Analyst II Sourcing – Commodity Focus

Cleveland Clinic•Cleveland, OH

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Sourcing Analyst II coordinates sourcing and contracting activities for Cleveland Clinic by analyzing products and services, with guidance from senior-level analysts. The role helps identify sourcing opportunities that drive cost savings, create value, and manage risk; supports contract negotiations and sourcing strategies; and maintains data within assigned categories. The caregiver is expected to embody the organization’s mission and values while contributing to the Cleveland Clinic experience. This position follows a hybrid schedule, with 1–2 days on site at Cleveland Clinic Administrative Campus. The schedule is 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. and begins after a two-week new-hire training period.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, transportation and logistics, business, or a related field and two years of experience in forecasting, inventory, contract management, analytical project management, or other related supply chain experience; OR an associate’s degree and four years of experience; OR a high school diploma and six years of experience.
Ability to perform work in a stationary position for extended periods.
Ability to operate a computer and other office equipment.
Ability to communicate and exchange accurate information.
Ability to travel throughout the hospital system and, in some locations, off-site.
Follow standard precautions and use personal protective equipment as required.
Comply with the influenza prevention program, including annual vaccination or an approved exemption.
Undergo controlled-substance testing following an employment offer.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with category teams and business stakeholders to identify sourcing opportunities involving cost savings, value creation, and risk management.
Coordinate contracts and sourcing events throughout their life cycle, including initiating requests for quotations and reviewing proposals against criteria such as quality, price, availability, distribution method, and risk.
Prepare responses to requests for proposals under the direction of a senior-level team member.
Collaborate with senior-level analysts on contract negotiations and projects.
Analyze data for assigned moderately complex spend categories and prepare communications and reports on findings.
Coordinate enterprise contract conversions and acquired-hospital integration efforts, including assessing opportunities, securing stakeholder buy-in, communicating changes, coordinating training, completing conversions, and reporting outcomes.
Coordinate legal reviews and facilitate contract approvals in accordance with internal policies and compliance requirements.
Meet with sales representatives to evaluate new products and services.
Prepare reports on category performance and assist with data maintenance.
Coordinate with key stakeholders to resolve issues and provide excellent customer service.
Maintain appropriate professional and ethical relationships with vendor representatives and conduct business according to established principles and guidelines.
Review information such as advertising literature and trade journals to stay current on applicable technologies for assigned goods and services.
May support senior-level analysts with Excelerate (GPO) contract negotiations and projects.