- Translating complex system and process changes into clear, supplier-friendly messaging
- Leading supplier onboarding and enablement across large, diverse vendor populations
- Designing and executing wave-based rollout plans with strong governance and tracking
- Driving adoption of new technology platforms (e.g., VMS, ERP, procurement tools)
- Managing multiple stakeholders across HR, Procurement, IT, and external partners
- Identifying friction points in supplier processes and proactively resolving them
- Facilitating workshops, training sessions, and readiness reviews with confidence
- Using data and KPIs to monitor onboarding progress and escalate risks early
- Balancing structure and flexibility in a fast-paced transformation environment
- Communicating with clarity, credibility, and empathy—especially when change is involved
- 5+ years’ experience in supplier enablement, vendor management, procurement transformation, or VMS/ERP implementation
- Experience supporting system rollouts or large-scale change initiatives across multiple geographies
- Strong understanding of contingent workforce or services procurement processes
- Hands-on experience working with VMS platforms (e.g., Fieldglass, Beeline, SAP, Coupa, Ariba, etc.)
- Proven ability to manage supplier onboarding, compliance validation, and integration activities
- Experience working with Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and cross-functional global teams
- Strong project management skills with the ability to manage timelines, risks, and dependencies
- Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and drive informed decisions
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating training and enablement materials
- Program Owner
- Program Implementation SD
- Product Owner
- Managed Service Provider PM
About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.
Additional employment information
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