Strategic Sourcing Contracts Manager - Contingent Labor

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Job Description:

Arrow is looking for a Strategic Contracts Manager to support our Contingent Workforce Programs.

What You'll Be Doing:

Sourcing and Category Management Support

• Provide leadership in contingent labor program activities to ensure operational and cost efficiency.
• Provide specialized contingent labor contract knowledge.
• Ensures continuous improvement of contingent labor program operation services to HR, Hiring Manager, 3rd party payroll company, and Staffing Agencies. 
• Support contingent labor globalization efforts.
• Negotiate, review, draft, and manage contracts with low to high complexity and risk with moderate supervision balancing the need for cost containment, vendor consolidation and risk management.
• Conduct program analysis to understand performance metrics and ensure compliance.

Supplier Management

• Manage specific supplier relationships and ensure the ongoing management of performance, quality, cost, and compliance with established agreements.
• Facilitate supplier business reviews that focus on supplier performance, business growth strategies, and supply market changes.
• Work with suppliers and key stakeholders to: identify research and resolve contingent labor related issues; develop corrective action programs; and monitor progress and identify opportunities for improvement and growth.
• Collect and monitor changes in provider demand, spend, performance, SLA penalties, and volume discount/credit structures.
• Perform scorecarding and audits on preferred suppliers as necessary.

Relationship Management

• Work closely with Business Unit personnel and other key stakeholders, including IT, Finance, and Legal, to develop, implement, and apply policy regarding the management of contingent labor.
• Interface with key stakeholders, ensure objectives align with their expectations, and provide project status and analysis.
• Ensure risk assessment information is current and complete for all assigned contracts.
• Work closely with stakeholders to develop joint strategies for achieving company requirements.

Project Management

• Provide incremental support to sourcing teams for execution of strategies within the category plans.
• Manage multiple simultaneous project activities related to contingent labor and other sourcing / purchasing categories.
• Prepare and maintain project milestones, change management communications, and ensure projects adhere to the timeline requirements.

What We Are Looking For:

• 5–7 years of related experience with a 4-year degree, preferably in Finance, Business Administration or Supply Chain Management; or 3 years and an advanced degree; or equivalent work experience.
• Understanding of policy, compliance, and risk management as they apply to workforce management.
• Actively participate in and facilitate category strategy development, supplier reviews, and other relevant meetings.
• Strong organizational awareness and ability to plan and make decisions with minimal guidance.
• Proactive and collaborative approach delivering superior stakeholder engagement.
• Strong analysis and problem-solving capabilities.

What’s In It For You :

At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That’s why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans and a solid benefits package.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401k, With Matching Contributions
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Growth Opportunities
• And more!

Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer. 

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EEO Statement:

Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy)

We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application.