Working closely with our Head of Supplier Diversity, Cost Center Directors, and senior leadership across the USA, the Supplier Diversity Program Manager will be responsible to support the growth of the US Supplier Diversity Program within Turner & Townsend, in accordance with internal and external policy and procedures, including client support, direction, guidance, on regional or national projects and programs.

·     Manage the:

• continued development and delivery of Supplier Diversity strategies, programs, and initiatives to advance opportunities for diverse suppliers. Supplier diversity program is in alignment with best practices to ensure an inclusive and sourcing of diverse owned businesses and support equity through the utilization of their services, products, and affiliations.

·     Proactively identify opportunities for diverse suppliers. Key activities include: the identification, capability and capacity review, qualification, and inclusion of diverse suppliers in business opportunities (e.g., development opportunities, pilots, etc.).

·     Work with the Director to develop a Capacity-Building program (i.e. - Mentor-Protégé program) 

·Assist in the formulation of Supplier Diversity Advisory Council objectives and measures

·Develop XBE utilization analysis and reporting

·     Drive program results, by analyzing performance relative to internal and external benchmarks, and meet all reporting requirements based on program metrics and related data strategies to measure.

·     Establish and maintain strategic partnerships with diverse supplier organizations identifying mutually beneficial opportunities to increase engagement, foster connections and increase community presence.

·     Provide regional and/or national support to project teams to achieve inclusion goals.

·     Collaborate with internal stakeholders on initiatives, RFP's, contracts, and overall compliance related to Supplier Diversity and Diverse Business Enterprises.

·Monitor compliance as it relates to Owner requirements, including and not limited to tracking progress towards goals, data entry, XBE payment tracking, XBE issues/concerns and support

· Utilize the T&T Supplier Diversity data tracking tool to; enhance the pool of XBE contractors in the system, track progress against goals on specific projects; track T&T specific XBE utilization and performance; support T&T team members in the use of the tool for XBE searches, etc.

·     Collaborate regularly with business stakeholders to gather risk parameters, performance/SLA metrics, conduct industry research for benchmarking supplier metrics.

·     Represent the business by participating on boards and committees and providing thought leadership to key organizations within the regions such as the WBENC, NMSDC, Association of General Contractors, Associated Builders and Contractors, National Minority Supplier Development Council, National Association of Minority Contractors, etc.

·     Partner with cross functional teams to manage technical capacity building program, Mentor-protégé relationships, other trade partner development programs, and pipeline development (increasing pool of small and diverse firms).

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

·     Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.

·     5 - 10 years of relevant experience in a public sector or corporate environment preferably in the areas of DEI, procurement and supplier management, corporate strategy, program management, or related field

Preferred Qualifications:

·     Specific experience with supplier/subcontractor relations and diversity outreach within a geographical market, a plus.

·     Solid knowledge of supplier diversity best practices and industry trends.

·     Demonstrated knowledge of construction process.

·     Strong ability to analyze data, produce reports and track metrics

·     Track record of success in engaging business leaders and vendors on diversity initiatives.

·     Ability to build and maintain trust-based relationships with multiple internal and external sta