Key Responsibilities
Strategic Partner Engagement
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Build and maintain trusted relationships with senior stakeholders
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Act as a strategic advisor, translating business needs into sourcing strategies
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Provide commercial insights and market expertise to influence decisions
Sourcing Strategy & Execution
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Lead complex sourcing projects across multiple HR subcategories
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Manage RFPs/RFIs, supplier evaluations, and selection processes
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Ensure compliance with organizational policies and priorities
Commercial Strategy & Deal Structuring
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Analyze financial models and cost scenarios to support negotiations
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Structure deals balancing cost efficiency with business requirements
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Deliver cost savings while maintaining service quality and scalability
Contracting & Compliance
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Draft and negotiate contracts including MSAs, amendments, and task orders
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Ensure supplier performance, issue resolution, and regulatory compliance
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Collaborate with stakeholders to maintain contractual integrity
Market Intelligence & Supplier Management
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Monitor HR market trends, innovations, and regulatory developments
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Manage supplier relationships to foster collaboration and continuous improvement
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Benchmark supplier performance and drive accountability
Governance & Standards
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Apply sourcing best practices, tools, and methodologies consistently
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Contribute to category strategies and process improvements
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Promote excellence across sourcing and procurement functions
What You Bring
Education
: Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Supply Chain, or related field); MBA preferred
Experience
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Extensive expertise in HR services sourcing (e.g., recruitment, benefits, payroll, HRIS, L&D)
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Proven track record managing large-scale, multi-million-dollar sourcing projects
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Strong stakeholder engagement and supplier management skills
Skills
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Advanced negotiation and contract management capabilities
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Strong financial acumen, with experience in pricing models and cost analysis
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Proficiency in sourcing tools (e.g., SAP Ariba), Excel, PowerPoint, and analytics platforms
Personal Qualities
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Collaborative, professional, and resilient
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Strong communicator with the ability to influence at senior levels
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Driven by impact, growth, and continuous improvement