Keren Ben-Alta
Seasoned Procurement and Vendor Management Executive with Extensive Contingent Workforce Expertise
Professional Overview
Keren Ben-Alta is a highly accomplished procurement and vendor management professional with a proven track record of driving innovation and optimizing contingent workforce solutions. As the Director of External Workforce and Operations within the Procurement and Vendor Management team at Transamerica, she leverages her deep industry knowledge and strategic leadership to enhance workforce agility and drive operational excellence.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Director of External Workforce and Operations at Transamerica, Keren is responsible for overseeing the company's contingent workforce program and vendor management strategy. In this role, she has spearheaded the implementation of innovative workforce solutions, streamlined procurement processes, and fostered strong vendor partnerships to support the organization's evolving business needs.
Career Progression
Keren's career trajectory has been marked by progressive growth and increasing responsibilities within the procurement and talent management domains. Prior to her current role, she served as the Senior Manager of Contingent Workforce Solutions at Transamerica, where she played a pivotal role in optimizing the company's contingent workforce program. Her earlier experience includes senior positions at Randstad, Celerity, TAPFIN-ManpowerGroup Solutions, and other leading talent and procurement organizations, where she honed her expertise in program management, vendor relations, and workforce optimization.
Academic Background
Keren holds a bachelor's degree from Ben-Gurion University of the Negev, where she specialized in Human Resources Administration and Student Association Management.
Areas of Expertise
- Contingent workforce management
- Procurement and vendor management
- Managed Service Provider (MSP) program implementation and optimization
- Workforce planning and analytics
- Stakeholder engagement and cross-functional collaboration
- Strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management
- Process improvement and operational efficiency
Professional Impact
Throughout her career, Keren has demonstrated a strong ability to drive positive change and deliver measurable results. At Transamerica, she has been instrumental in optimizing the company's contingent workforce program, leading to significant cost savings and improved service delivery. Her expertise in vendor management and workforce solutions has enabled Transamerica to enhance its agility and responsiveness to evolving business needs.
Conclusion
Keren Ben-Alta is a seasoned procurement and vendor management executive with a proven track record of driving innovation and operational excellence in the contingent workforce space. With her strategic vision, industry expertise, and collaborative leadership style, she is well-positioned to continue making a significant impact within Transamerica and the broader talent management ecosystem.
