System Manager, Sourcing and Contracting

Albany Medical Center • Albany, NY

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About The Position

The System Manager for Sourcing & Contracting plays a pivotal leadership role within Albany Med Health System, overseeing strategic sourcing, contract lifecycle management, and supplier performance across clinical and non clinical categories. This leader manages a team of seven Contract Specialists and partners closely with clinical, operational, and financial stakeholders to ensure that sourcing decisions support high quality patient care, operational efficiency, and financial stewardship.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in healthcare sourcing, contracting, or supply chain management.
• 2+ years of leadership or supervisory experience.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience with contract management systems and supply chain analytics tools.

Nice To Haves

• Master’s degree in a related field.
• Certification such as CPSM, CMRP, or CSCP.
• Experience in a multi‑hospital or integrated delivery network (IDN) environment.
• Familiarity with GPO contracts, value analysis processes, and clinical product evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Sourcing & Contracting Lead the development and execution of sourcing strategies across assigned categories, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, clinical needs, and financial targets.
• Oversee the full contract lifecycle, including RFP development, bid analysis, negotiation, award, implementation, and renewal.
• Evaluate and optimize the system’s contract portfolio to reduce variation, drive standardization, and maximize value.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, legal, and organizational requirements in all contracting activities.
• Team Leadership & Development Directly supervise, mentor, and develop a team of seven Contract Specialists, fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Set clear performance expectations, provide regular coaching, and support team members in managing complex contracting initiatives.
• Promote cross‑functional collaboration and knowledge sharing within the team and across the supply chain department.
• Stakeholder Engagement Serve as a trusted partner to clinical leaders, department heads, and executive leadership, translating operational needs into sourcing strategies.
• Support value analysis processes and clinical integration initiatives.
• Ensure communication related to contract changes, cost‑saving opportunities, and sourcing impacts goes out to stakeholders in a clear and timely manner.
• Financial & Operational Performance Identify and deliver cost‑reduction, cost‑avoidance, and value‑enhancement opportunities through strategic sourcing and contract optimization.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve issues, and ensure adherence to service levels and contractual obligations.
• Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs), including savings, contract coverage, and sourcing cycle times.
• Process Improvement & Innovation Champion process improvements that enhance efficiency, transparency, and data‑driven decision‑making within the sourcing and contracting function.
• Leverage analytics, market intelligence, and benchmarking to inform sourcing strategies and strengthen negotiation outcomes.
• Support system‑wide initiatives such as standardization, technology adoption, and supply chain transformation.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees