Contract Specialist - Supply Chain-Sourcing & Contracting

Qualifications: Required: Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering or other related field 2-3 years of experience working with clinical staff that includes creating business/operational efficiencies, improving productivity, and driving financial performance. Strong collaboration and partnering skills Independent and enriched analytical skills to persuade business unit partners to drive expedient and effective results.

Location: MetroHealth Old Brooklyn Campus

Biweekly Hours: 80.00

Shift: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

The MetroHealth System is redefining health care by going beyond medical treatment to improve the foundations of community health and well-being: affordable housing, a cleaner environment, economic opportunity and access to fresh food, convenient transportation, legal help and other services. The system strives to become as good at preventing disease as it is at treating it. Founded in 1837, Cuyahoga County's safety-net health system operates four hospitals, four emergency departments and more than 20 health centers.

Summary:

Develops and executes contracting strategies to achieve financial targets which include performing clinical planning and implementation activities. Negotiates contracts on behalf of MHS within assigned area(s). Manages complex administrative, legal, operational, and financial issues related to contract negotiation. Upholds the mission, vision, values, and customer services standards of The MetroHealth System.

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, Engineering or other related field 2-3 years of experience working with clinical staff that includes creating business/operational efficiencies, improving productivity, and driving financial performance.
• Core strength and experience in building contract terms and conditions, including business and service level agreements in collaboration with legal counsel
• Knowledgeable in supply chain concepts, such as the functions of suppliers, distributors, and GPOs, as well as inventory management procedures.
• Competent in MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; familiar with MMIS and ERP systems.
• Ability to work independently and in a team-based work environment
• Ability to balance multiple projects and appropriately prioritize tasks.
• Exhibits enhanced problem-solving skills and is detailed oriented.
• Proven communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
• Strong collaboration and partnering skills Independent and enriched analytical skills to persuade business unit partners to drive expedient and effective results.
• Ability to grasp new concepts and establish credibility efficiently while building long term relationships with business unit partners

Preferred:

• Master's Degree.
• Experience in a healthcare and/or government/public purchasing environment.

Physical Demands:

• May need to move around intermittently during the day, including sitting, standing, stooping, bending, and ambulating.
• May need to remain still for extended periods, including sitting and standing.
• Ability to communicate in face-to-face, phone, email, and other communications.
• Ability to read job related documents.
• Ability to use computer.