[Hiring] Strategic Sourcing Category Manager @Trinity Health

Role Description

Leads strategic sourcing activities for complex small and medium initiatives with the goal of achieving significant value including but not limited to financial impact, standardization of products and services, maintaining or improving quality and enhanced supplier service levels across the Regional Health Ministries (RHMs). Coordinates with Strategic Sourcing leadership to conduct competitive sourcing processes for direct and indirect commodities and services which typically include Request for Proposal or Request for Quotation (RFQ); activities will include but are not limited to:

• Managing several simultaneous competitive sourcing processes
• Complex contract negotiations of high value
• Limiting exposure to the System on risk

Analyzes responses, performs cost benefit analysis, develops reports/presentations and presents/makes recommendations for initiatives with moderate risk and value.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, finance or clinical discipline AND 5 (five) years of relevant work experience or an equivalent combination of education and work experience
• Appropriate technical certification (i.e. CQM, CPM, CPIM) desirable
• Comprehensive knowledge of data analysis, purchasing practice, pricing structure, products and services, vendor relationships, and market analysis for trends
• Knowledge of contract law and governing regulation

Requirements

• Strong negotiation skills to drive the lowest overall cost for the System, while not compromising quality or patient safety
• Ability to prepare specifications for RFIs, RFQ's and RFPs
• Strong analytical skills including ability to construct and execute multiple complex analyses (e.g. Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Economic Value to Customer (EVC), Net Present Value (NPV) simultaneously
• Ability to perform cost-benefit analysis and prepare reports/charts/graphs that concisely present interpretations of information for stakeholders
• Demonstrated ability to identify problems, make recommendations/decisions, and implement solutions
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and multi-task within a fast-paced environment
• Solid customer service qualities along with excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to establish and maintain productive and positive working relationships with all stakeholders and external suppliers

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Professional development opportunities

Company Description

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.