Contract Design Manager

Responsibilities

This position resides under The Resource Group, an end-to-end supply chain partner to healthcare organizations across the United States, wholly-owned by Ascension. At The Resource Group, we build strong relationships with provider teams, working alongside them to improve supply chain operations and lower non-payroll expenses, all in support of delivering quality patient care. Responsibilities for this role can be found below:

• Lead the development of comprehensive category negotiation strategies and manage the end-to-end contract life cycle to ensure long-term alignment with organizational objectives and financial objectives.
• Oversee the synthesis of complex market trend data and research to provide expert guidance and actionable insights that drive innovative solution development and continuous strategy improvement.
• Facilitates communication of clinically or operationally relevant information such as related product recalls/alerts, benefits and educational opportunities, contract announcements and other communication strategies, while representing The Resource Group's core values in interactions with suppliers and participants.
• Facilitate the engagement of end-users and stakeholders to inform developed strategies and achieve consensus on contract awards, ensuring all contracts meet professional, clinical, and operational standards.
• Conduct regular reviews of contract performance in collaboration with onsite Integration teams or key stakeholders to maximize value delivery and proactively communicate clinically or operationally relevant information.
• Optimize team performance through strategic day-to-day management of associates including hiring, training and onboarding, professional development, and providing coaching and feedback as needed.

Requirements

High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Qualifications

A Bachelor's degree
3+ years of professional experience in contract category management, with pharmacy contract category management experience strongly preferred.
Professional experience within a Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) or complex healthcare supply chain environment, preferably managing pharmaceutical or clinical categories.

Skills

Strong negotiation and contract management skills
Ability to analyze and interpret complex market trends
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Proficiency in healthcare supply chain operations

Benefits

Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Pay

$107,821.50- $145,875.46 per year

Schedule

Day shift

Full-time