Implementation Manager - Contingent Workforce VMS

About SimplifyVMSSimplifyVMS is an AI-first Vendor Management System (VMS) transforming contingent workforce management through intelligent automation, AI-powered workflows, and enterprise orchestration. Our modern platform enables organizations to manage their global contingent workforce while seamlessly integrating with leading HR, ERP, procurement, and identity systems. At SimplifyVMS, AI isn't just part of our product—it's how we work, innovate, and deliver exceptional client outcomes.Position OverviewWe are seeking an experienced Implementation Manager to lead successful implementations of the SimplifyVMS platform for enterprise clients across the UK and global markets. This is a highly client-facing role requiring strong consulting, project management, and solution design skills.You will work closely with client stakeholders to understand their contingent workforce processes, implementation requirements, and compliance needs, translating business requirements into functional specifications for our product and engineering teams. You will own the implementation lifecycle from discovery through go-live, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with exceptional customer satisfaction.The ideal candidate brings deep experience implementing Vendor Management Systems (VMS), understands contingent workforce best practices and regulatory requirements, and thrives in an AI-first environment where modern AI tools are used to accelerate delivery, documentation, and solution design.Key ResponsibilitiesLead end-to-end SimplifyVMS implementations for enterprise clients.Conduct discovery workshops to understand client business processes, contingent workforce programs, and implementation requirements.Gather, analyze, and document functional and technical requirements.Translate business requirements into detailed configuration specifications for the product and engineering teams.Manage implementation timelines, project plans, risks, issues, and stakeholder communications.Coordinate cross-functional teams including Product, Engineering, QA, Integrations, and Customer Success to ensure successful delivery.Work closely with offshore implementation and development teams to deliver high-quality solutions.Validate platform configuration and support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), training, and production go-live.Assist with solution demonstrations, discovery workshops, and technical discussions during the sales cycle.Recommend best practices and innovative solutions to optimize clients' contingent workforce programs.Drive continuous improvement by identifying opportunities to enhance implementation methodologies and customer experience.Leverage AI tools to accelerate requirements gathering, documentation, project management, solution design, and customer communications.QualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent experience.5+ years of experience implementing Vendor Management Systems (VMS) or contingent workforce technology platforms.Strong understanding of contingent workforce management, MSP programs, supplier management, and workforce operations.Proven experience leading enterprise software implementations and managing multiple concurrent projects.Experience working with Agile and traditional project management methodologies.Familiarity with enterprise integrations involving HRIS, ERP, procurement, or identity management platforms.Excellent customer-facing communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving abilities.Preferred ExperienceExperience implementing VMS platforms like SAP Fieldglass, Beeline etc. Experience with enterprise integrations involving Workday, SAP, Oracle, or similar enterprise platforms.Global implementation experience across multiple countries and regions.Experience working with distributed offshore delivery teams.Knowledge of API-based integrations and implementation best practices.Experience supporting pre-sales solution consulting and product demonstrations.Regulatory & Industry KnowledgeCandidates should have a strong understanding of contingent workforce compliance and workforce regulations, including:UK Agency Workers Regulations (AWR)IR35 and off-payroll working rulesRight to Work requirementsSupplier compliance and worker classificationGDPR and data privacy regulationsGeneral awareness of contingent workforce regulations across Europe, including Germany, France, the Netherlands, and other EU marketsAI-First MindsetAt SimplifyVMS, AI is embedded into everything we do. We are looking for professionals who actively embrace AI to improve productivity, quality, and customer outcomes.The ideal candidate will be comfortable using AI-powered tools such as ChatGPT, Claude, Microsoft Copilot, Gemini, Cursor, or similar technologies to:Accelerate requirements gathering and business analysisGenerate implementation documentation and functional specificationsCreate project plans and implementation artifactsSupport solution design and workflow optimizationImprove customer communications and presentationsIncrease efficiency across the implementation lifecycleA curiosity for emerging AI technologies and a passion for applying them to solve customer challenges is highly valued.What We're Looking ForCustomer-first mindset with exceptional relationship-building skills.Passion for the contingent workforce industry and workforce technology.Strong project leadership and organizational skills.Ability to manage multiple enterprise implementations simultaneously.Excellent communication and presentation skills with executive-level stakeholders.Collaborative approach when working with global and offshore teams.Self-driven, proactive, and focused on delivering measurable client success.Continuous learner who embraces innovation and AI-driven ways of working.Why Join SimplifyVMS?Join a fast-growing AI-first technology company that is redefining contingent workforce management. You'll work with leading global organizations, collaborate with talented teams across product and engineering, and play a key role in delivering innovative VMS solutions that help clients transform how they engage and manage their workforce.If you're passionate about customer success, enterprise software, AI, and the future of workforce technology, we'd love to hear from you.