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MetLife is a leading insurance and financial services company based in New York, New York. The company and its affiliates specialize in employee benefits and li
AVP Strategic Performance Optimization and Transformation
Location
United States
Posted
99 days ago
Salary
$0
Seniority
Mid Level
Job Description
AVP Strategic Performance Optimization and Transformation
MetLife
Description and Requirements Key Responsibilities Lead the development and execution of resource management strategies that align with the organization's strategic workforce planning objectives. Ensure optimal allocation of talent and resources across global teams, proactively working with Regional Leaders and Human Resources identifying capability gaps and implementing targeted initiatives to build, retain, and deploy talent in support of evolving business priorities and operational excellence. Develop, implement and monitor a comprehensive framework for tracking goals, outcomes, and value realization across all regions, ensuring alignment with organizational strategic priorities. Implement standardized metrics and risk management practices to drive consistency and transparency in performance measurement globally. Identify, manage and mitigate risk across the function, facilitating risk assessments, leading audit programs and establishing self-testing programs where required Lead strategic alignment of procurement and third-party management global operating model strategies to enable enterprise-wide adoption of best practices and continuous improvement. Design and implement operating routines and performance frameworks that foster collaboration, transparency, and accountability across regions and functions. Cultivate a global mindset that champions cross-functional collaboration, policy harmonization, and ongoing optimization of processes and outcomes. Ensure financial discipline and robust change control mechanisms to safeguard investments and strategic alignment, directly impacting performance optimization. Position Requirements: 15+ years of Procurement Vend Demonstrable experience in all phases of the procurement lifecycle required. Ongoing vendor management experience preferred. Proven ability to design and lead global performance, value realization, and operating frameworks that translate strategy into measurable outcomes across regions and functions. Strong experience establishing standardized metrics, governance, and risk management practices, including executive- and board-level reporting, particularly across TPM and procurement domains. Demonstrated capability to drive cross-functional alignment, harmonize policies, and embed best practices at enterprise scale. Advanced leadership skills combined with strong financial discipline, change control, and strategic workforce planning. Location Expectation: This is a hybrid role requiring a minimum of 3 days per week in office. The expected salary range for this position is . This role may also be eligible for annual short-term incentive compensation and stock-based long-term incentives. All incentives and benefits are subject to the applicable plan terms. Benefits We Offer Our U.S. benefits address holistic well-being with programs for physical and mental health, financial wellness, and support for families. We offer a comprehensive health plan that includes medical/prescription drug and vision, dental insurance, and no-cost short- and long-term disability. We also provide company-paid life insurance and legal services, a retirement pension funded entirely by MetLife and 401(k) with employer matching, group discounts on voluntary insurance products including auto and home, pet, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and accident insurance, as well as Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and digital mental health programs, parental leave, volunteer time off, tuition assistance and much more! About MetLife Recognized on Fortune magazine's list of the "World's Most Admired Companies", Fortune World's 25 Best Workplaces™, as well as the Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For®, MetLife, through its subsidiaries and affiliates, is one of the world's leading financial services companies; providing insurance, annuities, employee benefits and asset management to individual and institutional customers. With operations in more than 40 markets, we hold leading positions in the United States, Latin America, Asia, Europe, and the Middle East. Our purpose is simple - to help our colleagues, customers, communities, and the world at large create a more confident future. United by purpose and guided by our core values - Win Together, Do the Right Thing, Deliver Impact Over Activity, and Think Ahead - we're inspired to transform the next century in financial services. At MetLife, it's #AllTogetherPossible . Join us! MetLife is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All employment decisions are made without regards to race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status (although applicants and employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States), uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law ("protected characteristics"). If you need an accommodation due to a disability, please email us at accommodations@metlife.com. This information will be held in confidence and used only to determine an appropriate accommodation for the application process. MetLife maintains a drug-free workplace. #BI-Hybrid
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- Role Summary
- The AVP, Strategic Performance Optimization and Transformation provide executive leadership for enterprise performance, value realization, and operating governance across the Procurement and Vendor Management organization globally. Reporting into the SVP, Global Procurement and Vendor Management, this role is accountable for translating enterprise and functional strategy into measurable outcomes by establishing standardized performance metrics, operating frameworks, and risk management practices that drive consistency, transparency, and accountability globally.
- With accountability for risk, procurement governance, and sustainability performance, the role leads enterprise-wide collaboration with regional procurement leaders, control partners, and key stakeholders. The AVP supports resource and workforce strategies, strengthens vendor and sourcing maturity, and drives scalable, sustainable outcomes. By delivering actionable insights on performance, risk, and value realization, the role supports informed decision-making, financial discipline, and long-term enterprise value creation.
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