Title:  Procurement Sourcing Consultant HR Services - Expert

At Chain IQ, your ideas move fast.

Chain IQ is a global AI-driven Procurement Service Partner, headquartered in Baar, Switzerland, with operations across main centers and 16 offices worldwide. We provide tailored, end-to-end procurement solutions that enable transformation, drive scalability, and deliver substantial reductions in our clients' indirect spend. Our culture is built on innovation, entrepreneurship, ownership, and impact. Here, your voice matters - bold thinking is encouraged, and action follows ambition.

Role Purpose 

Are you a visionary sourcing leader with a passion for transforming how organizations attract, support, and develop their people? At Chain IQ, we’re looking for a bold, strategic HR Subject Matter Expert with deep U.S. Benefits expertise to join our US Professional Services Sourcing team and help redefine the way HR services are delivered across the globe. 

In this high-impact role, you won’t just manage sourcing initiatives; you’ll architect them. Your primary focus will include U.S. Benefits, Insurance, and Training & Development—health & welfare plans, retirement programs, regulatory compliance, and market evaluation—while also supporting broader HR subcategories including talent acquisition, L&D, payroll, and HRIS platforms. 

You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clients to craft sourcing strategies that unlock value, spark innovation, and elevate operational performance. 

If you're ready to lead with impact, innovate with purpose, and grow with a global leader:  Welcome to Chain IQ. 

Key Responsibilities 

Strategic Partner Engagement 

• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders 

• Act as a strategic advisor, translating business needs into sourcing strategies 

• Influence decisionmaking through commercial insight and market expertise 

Sourcing Strategy & Execution 

• Lead complex, multiregion sourcing projects across HR subcategories, with a strong focus on U.S. Benefits programs 

• Manage RFPs/RFIs, supplier evaluations, and selection processes 

• Ensure alignment with organizational priorities and compliance standards 

Commercial Strategy & Deal Structuring 

• Analyze financial models and cost scenarios to inform negotiations 

• Structure deals that balance commercial advantage with operational fit 

• Drive cost savings while maintaining service quality and scalability 

Contracting & Compliance 

• Draft and negotiate contracts including MSAs, amendments, and task orders 

• Ensure supplier performance, issue resolution, and regulatory compliance 

• Support compliance with U.S. benefitsrelated regulations (e.g., ACA, ERISA, HIPAA) 

• Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold contractual integrity 

Market Intelligence & Supplier Management 

• Stay ahead of HR market trends, innovations, and regulatory shifts 

• Monitor U.S. Benefits market developments, vendor changes, and carrier trends 

• Manage supplier relationships to foster collaboration and continuous improvement 

• Benchmark performance and drive supplier accountability 

Governance & Quality Standards 

• Apply Chain IQ’s sourcing methodologies and tools with precision 

• Contribute to category strategy development and process optimization 

• Champion best practices across sourcing and procurement functions 

What You Bring 

Education 

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Supply Chain, or related field); MBA preferred 

Professional Experience 

• Demonstrated U.S. Benefits subject matter expertise is required 

• Proven success sourcing U.S. Benefits programs (health & welfare, retirement, wellness) in addition to recruitment, L&D, payroll, and HRIS platforms 

• Experience managing sourcing projects exceeding multimilliondollar thresholds 

• Experience advising HR stakeholders on benefits design, vendor capabilities, and regulatory considerations 

Stakeholder & Supplier Management 

• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead crossfunctional collaboration 

• Skilled in vendor performance management and commercial deal structuring 

Strategic & Financial Acumen 

• Strong grasp of total cost of ownership, pricing models, and cost/benefit analysis 

• Ability to build financial baselines and support datadriven decisions 

Compliance & Technical Expertise 

• Knowledge of data protection regulations related to employee information 

• Understanding of U.S. benefits regulations (ACA, ERISA, HIPAA) and related compliance frameworks 

• Proficiency in SAP Ariba, Excel, PowerPoint, and sourcing analytics tools 

Execution & Delivery 

• Expertise in category strategy, market analysis, and sourcing execution 

• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills 

• Ability to manage competing priorities while delivering highquality outcomes 

Team & Culture Fit 

• Collaborative, professional, and accountable 

• Motivated by impact, growth, and continuous improvement 

What We Offer
We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The salary range for New York City Metro Area is $120,000 to $170,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, skills, location and applicable employment laws. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401(k), and a wide range of paid time off options. 

Join a truly global team.

We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.

Chain IQ – Create. Lead. Make an impact.

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