Sr Contract Analyst & Negotiator

Health Care Service Corporation•Chicago, IL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development. Job Summary The Senior Contracting Analyst and Negotiator position is responsible for working with the Procurement Contracting Managers and Senior Contracting Managers in the facilitation, negotiation completion and execution of agreements with suppliers and other service providers conducting business with HCSC. The Senior Contracting Analyst and Negotiator establishes and maintains positive relationships with HCSC internal business partners and other stakeholders, while facilitating the expeditious negotiation of contracts in the best interest of HCSC.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree, plus minimum of 8 years of experience drafting and negotiating contract documents, such as business arrangements and/or professional services and/or consulting services and/or outsourcing services and/or legal regulatory contracts and/or contracts for data sharing and/or contracts for software licenses, support, and maintenance and/or reviewing and drafting contract terms and conditions for master agreements and sub-agreements, such as statements of work or order forms.
Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent interpersonal, writing and communication skills.
Highly organized team player with a strong attention to detail.
Ability to prioritize and manage multiple contract negotiations, while meeting project timelines.
Proven subject matter expertise and proven record of success in contract analysis and negotiations across multiple sourcing events.
Leadership skills to mentor junior Contracting Analysts and Negotiators.

Nice To Haves

Law (Juris Doctor) degree; legal, contract management, or paralegal experience.
Experience reviewing and drafting terms and conditions (as a buyer or seller) for master agreements, sub-agreements, such as statements of work and order forms, non-disclosure agreements, evaluation agreements, and contract addendums required by government regulations, as applicable.
Knowledge of the principles and practices of the purchasing process, contract administration, strategic sourcing, negotiation and purchasing systems.
Experience negotiating agreements in a health care industry setting.
Experience negotiating supplier agreements, which are subject to regulatory requirements.
Experience using an automated contract management system.
Experience using an automated electronic signature system or tool.
Experience using Outlook, Microsoft Word, and other Microsoft applications.

Responsibilities

Establish and promote strong collaborative relationships with internal business owners and other HCSC stakeholders.
Lead and facilitate internal discussions between Procurement category teams and internal business partners and HCSC stakeholders during contract negotiations, with a goal of issue resolution.