Senior Manager, Contingent Workforce & Travel

Foster City, CASupply Chain Quality and Reliability – Indirect Procurement /Full-time /HybridZoox is seeking an experienced Senior Manager for the Contingent Workforce & Travel team. In this role you will lead and scale our contingent workforce and travel programs. This leader will drive operational excellence, process improvements, and strategic initiatives to enhance efficiency and compliance. The role requires close partnership with Business Leaders, Recruiting, HR, Procurement, Finance, and legal teams to ensure seamless program execution.This individual will oversee a team of Program Managers, Recruiters, Specialists, and Coordinators, ensuring a smooth and effective contingent workforce program as Zoox expands across the US and globally.Lead and manage Zoox’s contingent workforce program, ensuring operational efficiency, compliance, and a positive experience for hiring managers.In this role, you will:Lead and scale global teams overseeing Contingent Workforce Management and Corporate Travel & Expense operations.Define and execute strategic roadmaps to modernize policies, systems, and governance across global mobility and non-employee talent.Partner with business leaders to align external talent strategies with organizational priorities and workforce planning goals.Direct vendor ecosystems and supplier partnerships to drive quality, fulfillment velocity, and fiscal discipline.Modernize tech stacks and automated workflows across T&E platforms, VMS, and expense tools to drive efficiency and audit-readiness.Champion a data-driven culture, utilizing program analytics and user feedback to benchmark performance and elevate service delivery.Qualifications:10+ years of experience managing contingent workforce programs, preferably in a Hi-Tech, high-growth or complex environment.7+ years of experience leading teams, with a strong ability to develop and mentor direct reports.Expertise in contingent workforce strategy, operations, and compliance, including worker classifications and industry best practices.Proven experience in managing an MSP, business partnerships, vendor management, and optimizing external partnerships.Extensive experience with VMS platforms (e.g., VNDLY, Beeline, Fieldglass) and an understanding of system configurations and reporting/analytics.Strong operational, analytical, and project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.Bonus qualificationsExperience with financial tools and budget management related to contingent workforce programs.Experience with scaling organizations in a super fast-paced environment$245,000 - $294,000 a yearBase Salary RangeThere are three major components to compensation for this position: salary, Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSUs), and Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights. A sign-on bonus may be offered as part of the compensation package. The listed range applies only to the base salary. Compensation will vary based on geographic location and level. Leveling, as well as positioning within a level, is determined by a range of factors, including, but not limited to, a candidate's relevant years of experience, domain knowledge, and interview performance. The salary range listed in this posting is representative of the range of levels Zoox is considering for this position.Zoox also offers a comprehensive package of benefits, including paid time off (e.g. sick leave, vacation, bereavement), unpaid time off, Zoox Stock Appreciation Rights, Amazon RSUs, health insurance, long-term care insurance, long-term and short-term disability insurance, and life insurance.We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses and identifying potential inconsistencies or verification signals in application materials based on available information. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.