**Responsibilities****Responsible Sourcing**- Collaborate with the Sustainability team to define program goals, metrics, governance, and long term plan for Responsible Sourcing- Ensure flawless implementation of the action plan with robust tracking and reporting to ensure we are hitting interim/annual goals- Lead supplier carbon emissions disclosure efforts annually collaborating with business partners to engage targeted suppliers that significantly impact emission programs- Implement a supplier diversity mentorship program in partnership with existing associations / organizations- Attend and occasionally host external events, conferences, trade shows and supplier roundtables, both internally and externally, for the purpose of engagement with the Responsible Sourcing community**Mergers and Acquisitions Support**- Develop and maintain PSG M&A methodology, templates, and best practices- Provide timely integration status reports to PSG leadership and Integration Steering Committee as needed- Lead the M&A related activities including: gathering and sharing critical information in the pre-close, close and post-close stages, identifying gaps and risks, establishing and implementing integration plans, attending recurring meetings, etc.- Based on learnings from completed integrations, provide input to implement tools and techniques to enhance the PSG integration processes and drive efficiency**Risk and Compliance Support**- Expand supplier risk management protocols across the business by enhancing processes and incorporating new technology and tracking mechanisms- Manage regulatory requirements for specific countries and SOX controls as it pertains to reporting and analytics for third parties**Temporary Staffing Services Sourcing and Operations**- Lead strategic sourcing for the temporary staffing services category include RFx and contract negotiations- Provide oversight of the Beeline program for temporary contingent workers- Serve as escalation point for business partners and Beeline on program issues- Communicate system changes and enhancements to users and provide an avenue for training and understanding- Develop and report on key program and system metrics- Provide feedback and information on organizational behavior and help to identify business needs and issues- Monitor system performance, proactively remediate issues, and lead/implement continuous improvement projects**Global Corporate Travel Program**- Set the strategic direction for the travel category- Establish supplier management frameworks for the travel category- Establish travel/card use policy governance frameworks- Implement travel booking, reservation and/or payment best practices- Establish travel risk management frameworks- Establish travel/card use compliance frameworks- Establish data analysis frameworks- Drive supplier performance management initiatives- Establish operations efficiency frameworks- Lead travel/card process, supplier and technology implementations and improvement projects**Internal/External Stakeholders**- All Moody's personnel but specially Sourcing, Sustainability, DE&I, Compliance, Risk, and Legal- Supplier and Non-Profit representatives- Members of industry councils and organizations**Knowledge, Experience & Skills**- Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance, related fields or equivalent practical experience with 7-10 years of relevant industry and managerial experience- Excellent team leadership skills with proven experience managing diverse teams- Ability to analyze large and complex sources of data to identify issues and patterns, summarize trends and report metrics- Excellent and demonstrable verbal and written communication skills including the ability to develop impactful content, communicate complex findings in a structured and clear manner to a non-technical audience, and conduct executive presentations- History of navigating complex global organizations driving buy-in and accountability to Procurement-led programs, championing change with acute attention to detail and an analytical acumen, and partnering with stakeholders to influence, resolve conflict, and drive consensus- Experience leading change management strategy development and execution in a complex environment- Proven project management, interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to lead and implement ideas in a changing environment, leading projects to successful completion and managing multiple priorities**About The Job**The AVP-PSG Supplier Mgmt and Risk role is part of the Procurement and Sourcing Group ("PSG") Operations and Analytics team and leads Responsible Sourcing (including Supplier Diversity and Sustainability), Mergers and Acquisitions ("M&A") support, Risk and Compliance support, Temporary Staffing Services Sourcing and Operations, and our Global Corporate Travel Program.Moody's is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will rece
