Mgr I Strategic Sourcing

Job Title: Manager I, Strategic Sourcing for HR Services - Americas Region
Location: Remote - MX
Job Summary: We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Manager I for Strategic Sourcing for HR Services in the Americas region. This role will be responsible for driving strategic sourcing initiatives for a wide range of HR services, including recruitment, learning & development, employee benefits, and other HR outsourcing solutions. The Manager will work closely with cross-functional teams, including HR, Finance, and Procurement, to optimize sourcing strategies and manage vendor relationships to ensure the delivery of high-quality services while maintaining cost efficiency and compliance with company policies.

**What your background should look like**:
Key Responsibilities:
1. Strategic Sourcing & Procurement:

- Lead and manage the end-to-end strategic sourcing process for HR services across the Americas region.
- Develop and implement sourcing strategies that align with business needs and objectives.
- Identify and assess potential vendors, negotiate contracts, and manage the supplier selection process.
- Ensure competitive pricing and best-in-class service offerings through effective negotiations.
2. Vendor Management:

- Build and maintain strong relationships with key HR service providers and external vendors.
- Oversee vendor performance, ensuring high service delivery standards and compliance with contracts and SLAs.
- Address any performance issues or service gaps, working collaboratively with vendors to resolve challenges.
3. Stakeholder Collaboration:

- Partner closely with HR leadership and cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and ensure sourcing strategies meet organizational needs.
- Provide strategic insights and guidance on HR sourcing initiatives to key stakeholders.
- Present regular updates on sourcing activities, cost savings, and supplier performance to leadership.
4. Market Research & Trends:

- Stay informed of industry trends, best practices, and new developments in HR services to enhance sourcing strategies.
- Conduct market research and competitive benchmarking to ensure optimal sourcing decisions are made.
5. Cost Optimization:

- Lead efforts to drive cost savings and efficiency improvements in the procurement of HR services.
- Identify opportunities for process improvements, vendor consolidations, and cost reduction initiatives.
6. Compliance & Risk Management:

- Ensure all sourcing activities adhere to legal and regulatory requirements in the Americas region.
- Mitigate risks by ensuring contracts and agreements are aligned with company policies and legal standards.
Qualifications:

- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, HR, or related field (MBA or advanced degree is a plus).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, or vendor management, with a focus on HR services.
- Strong understanding of HR services and outsourcing, including recruitment, learning & development, employee benefits, etc.
- Experience negotiating and managing contracts with third-party vendors and service providers.
- Demonstrated ability to work with senior stakeholders, cross-functional teams, and vendors.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with competing priorities.

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TIME TO TRAVEL: 10 TO 25%

**Competencies**:

- Managing and Measuring Work
- Motivating Others
- Building Effective Teams
- Values: Integrity, Accountability, Inclusion, Innovation, Teamwork
- SET : Strategy, Execution, Talent (for managers)