HR Vendor Sourcing Manager

Aquent; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 95,715 - 106,350; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is looking for a Senior Vendor Sourcing Manager to provide strategic sourcing support, manage vendor contracts, and negotiate agreements for HR services. This remote or onsite role in Texas requires a strong sourcing background and experience in Human Resource spend categories. Ideal candidates will have knowledge of strategic sourcing lifecycle, contract negotiation, and sourcing in India. Benefits include medical and vision insurance and a 401(k) retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Strong background in category management and strategic sourcing.
• Experience in sourcing and contracting in India.
• Ability to synthesize complex issues and act as an internal consultant.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite, Outlook, and Ariba.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFPs for products and services for the Global Capability Center.
• Negotiate contracts with selected vendors and collaborate with legal teams.
• Manage all aspects of the strategic sourcing lifecycle.
• Edit and administer product/service agreements and NDAs.
• Act as liaison between attorneys and business partners.

Skills

Category management

Strategic sourcing

HR spend categories

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Communication skills

MS Office Suite

PeopleSoft

Tableau

Job description

Senior Vendor Sourcing Manager

Client Location: Remote or Onsite; Westlake, TX

Start Date: 01/15/2026

Duration: 9 months

Hourly Pay Range: $69.48 - $77.20

Job Description:

We are looking for someone with a strong category management and strategic sourcing background and experience in Human Resources spend categories, such as Recruitment Process Outsourcing and Employee Benefits. Ideally, this candidate has also supported sourcing and contracting in India and has helped stand up a Global Capability Center (GCC) or Global In‑house Center (GIC).

Contractor will lead Request for Proposals (RFPs) in support of products and services needed to stand up a Global Capability Center (GCC) in India. Contractor will also lead contract negotiations for selected vendors, partnering with Risk Review Teams and Legal to ensure compliance with requirements. Many engagements will be focused on Human Resources (HR), such as Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), Employee Benefits, and HR systems and technology. Other areas requiring support may include Finance (accounting and tax services, Finance systems and technology), Corporate Real Estate, and Technology Services.

A Senior Vendor Sourcing Manager plays an essential role within Corporate Vendor Management by providing business partners with strategic sourcing support, contract negotiation and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead RFPs to source products and services for the Global Capability Center in India.
• Negotiate contracts with selected vendors, collaborating with Risk Review Teams, Legal, and business partners.
• Manage all aspects of the strategic sourcing lifecycle—including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and contract administration.
• Edit, negotiate, and administer product and service agreements, NDAs, and other legal documents.
• Act as liaison between attorneys and business partners, addressing contract‑related issues and facilitating solutions.
• Provide internal consulting to synthesize and resolve complex legal, technical, and business issues.
• Maintain strong relationships with business partners across the firm to develop and execute contracts.

Qualifications

• Strong background in category management and strategic sourcing for HR spend categories.
• Experience supporting sourcing and contracting in India and in building GCC or GIC operations.
• Demonstrated ability to synthesize complex issues and act as an internal consultant.
• Excellent attention to detail, oral and written communication, and presentation skills.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office Suite, Outlook, and Ariba; experience with PeopleSoft and/or Tableau is a plus.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan

All candidates must meet U.S. equal employment opportunity standards and comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws.