Contract Manager

Description This position is incentive eligible. Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Contract Manager? At HealthTrust, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Benefits HealthTrust offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: * Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. * Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. * Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing * 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) * Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock * Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. * Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more * Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts * Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships * Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) * Colleague recognition program * Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) * Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about Employee Benefits Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients' lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Contract Manager like you to be a part of our team. Job Summary and Qualifications As the Contract Manager, you are responsible for negotiating industry leading national agreements for the group purchasing organization in the area of surgery. What you will do in this role: * Ability to plan and execute project timelines for assigned categories, with guidance from manager. * Demonstrated level of organizational ability and attention to detail * Ability to translate objectives into project planning priorities, create and manage work plans and timelines for multiple projects and priorities, and finalize negotiations in the time-frame designated for the project * Ability to be highly efficient and productive without sacrificing quality * Understanding or aptitude to learn the product categories assigned and how end-users interface with the products. * Understanding or demonstrated ability to learn in-depth aspects of portfolio: * product features and benefits, product comparisons between supplier offerings, the operational impact to provider, interpretation and use of market information provided by global sourcing team * Individual must be able to use knowledge about supplier to executive strategies, create leverage, and mitigate risks. * Some assigned categories are handled through a simplified acquisition process (SAP), where the strategy is primarily pre-determined. Other assigned categories are handled through a comprehensive acquisition process (CAP) that require strategy development. For these categories, the individual will develop the strategy with the guidance of their manager. Individual will seek guidance of manager for risk issues and agreed upon risk mitigation strategies. * Responsible for the sourcing process for their assigned portfolio. Including market research, bid preparation, RFI/RFP, contract negotiations, and contract launch. * CAP category strategies and final awards must be presented and validated by customer-led Advisory Boards and a customer-led, executive-level Supply Chain Board. * Individuals board presentations must be well prepared, concise, and articulated clearly. * Oversee supplier relationship during the sourcing process. Participate in supplier business reviews and review new products/technologies as they arise in assigned categories. * Build stable working relationships with customers with interaction primarily being through member advisory/supply chain board presentations. * Communications are primarily focused on effective and efficient communications with internal stakeholders and suppliers, with limited communication to customers. * Communication of bid process, negotiation status, agreement on terms, financial proposal concerns and other matters with supplier and internal team * Collaboration required with functional team throughout sourcing process with legal staff on development and finalization of contract, financial analysts on assessing supplier proposals, board leads on meeting with advisory boards, contract analysts on product/price loading of awarded agreements, portfolio specialists and communications on contract launch/implementation, and account management in their customer-facing duties related to the portfolio * Meet/exceed financial & operational goals in the annual contracting plan. * Maintain timely achievement of all assigned sourcing initiatives ensuring activities adhere to all established policies and procedures and standards of business conduct. * Resolve supplier and/or customer issues, as escalated by Portfolio Specialist. * Maintain strong customer relationships and build trust and respect by consistently meeting or exceeding customer expectations. Customers are internal and external. * Work with HealthTrust audit team to assist and facilitate engagement and finalization of audit projects. What you will need for this role: * Accredited College Bachelors Degree (Supply Chain, Healthcare, Business, Finance) * 1 - 3 years of related experience in strategic sourcing, contract negotiation, contract management, supply chain operations, materials management / purchasing, contracting financial analysis * Surgical product knowledge is preferred. * Excellent oral, written communication skills, and presentation skills * Solid knowledge of all MS Office Products, proficient in the use of Excel, Word and Powerpoint In todays challenging business environment of cost pressures, supply disruptions, and workforce shortages, it is crucial for providers to efficiently manage expenses and enhance performance. HealthTrust, in collaboration with 1,800 hospitals and health systems, offers a specialized group purchasing organization (GPO) membership model designed to deliver immediate and sustainable cost savings. Their team of experts provides tailored value acceleration engagements to address specific needs, delivering unparalleled benefits. With nationwide purchasing power and a focus on overall spending management, HealthTrust offers unmatched pricing advantages on supplies, along with industry-leading benchmarks and best practices. The dedicated team is committed to guiding and implementing performance enhancements in cost, quality, and outcomes. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years. HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in costs for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Contract Manager opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.