Category Manager, Strategic Procurement Contingent Labor

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The Category Manager, Strategic Procurement Contingent Labor is a pivotal role responsible for developing and executing comprehensive sourcing strategies for the professional services category, including the contingent workforce. This role requires expertise in sourcing, vendor management, compliance, and cost management, aimed at optimizing the acquisition and deployment of temporary, contract, and freelance personnel across the organization. The incumbent will act as a strategic partner to internal stakeholders and collaborate with legal and HR teams to ensure alignment with business goals and regulatory compliance.

YOU WILL: 

Strategic Procurement (80%):

• Strategic Sourcing:
  • Develop and implement sourcing strategies for the professional services category, including contingent workforce, temporary staff, outsourced contractors, freelancers, and consultants.
  • Collaborate with business units to understand their workforce needs, skill requirements, and project timelines.
  • Identify, evaluate, and establish relationships with preferred staffing agencies, service providers, and online platforms for talent acquisition.
  • Negotiate terms, pricing, and contracts to secure favorable rates and conditions.
• Vendor Management:
  • Monitor and assess the performance of suppliers, staffing agencies, and contingent workforce providers.
  • Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) for supplier performance, including talent quality, responsiveness, compliance, and cost-effectiveness.
  • Conduct regular vendor reviews and provide feedback to improve service quality and address performance issues.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Ensure adherence to labor laws, regulations, and company policies for managing contingent workers.
  • Mitigate risks related to worker misclassification, co-employment, and other legal concerns.
  • Work with legal and HR departments to develop and maintain appropriate documentation and contracts for contingent personnel.
• Demand Forecasting and Planning:
  • Partner with department managers and project leads to understand short-term and long-term workforce needs.
  • Develop accurate forecasts for contingent labor requirements across various functions and projects.
  • Align workforce planning strategies with business objectives and project timelines.
• Cost Management:
  • Analyze and manage costs associated with contingent workforce utilization. 
  • Implement cost-saving initiatives, such as rate negotiations, volume discounts, and process improvements.
  • Monitor budget adherence and provide insights and recommendations for cost optimization.
• Technology and Automation:
  • Stay updated on technology trends and solutions for contingent workforce management.
  • Evaluate and implement technology platforms and tools to streamline sourcing, onboarding, time tracking, and payment processes for contingent workers.

Transformational Leadership (20%):

• Leadership and Influence:
  • Act as a Procurement ambassador, building strong relationships and acting as a trusted advisor to internal stakeholders.
  • Lead initiatives to enhance the procurement function, integrating it more deeply into business processes and goals.
  • Champion procurement best practices and foster a culture of continuous improvement within the procurement team.
• Strategic Vision:
  • Develop and communicate a clear vision for the procurement strategy related to professional services and contingent workforce.
  • Align procurement objectives with the broader strategic goals of