Job Description
Are you ready to bring your skills to a world-class healthcare organization recognized as one of the top ten in the United States? Do you have a passion for the highest quality and patient happiness? Then please respond to this dynamic opportunity available with one of the best places to work in Southern California!
Cedars-Sinai is a nonprofit, independent healthcare organization committed to improving the health status of the communities we serve through:
Leadership and excellence in delivering quality healthcare services
Expanding the horizons of medical knowledge through biomedical research
Educating and training physicians and other healthcare professionals
Quality patient care is our priority. Providing excellent clinical and service quality, offering compassionate care, and supporting research and medical education are essential to our mission. We have been recognized ten years in a row on the "Best Hospitals" Honor Roll by U.S. News & World Report!
We are seeking a Manager, Strategic Sourcing to oversee the EIS and Administrative Services categories and provide leadership and oversight for sourcing, contracting and purchasing-related activities within Supply Chain Shared Services. In this newly created role, you will integrate product/service category-related analysis and oversight with daily supervision of Contract Administrators and Procurement Specialists. Your goal will be ensuring accuracy, timeliness, compliance, and supply assurance across assigned categories as well as sourcing and contracting excellence aligned with our annual plan of purchase and other requests as needed.
The Manager reviews supplier, pricing, operational, and utilization data to support sourcing recommendations, oversees operational purchasing workflows, leads supplier performance evaluation and Quarterly Business Reviews (QBRs). This is to ensure alignment with organizational, financial, and operational objectives. The position requires advanced analytical capabilities, strong decision-making, and the ability to lead staff in achieving service excellence, cost optimization, and compliant purchasing practices. The role also requires excellent communication and collaboration skills enabling our shared service model and supporting the entire health system.
This opportunity is a hybrid remote position that will require being in the office at least once a week.
Summary of Essential Duties:
Manages Contract Administrators and Procurement Specialists, including hiring, onboarding, scheduling, coaching, performance evaluations, and corrective actions; ensures team readiness, coverage, and consistent workflow execution.
Directs, plans, and prioritizes sourcing, purchasing, and contracting activities to ensure departmental goals, accuracy, service levels, turnaround times, and supply assurance requirements are met.
Oversees staff evaluations of new products, services, equipment, and technologies, ensuring accuracy and completeness of assessments and preparing managerial recommendations for leadership review.
Negotiates complex service agreements, Statements of Work (SOWs), Master Service Agreements (MSAs), pricing structures, service-level agreements (SLAs), and performance guarantees.
Conducts supplier assessments and market benchmarking to evaluate service capabilities, pricing competitiveness, innovation, and risk.
Typical Enterprise and Information Services Categories Will Include:
IT Infrastructure Hardware
Data Center and Colocation Services
Cloud Infrastructure and Hosting Services
Cybersecurity Products and Services
Managed IT Services
Network Equipment and Services
Telecommunications and Voice Services
Wireless and Mobility Services
End User Computing Devices (PCs, Laptops, Tablets)
Printers and Managed Print Services
Audio-Visual and Collaboration Technology
IT Staff Augmentation and Technical Resources
IT Consulting and Professional Services
Infrastructure Maintenance and Support Agreements
Technology Asset Lifecycle Services
Data Storage and Backup Solutions
Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Services
Hardware Maintenance and Break-Fix Services
Technology Leasing Programs
Emerging Technology and Innovation Services
Typical Administrative Services Categories Will Include:
Consulting and Advisory Services
Legal Services
Audit and Compliance Services
Banking and Financial Services
Human Resources Services
Talent Acquisition and Recruitment Services
Temporary Labor and Workforce Solutions
Employee Benefits and Wellness Programs
Marketing and Advertising Services
Public Relations and Communications Services
Education and Training Services
Travel Management Services
Corporate Events and Meeting Services
Office Supplies and Workplace Services
Print, Mail, and Document Services
Records Management and Storage
Translation and Interpretation Services
Memberships and Professional Subscriptions
Insurance and Risk Management Services
Fleet and Vehicle Management Services
Background Screening and Credentialing Services
Revenue Cycle Support Services
Business Process Outsourcing (BPO)
Contact Center and Customer Service Services
Qualifications
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Accounting, Contract Administration, Procurement or a related field required
Master's Degree preferred
Certifications/Licensure:
Certified Professional Contracts Manager certification (CPCM) preferred
Experience:
5 years of progressive responsibility in purchasing, project management, contract and vendor negotiations in a complex environment of a multi hospital setting, large hospital or healthcare setting required
5 years of direct experience in on or more category, such as medical surgical, facilities and support services, and or professional services required
2 years of Staff leadership experience such as team lead, supervisor, or manager required
Cedars-Sinai is an EEO employer. Cedars-Sinai does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of the race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, legally protected medical condition (cancer-related or genetic characteristics or any genetic information), marital status, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age (40 or older), military and/or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal or state law.
