Senior Associate, Contingent Labor and Professional Services - KPMG : Job Details

Known for being a great place to work and build a career, KPMG provides audit, tax and advisory services for organizations in today's most important industries. Our growth is driven by delivering real results for our clients. It's also enabled by our culture, which encourages individual development, embraces an inclusive environment, rewards innovative excellence and supports our communities. With qualities like those, it's no wonder we're consistently ranked among the best companies to work for by Fortune Magazine, Consulting Magazine, Seramount, Fair360 and others. If you're as passionate about your future as we are, join our team.It is an exciting time to join KPMG as we expand our Strategic Sourcing & Procurement organization and stand up a Third-Party Risk function for the US firm. KPMG is currently seeking a Senior Associate, Contingent Labor and Professional Services to join our Strategic Sourcing and Procurement team.Responsibilities:* Negotiate and execute contracts and renewals with Contingent Staffing Suppliers* Help with scorecards and coordinate Quarterly Business Reviews; assist in Savings tracking, cost control reporting, and data analysis projects* Maintain a growth mindset, open to feedback and coaching* Collaborate with Talent & Culture, internal clients, suppliers, and program management to resolve day-to-day issues, with a focus on improving efficiency, ease of use, and speed to market.* Work closely with Third Party Risk and Compliance to establish strong governance and operational rigor, informing business direction and investment, contingency planning, and audit-ready compliance* Foster strong and trusted relationships with business partners, challenging the status quo and educating them on procurement best practices and policiesQualifications:* Minimum three years of recent experience in professional services procurement, contingent labor/staffing, supplier performance management and contract negotiations* Bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university required; Master's degree from an accredited college/university preferred* Able to think critically and creatively, executing multiple projects, RFPs, and contract negotiations simultaneously; demonstrated analytical, negotiation, and critical thinking skills* Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint is necessary; familiarity with vendor management systems is a plus* Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to adapt one's approach depending on the audienceKPMG complies with all local/state regulations regarding displaying salary ranges. 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