Contingent Workforce Specialist

Contingent Workforce Specialist

Remote – USA

Schedule: Standard Working Hours

Duration: 6-Month Initial Contract

Pay: $50-54/hr (W2)



Our client is a leading global genomics and life sciences company. They are seeking a Contingent Workforce Specialist to coach, train, and assist hiring managers and vendor suppliers on standard operating procedures. This role manages the vendor management and applicant tracking systems, and requires outstanding customer service, attention to detail, and the ability to build relationships with internal and external customers.



Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Manages the requisition process of contingent workers in the VNDLY vendor management system
• Partners closely with hiring managers to understand position requirements and effectively translates those requirements to preferred suppliers
• Assists hiring managers through the selection and onboarding process for contingent workers, and provides ongoing support for time sheets, performance discussions with suppliers, and contingent worker requests
• Maintains and updates all standard operating procedures for contingent workers, suppliers, and hiring managers
• Manages supplier performance including candidate quality via a quarterly score carding process, performance improvement plans, and supplier optimization
• Creates supplier score cards, quarterly data, and regular reporting requests through the VNDLY vendor management system
• Manages the VNDLY vendor management system ticket management process, including defects and enhancements
• Resolves escalated issues from contractors, managers, and vendors
• Stays current with laws and regulations concerning the contractor workforce
• Helps develop and implement marketing materials (print, digital, graphic, and textual) to build brand awareness for internal stakeholders and external vendors

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 2 years of related experience; or an advanced degree without experience; or equivalent work experience
• Typically at least 2 years' experience in the contingent workforce area or equivalent experience
• Experience within a staffing agency, corporate recruiting environment, or managed service provider

Knowledge and Skills

• Excellent communication skills, including speaking, writing, and presenting
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work assignments, and priorities with little supervision
• Experience with applicant tracking systems and/or vendor management systems
• Prior experience with VNDLY and Certified Contingent Workforce Professional (CCWP) preferred
• Strong change management, process management, and negotiation skills
• Ability to coach, train, and assist hiring managers and suppliers on standard operating procedures
• Reporting and metrics-driven approach to analyzing data and improving processes
• Proficiency in the latest versions of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, PowerPoint)
• Excellent interpersonal skills

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