CATEGORY MANAGER- HR SERVICES
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CATEGORY MANAGER- HR SERVICES

HUGO by RGP

Location: Houston,TX, USA

Date: 2024-10-22T07:28:10Z

Job Description:

Category Manager - HR Services

Location: Houston, TX preferred, Remote is an option

Duration: 12-months

Pay Rate: up to $35/hour W2

The Category Specialist for Professional Services will support our client with the sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities for HR-related services, including Employee Benefits, Staff Augmentation, Consulting, and other HR-related categories. The role will focus on executing sourcing initiatives, managing vendor relationships, and supporting the overall category strategy as defined by senior management.

Key Responsibilities:

Sourcing and Procurement Support

  • Assist in executing sourcing initiatives, including Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotations (RFQs) for HR services, Employee Benefits, and Consulting.
  • Conduct market research, supplier analysis, and spend analysis to support procurement decisions.
  • Coordinate with suppliers to obtain quotes, clarify specifications, and manage bid processes.

Supplier Relationship Support -

  • Help maintain relationships with key suppliers by assisting with contract administration, performance tracking, and issue resolution.
  • Support supplier negotiations for pricing, terms, and contract renewals under the guidance of senior category managers.

Category Administration -

  • Assist in managing purchase orders, invoices, and other procurement documentation to ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Help monitor supplier performance metrics, contract compliance, and cost-saving initiatives.
  • Maintain and update procurement systems (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle) with current supplier information, pricing, and contract terms.

Cross-functional Collaboration -

  • Work closely with internal teams (HR, Finance, and Legal) to understand business needs and ensure alignment with procurement activities.
  • Provide regular reports and updates to category managers on procurement progress, supplier performance, and contract status.

Cost Optimization Support -

  • Support cost-saving initiatives by conducting spend analysis and identifying opportunities for cost reduction or service improvement.
  • Assist in tracking and reporting on savings achieved through procurement activities.

Risk Management -

  • Help identify and escalate supply chain or service risks to category managers.
  • Assist in maintaining continuity of services by working with suppliers on contingency planning.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Human Resources, or related field preferred.
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in procurement or sourcing, ideally in HR Services, Employee Benefits, Staff Augmentation, or Consulting.
  • Basic knowledge of procurement processes and contract management.
  • Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel and procurement software (e.g., SAP Ariba, Oracle).

Preferred Skills:

  • CIPS, CPSM, or other procurement-related certifications are a plus.
  • Experience in large, multinational organizations or the industrial sector.
  • Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Key Competencies:

  • Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
  • Good communication and interpersonal skills for working with suppliers and internal teams.
  • Proactive problem-solver with a collaborative mindset.

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