Contingent Labor Category Manager

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Description

The Contingent Labor Category Manager generates and implements efficient sourcing and category management strategies for Contingent Labor across the enterprise. The Contingent Labor Category Manager will report directly to the Sr. Category Manager for Contingent Labor, supporting, developing, and implementing process and sourcing initiatives within the Contingent Labor category. Additionally, this position will play a critical role in establishing a broader Total Talent Management Strategy. The individual selected for this role will be expected to build relationships with suppliers, business stakeholders, and will work cross-functionally to proactively identify growth opportunities, innovative solutions, and continuous improvement, ultimately driving value for the enterprise by way of contingent workforce strategy and operations.

Responsibilities

Partners with Contingent Labor Category & MSP team(s) to evaluate industry/business trends for potential impact on the organization; identifies key business opportunities and potential threats to the organization.

Proactively identifies opportunities and works cross-functionally to implement solutions.

Plays critical role in the development of the Total Talent Management Strategy, building a pipeline of opportunities and alignment with stakeholders.

Leads sourcing events and vendor contract negotiations.

Gathers and interprets relevant data to assess vendor spend, productivity, demand patterns, etc.

Delivers results when faced with ambiguity & roadblocks.

Ability to use data and interpersonal skills to influence stakeholders to take action.

Develops deep understanding of the MSP Program, demonstrating the ability to clearly articulate the value proposition to business stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

o 4-year degree in related field, preferably in a business or technical discipline

o Ability to be flexible and willing to learn new skill sets quickly as the need arises

o Solid public speaking and negotiation skills required

o Strong financial and business acumen required

o Proven ability to speak with and work across all levels of the business

o Proficient in Microsoft products (i.e. Word, Excel, Access, Visio, Powerpoint, etc.)

o Ability to assimilate, analyze, draw conclusions, and make recommendations from multi-faceted and often ambiguous data

o Excellent written and verbal communication skills

o Ability to motivate project team members and stakeholders to meet established deadlines

o Motivated self-starter with the ability to work with minimal oversight

o Detail oriented and critical thinker

o Effectiveness in working collaboratively with cross-functional teams

Preferred Qualifications

o At least 5 years of relevant supply chain or temporary staffing industry experience preferred

o Excellent analytical skills; ability to research and make efficient use of resources to achieve effective business results

o Experience in developing project plans and presenting business cases to Senior Leaders preferred

o Understanding of major sourcing processes, supplier and customer interface

o Ability to manage multiple tasks or projects simultaneously in a timely and professional manner; ability to transfer lessons learned into new processes; flexibility in job focus

o Experience with Vendor Management Systems (e.g. Beeline, Fieldglass)

Key Competencies

Accountability: Meets established expectations and takes responsibility for achieving results; encourages others to do the same. Employs focus, attention to detail, reliability, and appropriate prioritization to drive outcomes. Sees opportunities to contribute and takes the initiative to create solutions.

Builds Trust: Consistently models and inspires high levels of integrity in decisions, speech, and actions. Lives up to commitments, taking responsibility for the impact of one's actions. Exercises the courage to prioritize principles and values over personal or professional gain.

Collaborates: Engages others by gathering multiple views and being open to diverse perspectives, focusing on a shared purpose that puts Humana's overall success first. Develops and strengthens networks and relationships, both inside and outside the organization, that support company performance. Proactively and transparently contributes information and energy toward creating value with others.

Creative Listening: Asks questions in a way to receive actionable feedback. Flexible in communication to work with stakeholders in different roles with various experience levels. Read between the lines to understand what a person/team needs, not just what it articulates.

Customer Focus: Connects meaningfully with customers to build emotional engagement and customer advocacy. Develops and applies deep customer knowledge and intimacy to develop and deliver products, services, and interactions that provide value beyond expectations. Simplifies complexity and integrates internal efforts to deliver an optimal customer experience.

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Company info

Humana Inc.
Website : http://www.humana.com