Assistant Director - Contracts and Sourcing

UHS•King of Prussia, PA

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About The Position

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE: UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 300 corporation, annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com The Corporate Supply Chain Department is seeking a dynamic and talented Assistant Director – Sourcing and Contracting. The Assistant Director – Sourcing and Contracting leads all aspects of Sourcing and Contracting spend categories for 392 facilities and $500,000 annual spend including the leadership and development of associated Contract Staff. Leads the prudent sourcing of commodities, equipment, and services, including but not limited to investigating alternatives, reviewing cost effectiveness, vendor negotiations, and soliciting bids. Provides direction to staff and leads the development and implementation of sourcing opportunities across all UHS divisions including: Acute Care, Behavioral Health, and Independent Physician Management divisions and corporate. Leads supplier management and contract compliance programs. Assists with the development of annual sourcing calendar to guide staff regarding priorities and to drive expense reduction. Manages the contract review process to validate the appropriate terms, conditions, pricing, vendors, and approvals. Leads development of policies and procedures for corporate and local staff.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years in progressively challenging leadership roles in sourcing, negotiations, and supplier management.
Strong subject matter expertise in sourcing across multiple categories.
Strong leadership presence to evaluate business opportunities, major contracts, and relationships. Strong group dynamic skills to lead facility teams to accomplish established goals.
Projects a positive attitude and team orientation.
Needs to be effective in recovery skills and exhibit a strong work ethic.
Deep knowledge of contract terms and conditions.
Excellent written, communication, critical thinking and analytical skills.
Detail oriented with good organization skills.
Ability to multi-task and handle a high volume of work with deadlines.
Proficient in Word and Excel.
Travel Requirements: Up to 25% travel based on projects.

Responsibilities

Manages Sourcing and Contracting spend categories including the leadership and development of associated Contract Staff.
Leads all sourcing related activities following strict sourcing guidelines and utilizing prescribed sourcing methodologies.
Develops and executes sourcing or utilization related initiatives that generate annualized cost reduction
Negotiates new contracts or enhancements to existing contracts with account representatives. Attempts to convey such new contracts or enhancements through UHS’ specified GPO, as available.
Leads the review and routing of contracts per established procedures.
Initiates, renews and handles expiration of contracts in a timely manner.
Evaluates and prioritizes existing contracts for opportunities to improve contract benefits and/or reduce costs.
Manages innovation in improving contracting processes; leading contract compliance; and contract performance.
Facilitates quarterly business reviews with key suppliers to ensure alignment of goals and progress related to key initiatives.
Leads implementation of completed agreements.
Ensures financial and service level goals are met.