Administrative Manager

St. Jude Children's Research Hospital • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Administrative Manager who is a strong, self‑starting, and highly motivated leader. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast‑paced environment, takes initiative with confidence, and consistently drives operational excellence. This role requires someone who can lead with clarity, support cross‑functional teams, and proactively identify opportunities to improve processes and strengthen organizational efficiency. If you are a dependable professional who leads by example and excels at creating structure, organization, and accountability, we want to meet you. The Administrative Manager oversees and manages the business operations of a department, supervise administrative staff, assist with administration of financial processes, collect and analyze data for report generating, facilitate contracts, design and implement policies and procedures to improve quality of service.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED required.
• 10+ years of experience managing administrative activities.
• Experience in managing communications with cross functional leaders/ stakeholders.
• Experience in managing people either directly or indirectly.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years experience managing administrative activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee administrative activities of a department.
• Administer departmental policies and procedures, evaluate results and performance, and assist with the development of new or modified budgets, strategic plans, or policies.
• Manage large/ critical contracts with vendors.
• Implement methods, measures, policies and processes to improve cost efficiency and quality of service.
• Manage communication at all levels, within and outside the department on administrative matters.
• Manage administrative budget of the department, tracking actuals and variances.
• Engage in hiring, goal setting, performance management, engagement and other people processes (must have at least two direct reports).
• Perform other duties as assigned to meet the goals and objectives of the department and institution.
• Maintains regular and predictable attendance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees