Our client, a leading organization in strategic corporate initiatives, is seeking a Lead Strategic Sourcing Specialist to join their team. As a Lead Strategic Sourcing Specialist, you will be part of the Corporate Indirect Sourcing - Operating Supplies Category Strategy Team supporting major spin-off projects. The ideal candidate will have strategic thinking, excellent negotiation skills, and strong stakeholder management abilities, which will align successfully in the organization. **Job Title:** Lead Strategic Sourcing Specialist **Location: Atlanta, GA (Midtown)** **Pay Range:** $33.00 per hour **Shift:** HYBRID, 3 days onsite/ 2 days remote, Regular Office Hours **What's the Job?** + Partner with HR, Legal, Finance, and Sourcing teams to develop sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals and compliance standards. + Lead supplier mapping, contract assignments, and communication activities related to spin-off initiatives. + Manage procurement processes for third-party HR and Compensation & Benefits services across multiple countries. + Engage stakeholders early in sourcing activities to ensure alignment with business objectives. + Support negotiations and oversee vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective and compliant partnerships. **What's Needed?** + **Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, HR, Finance, or a related field (Master’s preferred).** + At least 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing or related business functions. + Deep understanding of HR and Total Rewards functions and associated cost structures. + Proven negotiation, stakeholder management, and project management skills. + Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment. **What's in it for me?** + Opportunity to work on impactful, strategic projects supporting major corporate initiatives. + Collaborate with diverse teams across functions and regions. + Develop your expertise in global HR sourcing and vendor management. + Contribute to organizational growth and transformation efforts. + Work in a dynamic environment that values innovation and strategic thinking. **Upon completion of waiting period associates are eligible for:** + Medical and Prescription Drug Plans + Dental Plan + Supplemental Life Insurance + Short Term Disability Insurance + 401(k) If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you! **About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells** _ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands –_ **_Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells_** _–_ creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2023 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 14th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent. ManpowerGroup is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in a professional, high quality work environment. It is the policy of ManpowerGroup and all of its subsidiaries to recruit, train, promote, transfer, pay and take all employment actions without regard to an employee's race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable law.