Sourcing Specialist - Supply Chain Management

Woman's Hospital•St. George, LA

3d•$19 - $29

About The Position

The Sourcing Specialist supports the Supply Chain Management department by leading and executing sourcing activities and assisting with Value Analysis (VA) processes, with a strong emphasis on Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) contract compliance. The role identifies sourcing opportunities, negotiates pricing, analyzes pricing and utilization data, captures and communicates total cost of ownership, and helps ensure Hospital purchases align with GPO and other contracting strategies. Working under the guidance of the Value Analysis Manager, the Sourcing Specialist collaborates with Purchasing, Inventory Control, clinical and non-clinical stakeholders, and external vendors and suppliers. The goal is to help the Hospital obtain high-quality products at the best overall value based on clinical input, evidence, and total cost. The role is intended for someone with foundational supply chain knowledge who is ready to develop deeper expertise in healthcare sourcing, supplier coordination, and data-driven decision-making.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required.
Some prior experience in healthcare supply chain, sourcing, purchasing, contracting, value analysis, or a related role preferred.
Demonstrated working knowledge of healthcare purchasing, sourcing workflows, and supplier relationship management.
Ability to use ERP/MMIS systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools effectively.
Ability to follow established sourcing, value analysis, procurement, and compliance processes and meet deadlines with minimal oversight.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or a related field preferred; an equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate working knowledge of healthcare purchasing, sourcing workflows, and supplier relationship management, applying basic sourcing principles in day-to-day activities.
Support Value Analysis by assisting with product cost and utilization comparisons and product trials and evaluations in partnership with the Value Analysis Manager, in alignment with clinical, financial, and operational priorities.
Follow awareness of GPO contracts and organizational sourcing standards, and consistently meet established compliance requirements.
Collect, review, and interpret pricing, utilization, and spend data to support sourcing decisions, identify standardization or savings opportunities, and help document realized savings.
Maintain accurate records, documentation, and system entries related to contracts, vendors, and sourcing initiatives.
Work with clinicians, department leaders, and internal supply chain partners to gather requirements, respond to inquiries, and support sourcing initiatives.
Communicate professionally with vendors and suppliers, managing routine requests, documentation, and follow-ups while escalating issues appropriately.
Follow sourcing, value analysis, and procurement processes consistently and meet deadlines with minimal oversight.
Identify basic sourcing or contract issues, evaluate options, and recommend practical solutions within defined guidelines.
Use ERP/MMIS systems, spreadsheets, and reporting tools to support sourcing, implementation, and analysis.
Remain open to change and willing to learn new systems, products, and healthcare sourcing practices.
Recognize the limits of authority and experience; route product decisions and substitutions, including during backorders, through the value analysis process, and escalate complex clinical, financial, or compliance-related issues appropriately.