New York Life
Sr. Associate, Contingent Workforce Program Manager
New York Life, New York, New York, us, 10261
Overview
Location Designation: Hybrid - 2 days per week Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of talent at New York Life. As part of Human Resources, you'll contribute to a comprehensive strategy that attracts, develops and retains top talent. Whether it's identifying future leaders, crafting engaging learning experiences, enhancing offerings that support our people or fostering a workplace culture where everyone feels they belong, your work directly empowers individuals and fuels the company's growth. Join us and play a vital role in making New York Life an employer of choice for generations to come. What You’ll Do
Serve as operational lead for day-to-day management of our Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Vendor Management System (VMS), ensuring customer satisfaction, compliance, innovation, and streamlined processes. Manage relationships with high-volume stakeholder groups, ensuring their unique needs are met through proactive engagement, tailored support, and alignment with overall program goals. Own vendor performance management, including scorecards, business reviews, and continuous improvement efforts. Leverage workforce data, reporting, and KPIs to identify trends, proactively recommend improvements, and enable data-driven decision-making. Reevaluate and optimize processes related to approvals, VMS configurations, suppliers, and governance with a focus on automation and simplification. Act as the primary point of escalation for complex contingent workforce situations, providing expert guidance and resolution. Develop and refine processes to meet the diverse needs of contingent worker engagements while ensuring compliance and proper worker classification. Drive change management efforts through training, education, and stakeholder engagement to increase program adoption and policy awareness. Build strong, collaborative partnerships with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment on contingent labor strategy and outcomes. Maintain a strong understanding of industry best practices and emerging trends, applying them to continuously improve program design and execution. What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree preferred; CCWP certification preferred. Minimum of 5+ years of experience in contingent workforce, procurement, HR, or vendor management, with proven ability to lead programs of enterprise scale. Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and deliver results with limited oversight. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and experience with PowerPoint for executive-level presentations. Familiarity with SAP Fieldglass or similar VMS platforms strongly preferred. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; able to influence stakeholders at all levels. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to balance compliance, business needs, and user experience. Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $97,500-$125,450 Overtime eligible: Exempt Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes Sales bonus eligible: No Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program. Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact. Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress. As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it. Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site. Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space. Recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We\'re proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities. Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees’ needs. Footer
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Location Designation: Hybrid - 2 days per week Be part of a dynamic team shaping the future of talent at New York Life. As part of Human Resources, you'll contribute to a comprehensive strategy that attracts, develops and retains top talent. Whether it's identifying future leaders, crafting engaging learning experiences, enhancing offerings that support our people or fostering a workplace culture where everyone feels they belong, your work directly empowers individuals and fuels the company's growth. Join us and play a vital role in making New York Life an employer of choice for generations to come. What You’ll Do
Serve as operational lead for day-to-day management of our Managed Service Provider (MSP) and Vendor Management System (VMS), ensuring customer satisfaction, compliance, innovation, and streamlined processes. Manage relationships with high-volume stakeholder groups, ensuring their unique needs are met through proactive engagement, tailored support, and alignment with overall program goals. Own vendor performance management, including scorecards, business reviews, and continuous improvement efforts. Leverage workforce data, reporting, and KPIs to identify trends, proactively recommend improvements, and enable data-driven decision-making. Reevaluate and optimize processes related to approvals, VMS configurations, suppliers, and governance with a focus on automation and simplification. Act as the primary point of escalation for complex contingent workforce situations, providing expert guidance and resolution. Develop and refine processes to meet the diverse needs of contingent worker engagements while ensuring compliance and proper worker classification. Drive change management efforts through training, education, and stakeholder engagement to increase program adoption and policy awareness. Build strong, collaborative partnerships with cross-functional teams, ensuring alignment on contingent labor strategy and outcomes. Maintain a strong understanding of industry best practices and emerging trends, applying them to continuously improve program design and execution. What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree preferred; CCWP certification preferred. Minimum of 5+ years of experience in contingent workforce, procurement, HR, or vendor management, with proven ability to lead programs of enterprise scale. Demonstrated ability to work independently, take initiative, and deliver results with limited oversight. Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables) and experience with PowerPoint for executive-level presentations. Familiarity with SAP Fieldglass or similar VMS platforms strongly preferred. Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; able to influence stakeholders at all levels. Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills, with the ability to balance compliance, business needs, and user experience. Pay Transparency
Salary Range: $97,500-$125,450 Overtime eligible: Exempt Discretionary bonus eligible: Yes Sales bonus eligible: No Actual base salary will be determined based on several factors but not limited to individual’s experience, skills, qualifications, and job location. Additionally, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. In addition to base salary, employees may also be eligible to participate in an incentive program. Company Overview
At New York Life, our 180-year legacy of purpose and integrity fuels our future. As we evolve into a more technology-, data-, and AI-enabled organization, we remain grounded in the values that drive lasting impact. Our diverse business portfolio creates opportunities to make a difference across industries and communities—inviting bold thinking, collaborative problem-solving, and purpose-driven innovation. Here, you’ll find the rare balance of long-standing stability and forward momentum, supported by an inclusive team that honors tradition while embracing progress. As a Fortune 100 mutual company, we offer a place to grow your skills, contribute to meaningful work, and deliver solutions that matter. Your ideas drive what’s next, and your growth powers it. Our Benefits
We provide a full package of benefits for employees – and have unique offerings for a modern workforce, including leave programs, adoption assistance, and student loan repayment programs. Based on feedback from our employees, we continue to refine and add benefits to our offering, so that you can flourish both inside and outside of work. Click here to discover more about our comprehensive benefit options or visit our NYL Benefits Site. Our Commitment to Inclusion
At New York Life, fostering an inclusive workplace is fundamental to who we are and how we serve our communities. We have a longstanding commitment to creating an environment where individuals can contribute their best and succeed together. This foundation is rooted in our core values of humanity and integrity, ensuring that every employee feels valued and supported. By embracing a broad range of perspectives and experiences, we achieve greater success and fulfill our promise of providing financial security and peace of mind to families across all communities. Click here to learn more about New York Life’s leadership in this space. Recognized as one of Fortune World’s Most Admired Companies, New York Life is committed to improving local communities through a culture of employee giving and volunteerism, supported by the Foundation. We\'re proud that due to our mutuality, we operate in the best interests of our policy owners. To learn more about career opportunities at New York Life, please visit the Careers page of www.NewYorkLife.com Visit our LinkedIn to see how our employees and agents are leading the industry and impacting communities. Visit our Newsroom to learn more about how our company is constantly evolving to meet our clients' and employees’ needs. Footer
#LI-MC1 #LI-Hybrid Job Requisition ID: 92700
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