Manager- Supply Chain Contracting

Fairview Health Services • Saint Paul, MN • 2h ago

Job Overview

Job Overview:

Fairview is looking for a Manager of Supply Chain Contracting to join our team! Under the supervision of the System Director Contracting Services, this position oversees the activities and staff for software, hardware, technology services and capital equipment contract analysis, negotiation, expiration, contract pricing administration and contract compliance. This position is accountable for managing vendor relationships, working collaboratively with key stakeholders to meet System-wide contracting needs, achieve cost savings targets, and implement product conversions. The position coordinates process improvement activities related to contracting and ensures that technology is appropriately applied to each stage of the contract management. It is responsible for developing, negotiating, and maintaining system-wide high value/high risk contracts for software, hardware, technology, capital equipment and related services. This position serves as the primary advisor to the System Director Contracting for issues regarding internal and external parties questioning contract compliance issues and procurement procedures for software, hardware, technology, capital equipment, and related services. This position is mobile (remote, and some onsite).

Position Details:

1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period)

day shift

no weekends

salaried, hybrid role *onsite work required

Responsibilities

Supervise and direct the work of 5+ direct reports; conduct annual reviews. Oversee performance of contracting staff in the following categories: Sr. Contract Specialists, IT Contract Specialists, and Contract Specialist Associates.

Monitors timelines, KPI's, and quality of contract renewals, amendments, and termination using contract tracking and management system.

Promote standardization and cost reduction in areas of responsibility to achieve cost savings goals.

Analyze opportunities for standardization, cost savings, and cost avoidance.

Develops methodology, documents, and reports savings by project by site

Manage third parties' relationships like supplier, distribution, and GPO to ensure that service expectations are being met.

Actively manage the expiration of contracts, analysis, and renewal, as appropriate.

Develop, negotiate, and maintain high value/high risk system-wide contracts

Conduct negotiation

Review / Write contracts

Required Qualifications

B.S./B.A. in a business administration, healthcare administration or a related business field

Sufficient knowledge of and prior work experience to supervise contracting staff, Prior experience in contract developing and negotiation, Must possess coaching, evaluation, and team building skills, Prior experience in working with senior leadership and leaders of supplier representative to achieve desired result, Ability to work with supplier to create strategic business plan focused on priorities that deliver value for all parties involved, Excellent verbal and written skills, Strong interpersonal skills, Analytical and problem-solving skills.

4 years experience in contracting with three years leadership or project management experience.

Knowledge of and work experience with contract management technology platforms Including web applications.

Preferred Qualifications

M.A./M.S. in Business or related field

J.D.

5 years of progressively responsible experience in procurement and contracting

Expert knowledge of vendor's key areas of responsibility (top 10 suppliers, key product lines, competitive advantage of vendor and product lines)

Advanced negotiation skills

Technology contracts

Benefit Overview

Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract

Compensation Disclaimer

The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored.

EEO Statement

EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status

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