Contingent Labor Program Consultant

Ford Motor • Dearborn, MI

5h • $84,480 - $162,120 • Hybrid

About The Position

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we’re all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? The Ford Purchasing team adds critical value to the entire organization. You’ll help us source the highest quality parts and services from around the globe while ensuring optimal cost and on-time delivery. You’ll also contribute to establishing a robust supply chain so that we can continually produce the vehicles our customers want. In this position... The Contingent Labor Program Consultant will be the primary liaison to the Managed Service Provider (MSP), responsible for driving program strategy and outcomes, and operating as a key contributor to Ford’s Contingent Labor Program Transformation. This role is a new position created to drive program adoption, bring best in class service and program performance to Ford Motor Company, and execute against the global program strategy. This role will play a critical role in the program transformation including supporting a Vendor Management System (VMS) implementation, supplier relationship and performance management, driving program adoption, and leveraging data to influence the future of Ford’s contingent labor program. The ideal candidate has deep experience with MSP program strategy and operations, understands contingent labor best practices across staff augmentation and services (SOW) categories, and has the ability to leverage data not just to make recommendations but to develop strategy and see it through to completion.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s Degree in HR Management, Supply Chain, or a combination of education and work experience within a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in Contingent Labor Program Management, MSP Client Services, Talent Acquisition Program Management, preferably within the automotive industry.
• Strong foundational knowledge of different labor and services categories including contingent labor, IT services, Engineering Services, and other misc. professional services.
• Proven results in optimizing performance and spend through robust program management and supplier performance management.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate across all levels of the organization, translating detailed information into clear, concise executive summaries.
• Above average analytical skills with the ability to develop and interpret complex data and subsequently present insights clearly to various audiences.
• Experience with VMS solutions including implementation planning and project management (e.g. Fieldglass, Beeline, Magnit VMS, Flextrack, VNDLY, etc.)
• Highly adaptable and resourceful, with a proven ability to manage changing priorities and thrive in ambiguous environments.

Nice To Haves

• Preferred CCWP certification
• Extensive understanding of the full spectrum of Contingent Labor and Professional Services offerings commonly found in Indirect Supply Chain.
• Strong competency and demonstrated experience with complex sourcing processes and procurement systems (S2C, P2P, VMS, or relevant I-ERP/procurement platforms).
• Product management experience either within a Procurement Operations, or a Product-specific role overseeing a VMS, P2P, or other Procurement platform

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the global contingent labor program roadmap in partnership with the MSP
• Prioritize delivery of near term or “quick win” objectives within the Contingent Labor Transformation while also making progress against longer term strategic priorities
• Develop a deep understanding of the unique requirements within each business unit around hiring and the procurement of labor and services
• Work with the MSP to deliver best in class service from the supply base, creating a culture of accountability, quality, and pride in the program
• Achieve significant value creation, cost savings (including redundancy reduction/tail spend control) with the ability to report out on key performance indicators to senior leadership.
• Cultivate strong collaborative relationships with internal business partners to understand requirements and ensure alignment.
• Build and maintain robust relationships with key suppliers, managing performance against KPIs, conducting business reviews, and driving continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
• Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more
• Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more
• Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
• Tuition assistance
• Established and active employee resource groups
• Paid time off for individual and team community service
• A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
• Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees