Manager, Strategic Sourcing

Saint Francis Health System

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About The Position

The Manager, Strategic Sourcing will manage specific spend Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO) categories and Value Analysis Teams (VAT) initiatives and projects. This role will develop cost-reduction opportunities and ensure optimal vendor value by monitoring performance and quality products for all projects and activities associated with their respective VAT.

Requirements

• Minimum 5 years of related experience.
• Knowledge of contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing agreements in accordance with established contracting policies and procedures.
• Enhanced knowledge of Microsoft Office and other applicable software.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to maintain strong business relationships.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex information and leverage data insights to make strategic decisions that positively impact the health system.
• Strong negotiation and contract management knowledge, with proven supplier relationship management skills.
• Ability to collaborate with colleagues of all levels and build cross-functional relationships.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with competing deadlines.

Nice To Haves

• Experience within a healthcare environment, preferred.
• Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP), Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP), preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements strategic sourcing strategies to lower costs, achieve benchmark pricing, and contribute to generating savings.
• Provides guidance and support to the VAT and VAT Manager on priority items and overall sourcing plans and initiatives.
• Leads contract negotiation for both local and national purchasing agreements.
• Manages and maintains strong end-user and vendor relationships that include GPO and distribution partners.
• Continuously researches alternative supplier options to ensure supply chain resiliency is maintained.
• Evaluates operational conditions and processes to ensure any special terms or provisions applicable to the Strategic Sourcing Award Strategy are covered during negotiations.
• Maintains measurable and quantifiable performance metrics for all contracting activities in their managed categories.
• Ensures all suppliers meet service benchmarks and performs periodic evaluations of suppliers.
• Collaborates and works closely with legal teams to resolve and prevent any contractual concerns.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed