Senior Manager, Vendor Management Services (VMS) and Managed Service Providers (MSP) (Supply Chain)

TL;DR

Senior Manager, Vendor Management Services (VMS) and Managed Service Providers (MSP) (Procurement): Establishing and overseeing a Contingent Workforce Management Center of Excellence to optimize the external talent supply chain with an accent on B2B legal frameworks and co-employment risk mitigation. Focus on implementing VMS software, managing supplier networks (MSPs), and aligning procurement with HR and compliance policies.

Location: Must be based in Ireland (Limerick, Dublin, or Burnfoot) or Northern Ireland (Campsie)

Company

hirify.global is a global provider of critical digital infrastructure and continuity solutions for data centers, communication networks, and industrial environments.

What you will do

• Define the target operating model and governance goals for VMS regarding cost, compliance, and talent.
• Lead the selection, implementation, and configuration of VMS software and its integration with ERP (Oracle HCM) and identity management systems.
• Optimize the supplier network including MSPs and staffing agencies, standardize rate cards, and lead MSA negotiations.
• Enforce worker classification standards (1099 vs. W-2 vs. SOW) and tenure limits to mitigate co-employment risks.
• Oversee the complete non-FTE lifecycle from onboarding and provisioning to in-life management and offboarding.
• Audit supplier margins and enforce volume discounts to manage contractors as a major spend category.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in procurement or supply chain management.
• At least 5 years of leadership experience specifically within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record in executing global category strategies and establishing VMS/MSP programs.
• Deep understanding of B2B legal frameworks and co-employment risk mitigation.
• Legal authorization to work in the designated locations is required.

Nice to have

• Master's degree or professional certifications such as CPSM or CIPS.

Culture & Benefits

• Strategic leadership role with the opportunity to build a "best-in-class" Center of Excellence.
• High level of accountability overseeing substantial spend and global talent supply chains.
• Global exposure with anticipated business travel of approximately 30%.
• Commitment to equal opportunity employment and an inclusive workplace.