Category Manager

VCU Health•Mechanicsville, VA

2d•$75,525 - $117,083

About The Position

The Category Manager performs contracting functions for VCU Health System and its owned and controlled affiliates on behalf of Supply Chain. The role manages contracts and other documents submitted to Supply Chain for review, assesses them against contracting compliance guidelines, and routes them to appropriate parties for approval and signature. Under the direction of Supply Chain Leadership, the Category Manager helps mitigate organizational risk by requiring review and due diligence before documents advance for signature. The Category Manager prepares, redlines, processes, and maintains contracts in accordance with VCU Health System and regulatory requirements. The position works with internal stakeholders and suppliers, supports sourcing and value analysis activities, and administers document tracking and contracting systems. The role may provide backup coverage for other Supply Chain team members and requires flexibility as organizational needs and industry trends evolve.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, business, or a related field; supply chain or contract negotiation/sourcing experience may serve in lieu of a degree. A combination of education and experience may also be considered in lieu of a degree.
At least 2 years of experience in sourcing and contracting, including negotiating terms and conditions.
Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
High level of integrity, professionalism, and discretion.
Excellent project management and multitasking abilities.
Ability to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn infection-control policies.

Nice To Haves

Certification in paralegal studies.
Supply Chain experience.

Responsibilities

Draft, review, revise, and analyze contract documents under the direct supervision of Leadership.
Perform contracting for supplies and purchased services in accordance with requirements established by VCU Health System Leadership and relevant departments, including Supply Chain, the Office of General Counsel, Privacy Office, Insurance Services, Information Systems, and Finance.
Create, review, redline, execute, and maintain contract documents while meeting VCU Health System requirements.
Build and maintain relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to align with organizational objectives.
Maintain and use a current list of internal reviewers and stakeholders for category assignments.
Assist in preparing contracts and sourcing documents, including related research and value analysis, through collaboration and implementation of initiatives across assigned categories.
Administer systems and processes to track and manage documents submitted to Workday Strategic Sourcing for processing.
Manage expectations and provide updates to clients, including senior leadership, as needed; navigate competing priorities and represent the Supply Chain Department.
Ensure contract documents are maintained in VCU Health System’s contract repository and related systems as required by department leadership.
Respond proactively and promptly to stakeholder and leadership requests.
Support diversity, equity, and inclusion programs and initiatives through collaboration and implementation across the health system.
Ensure contracting and sourcing activities meet and advance the requirements of VCU Health System’s supplier engagement program.
Provide backup coverage for Category Manager Seniors, Category Manager Leads, and other team members as needed, and perform other duties as requested.
Adapt to additional duties arising from organizational needs and evolving industry trends.