Role Overview
This Category Manager for Indirect Procurement will lead the strategic sourcing and management of the Contingent Labor category on a general scale. This role is responsible for the design, implementation, and ongoing optimization of a global Managed Service Provider (MSP) model, specifically focusing on white-collar and professional services. The successful candidate will drive commercial value, mitigate risk, and ensure high-quality service delivery through cross-functional collaboration with HR, Legal, Finance, and IT.
Key Responsibilities
- Category Strategy & MSP Implementation
- Execute a global category strategy for contingent labor, focusing on professional and white-collar workforces.
- Lead the end-to-end implementation of an MSP and Vendor Management System (VMS) across multiple regions.
- Standardize procurement processes for temporary labor, including rate card development, supplier consolidation and scorecarding, and compliance tracking.
- Sourcing & Commercial Management




- Manage the full RFP process for contingent labor service providers and professional services firms.
- Negotiate complex global contracts, focusing on pricing structures, SLAs, and favorable commercial terms.
- Conduct regular spend analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and demand management improvements.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Cross-Functional Leadership
- Act as the primary procurement point of contact for global business leaders regarding MSP expertise.
- Partner closely with HR to align contingent labor strategies with broader talent acquisition goals—focusing on attracting, retaining, and recruiting the best talent for SE from the broad supply base.
- Collaborate with Legal and Risk departments to ensure screening, co-employment, and other regional labor law compliance.
- Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)
- Monitor MSP performance against KPIs and operational metrics.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives with key suppliers to enhance candidate

📌 Category Manager, Indirect Procurement (España)
🏢 Schneider Electric
📍 España