SOW Consultant Engagement Leader

SOW Consultant / Engagement Lead

Objectives

Deliver Sourcing and Category Management for the Contingent Labor (Temp Labor) category

Develop and execute regional category strategy and plan

Provide category thought leadership, knowledge sharing and continuous improvement

Lead Supplier Relationship Management program

Lead the Supplier Diversity Initiative

Responsibilities

Serve as client engagement lead for contingent labor category with specific emphasis on SOW management

Develop and manage the procurement team including setting individual targets, team targets and performance monitoring

Analyze spend, identify opportunities and deliver programs that generate cost savings, contract improvements and risk mitigation

Develop and execute category strategies and plans in concert with the other functional teams (Recruiting, Finance, Legal, Sales & Delivery Teams)

Provide thought leadership and promote knowledge sharing process across all regions

Obtain support and agreement for procurement strategy from key stakeholders to ensure optimal compliance.

Work with internal stakeholders to identify and support their need for filling contingent labor roles

Initiate and manage Rfx's (RFQ- s, RFI's and RFP- s) related contract labor

Develop strategies to expand SOW usage for contract labor requirements

Work with internal stakeholders to identify SOW opportunities and set strategy for expansion

Define and manage key supplier relationships to deliver improvement in performance, cost, service and quality. Responsible for Supplier Relationship Management program.

Measure supplier performance against contractual and service delivery targets.

Lead supplier review meetings with business stakeholders and suppliers to assess supplier performance and contract compliance and take corrective action as required. Promote vendor capabilities within the organization. Provide official communication to suppliers as necessary.

Negotiate Savings and best possible commercials across the contingent labor category. Track and report savings.

Establish and report on measurable performance metrics for all procurement activities including supplier performance, payment terms, contractual terms, savings, and spend under management

Establish and develop relationships with all key stakeholders: suppliers, internal customers; engaging with internal recruitment team, procurement, payables and other business stakeholders

Assist in providing procurement solutions to our clients

Drive value added activities by implementing innovative strategies that both support and align with the organization's priorities and goals

Develop and document standard operating procedures for category

Key Skills/Experience:

7+ year's experience delivering contingent labor category sourcing/buying services, strategic sourcing, contract negotiation and supplier relationship management

Extensive knowledge of the contingent labor market place (e.g. suppliers, rates, labor laws, technology, rate benchmarking tools)

Exposure to contract laws, negotiation, market dynamics, commercial strategy, strategic sourcing, contract management and supply relationship management

Knowledge and/or experience with MSP's and VMS

Strong communication skills and drive desired results within the organization

Excellent people management skills; Proficient in verbal communication, writing, time management, organizational and presentation skills

Ability to interact with client senior leadership and provide thought leadership and guidance

Excellent analytical and decision-making skills

Exceptionally strong work ethic displaying a mature and professional attitude with an ability to adjust quickly to change

Motivated, self-starter and achievement oriented

Demonstrated ability to build relationships / partnerships (internal and external), and ability to influence and drive change

High level of proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Word, PowerPoint and Excel

Excellent negotiation, influence, mediation & conflict management skills

Bachelor's Degree required, Advance degree and/or Contingent Labor certification a plus

Location:

US

Metasys Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, veteran or disability status.