Strategic Sourcing Specialist - Contingent Labor

MiniMed • Puerto Rico, TX

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About The Position

At MiniMed, you can begin a lifelong career of exploration and innovation, while helping make a difference in the lives of people living with diabetes around the globe. You'll lead with purpose, breaking down barriers to innovation for a more connected, compassionate world. About the Role Minimed is seeking a Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Contingent Labor to support a global contingent workforce program with a strong focus on Manufacturing operations in Juncos, PR and other countries in LATAM. This role serves as a central governance and operational control point for contingent labor and independent contractors managing supplier relationships directly and executing manual processes to ensure compliance and cost control.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years of relevant experience, OR Master’s degree with 2+ years of relevant experience.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English and Spanish with strong written and verbal communication skills in both languages.
• Contingent staffing or workforce management experience in a non‑MSP / non‑VMS environment.
• Prior experience with VMS platforms (e.g., SAP Fieldglass, Beeline, VNDLY) for transferable knowledge
• Experience in medical device, pharmaceutical, or life sciences industries.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, MS Teams).
• Ability to work independently, manage ambiguity, and operate in a fast‑paced, regulated environment.
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and program management skills.

Responsibilities

• Contingent Labor Program Governance
• Own and manage the end‑to‑end procurement lifecycle for contingent labor and independent contractor engagements, serving as the primary point of contact for the region.
• Enforce procurement policies, approval workflows, tenure rules, worker classification standards, and engagement models.
• Act as the centralized point of accountability for contingent labor compliance, documentation, and process adherence.
• Supplier Engagement & Rate Management (Direct Model)
• Act as the primary point of contact for approved staffing suppliers, managing relationships and performance.
• Enforce supplier compliance with contractual terms, including: Market‑competitive and internally approved rate structures Onboarding timelines Engagement scope and tenure limits Compliance and regulatory requirements
• Lead rate negotiations aligned to internal job leveling guides, market benchmarks, and competitively sourced pricing.
• Manage pre‑identified (Pre‑ID) candidate submissions and validate pricing and engagement alignment.
• Requisition Review & Hiring Manager Support
• Review, qualify, and approve contingent labor requisitions prior to supplier release.
• Provide consultative guidance to hiring managers regarding: Appropriate use of contingent labor Engagement model selection (staff augmentation vs. SOW vs. IC) Budget, tenure, and conversion considerations
• Support and train hiring managers throughout the Procure‑to‑Pay lifecycle and onboarding steps for contingent workers.
• Lead requisition kick‑off meetings and Q&A sessions between hiring managers and suppliers to ensure role clarity and compliance.
• Assist with interview scheduling as needed.
• End‑to‑End Worker Lifecycle Management
• Coordinate and oversee: Onboarding and documentation validation Assignment changes (extensions, transfers, backfills) Performance or conduct escalations Offboarding and terminations
• Serve as liaison between hiring managers and suppliers on performance management, employee relations concerns, furloughs, and assignment issues.
• Maintain manual or internally managed tracking tools for worker tenure, assignment status, and end dates given the absence of a VMS.
• Independent Contractor · Manage independent contractor engagements in alignment with legal, tax, and classification requirements.
• Educate hiring managers on 1099 vs. W‑2 regulations, co‑employment risks, and engagement limitations.
• Perform initial vetting and consultation for independent contractor requests.
• Renegotiate 1099 rates when individuals do not qualify under IC criteria.
• Compliance, Audit & Risk Management
• Ensure compliance with: Worker classification and co‑employment standards Tenure policies, including 60‑day break requirements for prior workers or returning employees Internal sourcing and contingent labor SOPs
• Support internal and external audits by maintaining accurate, complete, and retrievable records.
• Reporting, Data & Financial Controls
• Maintain accurate contingent labor data through internal tools, trackers, or procurement systems.
• Deliver standard and ad‑hoc reporting related to: Spend and utilization Supplier performance Tenure and compliance metrics
• Support cost‑containment initiatives through transparent tracking and rate governance.
• Supplier Performance & Continuous Improvement
• Develop proactive relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor supplier performance using scorecards and qualitative feedback.
• Conduct regular supplier business reviews to drive performance improvement.
• Contract & Program Leadership
• Own the Contract Management Lifecycle for contingent labor and independent contractor
• Ensure contracts align with sourcing strategies, regulatory expectations, and internal governance.
• Partner with Talent Acquisition on conversions, timelines, and engagement transitions.
• Presents findings, recommendations, and risk assessments to leadership as required.
• Leadership and Talent Management: May provide guidance and assistance to entry level professionals and / or employee in Support Career Stream.

Benefits

• MiniMed offers a competitive salary and flexible benefits package
• At MiniMed, we put people first. A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values: We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every stage of your career and life.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level