Sourcing Manager

These are in-office roles (4 days a week) based in either downtown Phoenix location or Columbus Ohio.Sourcing Manager – Professional & Consulting ServicesContract role with potential to extend/convertPosition SummaryThe Sourcing Manager, Professional & Consulting Services is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for contingent labor, consulting services, managed service providers (MSP), professional services firms, outsourced services, and specialized advisory engagements. This role drives commercial outcomes while ensuring compliance, supplier performance, and alignment with business objectives. Category ownership includes consulting, professional services, contingent labor, and MSP providers.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Sourcing & Category ManagementDevelop category strategies for consulting, contingent labor, MSP, and professional services spend.Lead sourcing projects from intake through contract execution.Conduct market analysis and supplier assessments to improve value and reduce risk.Develop sourcing strategies for enterprise-wide consulting and staffing initiatives.Commercial NegotiationsNegotiate Statements of Work (SOWs), rate cards, master services agreements, staffing contracts, and consulting engagements.Ensure commercial terms support budget objectives and financial controls.Drive competitive sourcing and benchmarking activities.Stakeholder EngagementPartner with HR, Technology, Operations, Finance, Legal, Risk, and business leaders.Advise stakeholders on sourcing strategies, market conditions, supplier selection, and engagement structures.Facilitate sourcing governance reviews and approvals.Supplier Performance ManagementManage relationships with consulting firms, staffing agencies, MSPs, and professional service providers.Conduct regular performance reviews and business reviews.Monitor service delivery, spend utilization, and contract compliance.Governance & Risk ManagementEnsure compliance with procurement policies, labor engagement standards, supplier risk requirements, and regulatory expectations.Partner with Third-Party Risk, Legal, HR, and Compliance teams to support supplier onboarding and ongoing oversight.Manage renewal strategies and contract lifecycle activities.Qualifications RequiredBachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Human Resources, Finance, or related field.5+ years of procurement, sourcing, category management, staffing, or consulting procurement experience.Demonstrated experience negotiating consulting, professional services, contingent labor, and MSP agreements.Strong analytical, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.PreferredFinancial services experience.Experience with vendor management systems (VMS), MSP programs, and contingent workforce management.CPSM, PMP, or related certifications.Success MetricsCost savings and cost avoidance achieved.Improvements in supplier performance and service delivery.Reduction in sourcing cycle times.Successful renewal outcomes.Compliance with procurement and third-party risk requirements.Stakeholder satisfaction and adoption of sourcing processes.