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Job description:
We are seeking an experienced External Talent* Strategy Lead - EMEA to help shape and evolve Accenture's External Talent strategy across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
Within the Global Procurement organisation, you will play a key role in designing, defining, and driving External Talent strategies while partnering closely with regional and global stakeholders. You will support strategic initiatives, supplier management, analytics-led decision making, and workforce solutions that help Accenture access and manage external talent effectively.
- Including sub-categories: Contractors, Recruitment, Services, Gig, Job Boards, Talent Services.
What’s in it for you?
Shape and drive the EMEA External Talent strategy, working with regional and global stakeholders across Procurement, Talent Acquisition, Finance, Legal, Operations, and Business Leadership
Lead strategic initiatives across supplier management, workforce solutions, talent acquisition channels, and operational excellence, using data and market insights to support decision making
Join a global team with opportunities to contribute to innovative External Talent solutions, while benefiting from a wide range of employee benefits and career development opportunities
Key Responsibilities:
Design, evolve, and support the implementation of the EMEA External Talent strategy aligned with global Procurement and business objectives
Build and maintain strong relationships with regional and global stakeholders to support workforce and supplier strategies
Lead strategic initiatives and projects focused on vendor management, talent acquisition channels, workforce innovation, and operational excellence
Monitor EMEA-wide supplier performance, contract coverage, spend analytics, and reporting to identify opportunities for optimization
Drive supplier selection, sourcing events, and strategic negotiations while promoting the use of global and regional strategic providers
Develop and maintain reporting frameworks, dashboards, and analytics to support decision making
Ensure compliance with procurement processes, local regulations, and Accenture policies
Foster collaboration across the External Talent community through knowledge sharing, stakeholder engagement, and community leadership
