FAQs
What is the main role of the Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Global Contingent Labor?
The main role of the Strategic Sourcing Specialist is to support the ongoing management and transformation of the Genesys Global Contingent Labor Program, handling the onboarding and offboarding of contingent workers, and assisting in the transition to the new VMS tool, VNDLY.
Where is this position located?
The position is located in Manila, with flexible work arrangements.
What are the working hours for this job?
The working hours for this position are from 9 AM to 6 PM EST.
What qualifications are required for this role?
A Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, HR, or a related discipline is required, along with a minimum of 2 years of experience in a Contingent Labor and/or Procurement role.
Is there any specific experience required with systems?
Yes, hands-on experience using and supporting systems such as Workday, VNDLY, DocuSign CLM, NetSuite, and/or Coupa is required.
What kind of skills are emphasized for the candidate?
Strong written and verbal communication skills, strong analytical skills for troubleshooting, and strong people skills to support remote users effectively are emphasized for this role.
Will the Strategic Sourcing Specialist participate in audits?
Yes, the Strategic Sourcing Specialist will assist in internal and external audits.
What are the traits sought in a candidate for this position?
The ideal candidate should have a proactive approach, strong interpersonal skills, the ability to drive policy compliance, and experience in managing change.
How will the role contribute to the company's goals?
This role will help develop and implement the Contingent Labor Program to meet business targets like cost reduction, working capital improvement, and enhancing supplier relationship management.
Is there any support for training or development in this position?
Yes, the role includes activities related to testing, training, change management, and upgrades as part of the VNDLY implementation and ongoing support.
What is the process for reporting compliance and policy violations?
The specialist will utilize a dashboard to run metrics for compliance, identify training opportunities, and escalate any policy violations accordingly.

