Day) Center City

Thomas Jefferson University•Philadelphia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Sourcing Manager is responsible for timely, cost-effective strategic sourcing of complex goods and services in assigned categories. The role develops and executes category strategies using spend analysis, market dynamics, category intelligence, business requirements, and cost modeling to support quality, sustainable supply, cost optimization, supplier performance, and compliance with organizational policies. The manager executes sourcing strategies and process improvements; conducts supplier research, RFPs, and contract negotiations; manages vendor relationships and agreements; and recommends vendor selections and contract terms to Strategic Sourcing leadership. The role monitors supplier performance, market trends, and contract compliance, and works toward becoming a subject matter expert in assigned categories. The position collaborates with clinical, finance, logistics, value analysis, and other internal stakeholders to define sourcing needs and targets. It also tracks KPIs and supplier performance, prepares business cases and should-cost models, and performs complex data analysis and financial modeling, including ROI, supplier scorecards, savings tracking, and make-versus-buy models. The role is based at 1101 Market in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and is a regular employee position on the day shift.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree; preferably in healthcare administration, business, or a related field.
At least 5 years of experience in sourcing, facilitating and negotiating contracts within strategic sourcing or supply chain, developing and managing sourcing strategies, implementing sourcing objectives supporting organizational strategies, or a relevant supply chain capability area.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
Strategic thinking.
Excellent communication and presentation abilities.
Problem-solving capabilities.
Proficiency in data analysis tools.
Knowledge of healthcare regulations.

Nice To Haves

C.P.M. or equivalent certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Execute sourcing strategies for assigned categories, ensuring cost-effective procurement and compliance with policies and procedures.
Ensure savings are delivered promptly and expected enterprise benefits are realized.
Implement process improvements to improve sourcing operational efficiency.
Conduct supplier research, RFPs, and contract negotiations for assigned categories.
Develop negotiation strategies that maximize total value and minimize risk.
Manage day-to-day vendor relationships, including contracts, consignment agreements, and rental agreements.
Recommend vendor selections and contract terms to Strategic Sourcing leadership for review.
Present bid submission results to Strategic Sourcing leadership and relevant stakeholders.
Monitor vendor performance, resolve supply chain issues, and ensure contract compliance.
Monitor market practices and changes in demand and supply, including supply consolidation and technology innovations.
Use market data, external expert resources, spend analytics, and cost modeling to support fact-based decisions.
Collaborate with internal departments, including clinical teams, finance, logistics, and value analysis, to address sourcing needs.
Partner with stakeholders to build influence, evaluate sourcing activities, and set targets for assigned complex categories.
Monitor KPIs to assess sourcing initiatives and support data-driven decisions.
Track supplier performance and compliance with contract terms.
Prepare and present business cases and should-cost models.
Perform complex data analysis and build financial models, including ROI, supplier scorecards, savings tracking, and make-versus-buy decision models.
Develop toward becoming a subject matter expert in assigned categories.

Benefits

Medical insurance, including prescription coverage
Supplemental insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits, including access to group insurance rates and discounts
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full-time service or two years of part-time service
Medical insurance, including prescription coverage, is available to all colleagues, including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps