Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing - Global Workforce & AI Transformation

Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing - Global Workforce & AI Transformation

As an Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing - Global Workforce & AI Transformation at Wolters Kluwer, you will lead transformation in the Global Workforce category, which is undergoing rapid change due to AI adoption and evolving contracting models. This role combines strategic sourcing expertise with innovation leadership, focusing on building category strategies, driving supplier consolidation, and implementing governance frameworks. You will partner with technology and business leaders to align sourcing strategies with long-term organizational goals.

Experience and Skills | Sourcing Specific

• Minimum of 7 years of working experience in Sourcing: The preferred candidate should have a minimum of 5 years of experience in strategic sourcing and procurement, including managing complex sourcing projects and evolving categories such as labor/workforce and technology services.
• Large deal negotiation experience (exceeding $5 million) and spend under management of at least $50 million: Proven track record of negotiating and managing large-scale agreements, ideally including labor categories and technology services, with total contract values exceeding $5 million and spend under management of $50 million or more.
• Technology and Workforce category experience: Hands-on experience sourcing technology services (cloud, infrastructure, software) and workforce solutions, including time-and-material and managed services models. Familiarity with hyperscale's (AWS, Azure, GCP) and emerging AI-driven solutions is highly desirable.
• Supplier management and governance expertise: Strong background in supplier relationship management, implementing governance frameworks, and driving performance tracking for outcome-based contracts. Ability to consolidate suppliers and implement preferred supplier programs.

General Skills

• Skills and track record – progression within current company: Demonstrated career progression within current or previous organizations, ideally achieving promotion within three to four years, reflecting ability to take on increasing responsibilities.
• Strong analytical background and advanced skills in managing complex spreadsheets: Advanced proficiency in data analysis and financial modeling, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and scenario modeling. Ability to analyze supplier performance and develop strategic insights.
• Strategy and Transformation skills: Experience creating and implementing category strategies and transformation initiatives, particularly in evolving categories impacted by AI adoption and new contracting models. Ability to influence stakeholders and drive change.
• Working in a complex international environment: Proven experience operating in a global, multi-divisional organization, managing sourcing projects across regions and collaborating with diverse teams.
• Excellent project management and stakeholder communication skills: Ability to lead cross-functional projects, manage timelines, and communicate effectively with senior stakeholders.
• Presenting in executive meetings and developing a strong executive presence: Skilled in presenting strategic recommendations and building credibility with senior leadership.
• Working in a dynamic and multicultural environment: Comfortable navigating cultural differences and adapting to diverse business environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead category transformation for Global Workforce, focusing on AI-driven efficiencies and new contracting models.
• Develop and implement strategic category plans for labor and technology services.
• Drive supplier rationalization and implement preferred supplier frameworks.
• Introduce governance processes to improve maturity in supplier management and outcome tracking.
• Partner with CTO, CIO, and functional leaders to align sourcing strategies with business objectives.
• Monitor market trends in AI, labor sourcing, and technology services to inform strategy.
• Present strategic recommendations and progress updates to executive leadership.

Our Interview Practices

To maintain a fair and genuine hiring process, Wolters Kluwer kindly asks that all candidates participate in interviews without the assistance of AI tools or external prompts. The interview process is designed to assess your individual skills, experiences, and communication style. We value authenticity and want to ensure we’re getting to know you—not a digital assistant. To help maintain this integrity, we ask to remove virtual backgrounds and include in-person interviews in our hiring process. Please note that use of AI-generated responses or third-party support during interviews will be grounds for disqualification from the recruitment process.

Applicants may be required to appear onsite at a Wolters Kluwer office as part of the recruitment process.

Compensation

The compensation for this Associate Director, Strategic Sourcing - Global Workforce & AI Transformation role ranges from $111,200.00 to $198,650.00 USD. This role is also eligible for a bonus. The compensation range listed is based on the primary location of the position. The actual base salary offer is influenced by a wide array of factors including but not limited to skills, experience, and actual hiring location. Your recruiter can share more information about the specific offer for the job location during the hiring process.

Additional Information

Wolters Kluwer offers a wide variety of competitive benefits and programs to help meet your needs and balance your work and personal life, including but not limited to: Medical, Dental, & Vision Plans, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Commuter Benefits, Tuition Assistance Plan, Vacation and Sick Time, and Paid Parental Leave. Full details of our benefits are available upon request.

Key skills/competency

• Strategic Sourcing
• Procurement
• AI Transformation
• Global Workforce Management
• Category Strategy
• Supplier Consolidation
• Negotiation (large deals)
• Data Analysis (Excel)
• Project Management
• Executive Communication