Director, Contracting & Strategic Sourcing

University of Miami - Miami, FL

Full-time - Senior

Miami, FL

Educational Services

About the position

The Director of Contracting and Strategic Sourcing at the University of Miami Health System (UHealth) is responsible for overseeing all phases of contract development, including drafting and negotiating a variety of commercial contracts. This role also involves providing strategic advice on contracting and privacy matters, training supply chain staff, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Drafts, analyzes, and negotiates a broad range of agreements for the purchase of goods and services across the UM enterprise.
• Conducts in-depth analysis of contract requirements, special provisions, and terms to ensure compliance with appropriate laws and regulations.
• Serves as an internal escalation point for any contract clause that deviates from University policy.
• Advises and counsels internal clients across the enterprise and conveys risk assessments to internal stakeholders.
• Develops, maintains, and revises supply chain contract templates and guidelines to ensure uniform practices throughout the department.
• Reviews, updates, and maintains contract documentation in accordance with University policies.
• Oversees maintenance of contract database and serves as point person on legacy data cleanup efforts.
• Acts as UHealth Supply Chain's and Privacy's project lead and subject matter expert for contract administration tools.
• Manages contract administration team, including attorneys and contract specialists.
• Reviews and provides guidance to contracting staff on privacy law issues in underlying agreements.
• Facilitates record production for external audits to assist Compliance and General Counsel's Office.

Requirements

• J.D. from an ABA accredited law school.
• Certification in relevant specialty or field.
• Licensed to practice law in Florida preferred.
• Minimum 5 years relevant experience.
• Strong negotiating skills and understanding of contract provisions and risk allocation.
• Strong analytical and reasoning skills.
• Ability to multi-task and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Discreet and able to maintain confidentiality regarding sensitive matters.
• Exceptional attention to detail.