ph3Overview /h3pEstablished in 1998 and working in over 60 languages, the Keywords Group is a fast-growing plc., listed on the London Stock Exchange's AIM market. Keywords is an international service provider to the integral Video Game Industry with offices in Dublin, Tokyo, Singapore, Shanghai, Beijing, Montreal, Barcelona, Madrid, Rome, Milan, Rio de Janeiro, New Delhi and more. Working on a worldwide basis, we provide a range of linguistic, testing, quality control and customer support services to Video Game Developers and Publishers alike. /ph3Position Overview /h3pThe Audio Resource Manager is responsible for the effective planning, allocation, and management of external audio resources to ensure optimal staffing, cost control, and operational efficiency. This role supports strategic workforce planning, vendor and stakeholder management, recruitment initiatives, and performance reporting. The Audio Resource Manager ensures internal Recording Studios are adequately staffed, leads the recruitment and onboarding of new external partners, establishes and improves internal processes, and ensures compliance with internal standards and contractual obligations. This position requires strong operational foresight and a strategic mindset to ensure audio vendor partnerships align with broader business objectives, quality expectations, and margin targets. /ppIn collaboration with Quality Management (QM) teams, the Audio Resource Manager monitors performance benchmarks to ensure audio vendors deliver high-quality products on time. The role also plays a key part in risk management and cost control, conducting market research to identify new Recording Studios and assessing their financial stability, InfoSec compliance, and overall reliability. /ph3Key Responsibilities /h3ulliStrategic Resource Planning: develop and maintain short- and long-term resource plans aligned with project, client, and business needs.



/liliForecast staffing requirements and identify potential resource gaps in collaboration with internal Recording Studios and Global Audio teams. /liliSupport strategic workforce planning and capacity management initiatives. /liliManage the resource allocation process to ensure balanced workloads and optimal utilization. /liliRecruitment and Talent Acquisition Oversight: lead the full recruitment lifecycle for new external Recording Studios. /liliImplement sourcing strategies and monitor key recruitment metrics (e.g., time-to-fill, cost of resources, quality of hire) in collaboration with the QM team. /liliManage and maintain relationships with external Recording Studios. /liliEnsure compliance with internal policies and contractual requirements during selection and onboarding. /liliOnboarding and Resource Integration: manage onboarding activities for new Recording Studios to ensure a smooth and efficient integration. /liliReview onboarding documentation for completeness and compliance (e.g., contracts, NDAs). /liliCollaborate with Resource Leads and Operations to improve onboarding efficiency and partner engagement. /liliResource and Database Management: oversee the maintenance of resource management systems, databases, and tracking tools. /liliEnsure data accuracy, security, and timely updates related to staffing, skills, and contract validity. /liliAnalyze Recording Studio utilization, cost, availability, and experience to support data-driven decision-making. /liliDrive automation and digitalization of tracking and reporting processes.



/liliVendor and Stakeholder Management: serve as the primary point of contact for audio vendor coordination and service-level management. /liliMaintain strong communication channels with internal Recording Studio stakeholders, business leaders, Global Audio, and HR teams. /liliFacilitate and actively participate in cross-functional meetings to review staffing plans, timelines, and resource needs. /liliEnsure vendor engagements remain contractually compliant and performance expectations are met. /liliReporting and Performance Analysis: develop and maintain KPIs related to recruitment, onboarding, and resource utilization. /liliPrepare and present regular performance and capacity reports to leadership. /liliIdentify bottlenecks, forecast risks, and propose mitigation strategies. /liliProvide actionable insights to improve efficiency and reduce recruitment turnaround times. /li /ulh3Requirements /h3pQualifications Experience /pulli4+ years of experience in the Audio Localization (Audio LOC) industry. /liliProven experience managing contracts and working with legal teams. /liliExperience in vendor management, procurement, or supply chain management (preferred). /liliStrong negotiation and contract management skills, including complex agreements. /liliExcellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to manage multiple stakeholders. /liliStrong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and drive informed decisions. /liliFamiliarity with quality assurance principles and performance benchmarking (a plus). /liliKnowledge of pricing strategies, market analysis, and competitive intelligence. /liliDemonstrated ability to deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. /liliStrategic thinker with strong problem-solving capabilities. /liliProficiency in Microsoft Office and vendor/resource management tools /li /ul /p #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Audio Resource Lead (España)
🏢 Keywords Studios
📍 España