Contingent Workforce Lead

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By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of aglobal, diverse environment;you will be joining awinning teamwith acommitment to sustainability;and a company where we get things done so that you canmake a positive impacton the world.

We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can#MakeYourMomentso that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference.

Job Description

The Contingent Workforce Lead is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization’s contingent labor strategy. This role ensures operational excellence, compliance, and cost-effectiveness across all contingent workforce engagements. The Lead will collaborate with internal stakeholders, staffing agencies, and vendor partners to optimize workforce agility and support strategic business goals.

Program Leadership & Strategy

  • Develop and execute a scalable contingent workforce strategy aligned with organizational goals.
  • Lead daily operations of the contingent workforce program, including onboarding and offboarding (in conjunction with HR), and performance tracking of our suppliers.
  • Drive innovation in workforce solutions across business units and geographies.
  • Manage relationships with staffing agencies, and other external partners.
  • Negotiate contracts and commercials, ensuring alignment with compliance and cost-efficiency standards.
  • Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement initiatives.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, and with the support of HR, adherence to labor laws and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation including contracts, pay rates, bill rates, and employment terms.
  • Partner with Legal and HR to mitigate risks associated with contingent labor.

Data & Reporting

  • Collect and analyze workforce data including contractor details, employment types, and financial metrics
  • Generate insights and dashboards for senior leadership to inform strategic decisions.
  • Track KPIs such as first-time fix rates, cost per hire, and program adoption

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a liaison between hiring managers, procurement, HR, and finance teams.
  • Educate internal teams on contingent workforce processes and best practices.
  • Support geographic expansion and workforce planning initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in contingent workforce management, procurement, or talent acquisition.
  • Proven experience managing vendor relationships and workforce programs in a global environment.
  • Strong understanding of workforce compliance, labor laws, and procurement processes.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in vendor management systems (VMS) and data analytics tools.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g. IFS, SAP).
  • Certification in workforce management or procurement (e.g. CWPP, CPSM).
  • Familiarity with AI-enabled workforce tools and automation platforms.

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Company: IFS
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Location: Staines upon Thames
Job Description:

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to be part of aglobal, diverse environment;you will be joining awinning teamwith acommitment to sustainability;and a company where we get things done so that you canmake a positive impacton the world.

We’re looking for innovative and original thinkers to work in an environment where you can#MakeYourMomentso that we can help others make theirs. With the power of our AI-driven solutions, we empower our team to change the status quo and make a real difference.

Job Description

The Contingent Workforce Lead is responsible for designing, implementing, and managing the organization’s contingent labor strategy. This role ensures operational excellence, compliance, and cost-effectiveness across all contingent workforce engagements. The Lead will collaborate with internal stakeholders, staffing agencies, and vendor partners to optimize workforce agility and support strategic business goals.

Program Leadership & Strategy

  • Develop and execute a scalable contingent workforce strategy aligned with organizational goals.
  • Lead daily operations of the contingent workforce program, including onboarding and offboarding (in conjunction with HR), and performance tracking of our suppliers.
  • Drive innovation in workforce solutions across business units and geographies.
  • Manage relationships with staffing agencies, and other external partners.
  • Negotiate contracts and commercials, ensuring alignment with compliance and cost-efficiency standards.
  • Monitor supplier performance and implement improvement initiatives.

Compliance & Risk Management

  • Ensure compliance with internal policies, and with the support of HR, adherence to labor laws and regulatory requirements.
  • Maintain accurate documentation including contracts, pay rates, bill rates, and employment terms.
  • Partner with Legal and HR to mitigate risks associated with contingent labor.

Data & Reporting

  • Collect and analyze workforce data including contractor details, employment types, and financial metrics
  • Generate insights and dashboards for senior leadership to inform strategic decisions.
  • Track KPIs such as first-time fix rates, cost per hire, and program adoption

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Act as a liaison between hiring managers, procurement, HR, and finance teams.
  • Educate internal teams on contingent workforce processes and best practices.
  • Support geographic expansion and workforce planning initiatives.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, HR, Supply Chain, or related field.
  • 5+ years of experience in contingent workforce management, procurement, or talent acquisition.
  • Proven experience managing vendor relationships and workforce programs in a global environment.
  • Strong understanding of workforce compliance, labor laws, and procurement processes.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Proficiency in vendor management systems (VMS) and data analytics tools.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive change in a dynamic environment.
  • Experience with ERP systems (e.g. IFS, SAP).
  • Certification in workforce management or procurement (e.g. CWPP, CPSM).
  • Familiarity with AI-enabled workforce tools and automation platforms.

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Posted: April 22nd, 2026