Primary Location:
Supply Chain Serv. Center
Address:
1001 Cheri WaySuite 200Fairdale, KY 40118
Shift:
First Shift (United States of America)
Job Description Summary:
Job Description:
The Supply Chain Contract Coordinator assists the Director of Contracting with ensuring all GPO/Local contracts are up to date and maximizing savings, in accordance with category strategy, professional standards and applicable regulatory requirements. This position is responsible for maintaining the overall contract/price files for the organization.
Additional Job Description:
Under the direct supervision of the Director of Contracting, this position provides contractual support and also:
- Identifies contract opportunities for products/services contributing to standardization of products, higher levels of quality patient experience/care delivery, and overall cost reduction which could result in significant cost savings for the facility
- Helps to organize and maintain a centralized contract database of all local purchasing contracts; maintains price file
- Coordinates with all levels of management to gather, analyze, summarize, and prepare recommendations on service sourcing strategies, practices, and procedures
- Renews existing contracts as directed
- Maintains knowledge of all purchasing contracts and policies
Reviews all pricing exceptions; escalates as needed
- Assists Supply Chain Management in the administration of the supply/equipment contract portfolio, contract compliance and utilization reports
- Maintains compliance with all company policies, procedures and standards of conduct
- Complies with HIPAA privacy and security requirements to maintain confidentiality at all times
Education:
- High school diploma or GED/equivalent (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or related field (preferred)
Experience:
- Three (3) years related work experiences (required)
Experience in a healthcare environment (preferred)