Procurement Project Manager

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day operational, functional, and project management activities related to procurement and contingent labor programs.
• Lead and support the digital technology roadmap initiatives related to Benefits and Contingent Labor Vendor Management Systems.
• Provide ongoing DePuy Synthes separation activity support and coordinate related procurement and operational activities.
• Manage additional Benefits engagements outside the U.S. (OUS), including administration and renewal of individual SOWs tied to separation initiatives.
• Support contingent labor business requests by evaluating engagement opportunities, identifying savings levers, and driving procurement efficiencies.
• Provide ad hoc procurement and project management support for initiatives such as: Tail spend reduction strategies with MSP partners Escalation management and issue resolution Process improvement initiatives Supplier optimization efforts
• Lead or support Contingent Labor MSP/VMS implementation projects, including planning, stakeholder coordination, execution, risk management, and post-implementation support.
• Develop, implement, and maintain procurement operational plans aligned with department and enterprise business objectives.
• Provide input into purchasing policies, procedures, governance standards, and operational performance measures.
• Conduct internal audits and implement corrective actions to ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and quality standards.
• Maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, MSPs, VMS providers, and internal business stakeholders to ensure service, quality, and delivery expectations are met.
• Track and report procurement project milestones, business outcomes, risks, savings opportunities, and operational performance metrics to leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience required. (ok with associates degree as long as they have procurement and project management exp)
• Typically requires 8–10 years of experience in procurement, sourcing, contingent labor management, program management, or related operational leadership roles.
• Experience supporting MSP and VMS implementations and contingent workforce programs preferred.
• Strong understanding of procurement operations, supplier management, contract administration, and project management methodologies.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, stakeholder management, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working with global teams, enterprise systems, and external vendors preferred.