Procurement Sourcing Consultant HR Services - Expert

At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast. Chain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters - bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition. Role Purpose Are you a visionary sourcing leader with a passion for transforming how organizations attract, support, and develop their people? At Chain IQ, we’re looking for a bold, strategic HR Subject Matter Expert to join our US Professional Services Sourcing team, and help redefine the way HR services are delivered across the globe. In this high-impact role, you won’t just manage sourcing initiatives, you’ll architect them. From talent acquisition and benefits to learning & development, payroll, and HRIS platforms, you’ll lead the full HR lifecycle with precision and purpose. You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clients to craft sourcing strategies that unlock value, spark innovation, and elevate operational performance. This is your chance to be at the forefront of HR transformation, where your expertise drives real business outcomes, your voice influences enterprise decisions, and your work shapes the employee experience for thousands. If you're ready to lead with impact, innovate with purpose, and grow with a global leader: Welcome to Chain IQ.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Partner Engagement

• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders
• Act as a strategic advisor, translating business needs into sourcing strategies
• Influence decision-making through commercial insight and market expertise

Sourcing Strategy & Execution

• Lead complex, multi-region sourcing projects across HR subcategories
• Manage RFPs/RFIs, supplier evaluations, and selection processes
• Ensure alignment with organizational priorities and compliance standards

Commercial Strategy & Deal Structuring

• Analyze financial models and cost scenarios to inform negotiations
• Structure deals that balance commercial advantage with operational fit
• Drive cost savings while maintaining service quality and scalability

Contracting & Compliance

• Draft and negotiate contracts including MSAs, amendments, and task orders
• Ensure supplier performance, issue resolution, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold contractual integrity

Market Intelligence & Supplier Management

• Stay ahead of HR market trends, innovations, and regulatory shifts
• Manage supplier relationships to foster collaboration and continuous improvement
• Benchmark performance and drive supplier accountability

Governance & Quality Standards

• Apply Chain IQ’s sourcing methodologies and tools with precision
• Contribute to category strategy development and process optimization
• Champion best practices across sourcing and procurement functions

What you bring Education

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Supply Chain, or related field); MBA preferred

Professional Experience

• HR services subject matter expertise
• Proven success sourcing recruitment, benefits, L&D, payroll, and HRIS platforms
• Experience managing sourcing projects exceeding multi-million-dollar thresholds

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional collaboration
• Skilled in vendor performance management and commercial deal structuring

Strategic & Financial Acumen

• Strong grasp of total cost of ownership, pricing models, and cost/benefit analysis
• Ability to build financial baselines and support data-driven decisions

Compliance & Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of data protection regulations related to employee information
• Proficiency in SAP Ariba, Excel, PowerPoint, and sourcing analytics tools

Execution & Delivery

• Expertise in category strategy, market analysis, and sourcing execution
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes

Team & Culture Fit

• Collaborative, professional, and accountable
• Motivated by impact, growth, and continuous improvement

Why Join Chain IQ? At Chain IQ, you’ll be part of a global sourcing powerhouse that values innovation, agility, and strategic thinking. You’ll have autonomy to lead, the support to grow, and the platform to make a measurable impact on how HR services are sourced and delivered. Ready to shape the future of HR sourcing? We’d love to meet you.

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The salary range for New York City Metro Area is $120,000 to $160,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, skills, location and applicable employment laws. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401(k), and a wide range of paid time off options. You’ll also be granted time off for designated Paid Holidays, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Join a truly global team. We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together. Chain IQ – Create. Lead. Make an impact. Information for agencies: Applications sent or uploaded by placement agencies or similar are not desired, will therefore not be considered and will be deleted. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job