Manager, Sourcing Strategy – Management & Governance

Travelers

. Execute work order processes across assigned business lines and area-specific strategic sourcing strategies .

Posted 10/7/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $104,000 - $171,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in supplier management, sourcing strategies, and workforce planning, with a strong focus on process improvement and data analysis. Proficient in utilizing AI-powered tools and managing complex stakeholder relationships to drive effective sourcing outcomes.

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Supplier ManagementWorkforce StrategyProcess ImprovementData AnalysisStakeholder Management

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Hard Skills

Sourcing StrategiesWorkforce PlanningData AnalysisProcess OptimizationSupplier Performance EvaluationRate Card StructuresManaged Services KnowledgeAutomation ImplementationAI Tool ProficiencyFieldglass Experience

Soft Skills

Relationship BuildingAnalytical SkillsCommunication SkillsProblem-SolvingAdaptability

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Office SuiteExcelPowerPointFieldglassAI-Powered Tools

Industry Keywords

Supplier ManagementWorkforce StrategyProcurementAuditFinance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Execute work order processes across assigned business lines and area-specific strategic sourcing strategies
Manage supplier work orders and portfolio activities, including intake, modifications, closures, data analysis, and process/tool optimization
Advise stakeholders on sourcing model selection, supplier performance, workforce demand planning, suppliers, and rate structures
Oversee resource onboarding, validate skill requirements, drive Technical Assessments, and monitor engaged resources
Build relationships with engagement managers, LOB stakeholders, finance partners, and supplier contacts
Monitor vendor performance, identify risks and control gaps, address delivery issues, and escalate when appropriate
Analyze work order data, supplier capability changes, and sourcing market conditions to identify continuity risks and recommend actions
Provide updates supporting ELT visibility into sourcing strategy, workforce demand, and supplier performance
Execute work transitions involving supplier, sourcing model, or workforce composition changes
Coordinate migrations from internal resources to external suppliers and support onboarding of new supplier teams
Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, and AI-enabled workflow enhancements
Ensure adherence to enterprise sourcing models, rate cards, role designations, and sourcing guidelines
Track sourcing footprint, role utilization, team composition, and premium role usage
Manage sourcing activity across multiple assigned lines and identify cross-line patterns and efficiencies
Monitor work order alignment to budget and resolve variances with DFRs
Prepare Business Review materials and Monthly Operating Review data
Partner with LOB stakeholders, DFRs, and Procurement on sourcing, contracting, budgets, resources, and issue resolution
Apply Travelers’ AI tooling to reporting, data analysis, and workflow management

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience required
Minimum of 3 years of experience in sourcing, workforce strategy, supplier management, or a related field
Three years of experience in Supplier Management, Finance, Audit, Procurement, or a related field
Experience with Fieldglass, ACS, and workforce planning tools strongly preferred
Experience supporting or managing work transitions, supplier migrations, or sourcing model changes preferred
Familiarity with rate card structures, role modernization concepts, and supplier performance principles
Ability to build trusted relationships with senior LOB or technology leaders
Experience identifying and implementing process improvements or automation opportunities
Familiarity with AI-powered tools and large language models, such as Claude; ability or willingness to integrate AI capabilities into day-to-day work processes preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite, including Excel and PowerPoint
Strong working knowledge of managed services, staff augmentation, GSO, POD/catalog models, and rate card structures
Ability to manage complex, ambiguous situations and drive to resolution with senior stakeholders
Strong analytical skills for evaluating sourcing data, identifying trends, and translating findings into actionable recommendations
Process improvement and automation orientation
Strong stakeholder management skills
Proficiency or willingness to develop proficiency with AI-powered tools, including large language models such as Claude
Ability to operate effectively through change and ambiguity
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work independently and in a team environment
Ability to manage competing priorities, multiple workstreams, and deadlines simultaneously

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance for employees and eligible family members from the first day of employment
401(k) dollar-for-dollar matching up to the first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum
Paying it Forward Savings Program with annual 401(k) contributions for eligible student loan payments
Pension Plan 100% funded by Travelers
Minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually
Nine paid company Holidays
Wellness program with tools, discounts, resources, caregiving support, free professional counseling, and health coaching
Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program