Contract Specialist

About the role

The Contract Specialist will demonstrate a wide degree of creativity and exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. The Contract Specialist will also demonstrate the ability to manage and make decisions autonomously regarding contracting of a larger amount or of a more complex scope.

Responsibilities

• Purchases materials and related services at the lowest total cost possible while complying with quality and service standards
• Systematically monitor and manage vendor performance on a regular basis, requiring the highest standards from vendors according to established vendor performance criteria
• Drive the unit based utilization committee process for assigned areas and provide value analysis and information reports
• Oversees Supply Chain Coordinators activity related to contract compliance and provides contract information to assist in preparation of purchase orders
• Demonstrates significant cost reductions through negotiations, contract implementation and process improvement
• Manages various contracts such as GPO, products, and equipment
• Considerable focus on service and maintenance contracts related to equipment and support systems
• Capital Purchase/Contract Negotiations
• Materials/Expense Reduction
• Contract Development Management
• Value Analysis/Product Standardization
• Vendor Management/Consolidation
• Materials Utilization Programs
• Professional Growth & Development
• Conducts Product Research

Requirements

• Bachelor degree in Business, Finance or Supply Chain or equivalent experience required
• Must be proficient with the use of Purchasing/Materials Information Systems and Contract Information System, as well as spreadsheet and word processing application software necessary
• Must have excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Must possess sound math, analytical, and negotiation skills
• Must be knowledgeable of the type and nature of products provided and advances in healthcare science and technology
• Must have an aptitude for planning and maintaining purchasing control
• Should be flexible and willing to assume additional responsibility as necessary
• Should be able to demonstrate good business practices and sound judgment
• Must be able to analyze a situation and react or plan accordingly
• Demonstrate organizational skills including the ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines
• Demonstrate accountability and possess problem-solving skills
• Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served

Qualifications

• CMRP or CPSM certification or relevant supply chain certification preferred
• Previous contracting or commensurate experience preferred

Schedule

First Shift, Full time, Scheduled Weekly Hours 40