Procurement Specialist III

Inspired by faith. Driven by innovation. Powered by humankindness. CommonSpirit Health is building a healthier future for all through its integrated health services. As one of the nation’s largest nonprofit Catholic healthcare organizations, CommonSpirit Health delivers more than 20 million patient encounters annually through more than 2,300 clinics, care sites and 137 hospital-based locations, in addition to its home-based services and virtual care offerings. CommonSpirit has more than 157,000 employees, 45,000 nurses and 25,000 physicians and advanced practice providers across 24 states and contributes more than $4.2 billion annually in charity care, community benefits and unreimbursed government programs. Together with our patients, physicians, partners, and communities, we are creating a more just, equitable, and innovative healthcare delivery system.

Job Summary/Purpose:

The Contract Specialist III is responsible for collaborating with the contracting team and supporting contracting activities for assigned vendors and categories. The incumbent will identify and lead efforts pertaining to cost reduction opportunities, coordinate efforts toward standardization and contract utilization, and collaborate with internal customers and vendors to promote and/or resolve key issues related to IT contract management.

Essential Function:

• Demonstrates the ability to negotiate with vendors and internal customers to facilitate drafting of contracts under direction of a Contract Manager
• Leads professional meetings and initiate communications involving internal customers and vendors in order to achieve desired contractual outcomes
• Develops positive relationships with IT and Finance leaders, including Accounts Payable and Finance Analysts and other CommonSpirit stakeholders to identify savings opportunities, optimize contract strategies, and reduce contract risk
• Manages assigned portfolio of contracts from selection to expiration (including, master agreements, and amendments)
• Ensures contract compliance with CommonSpirit Health policies/procedures and applicable Federal, state, and local laws, regulations, codes, and/or standards

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Information Management, Business Administration, Healthcare Administration or a related program or equivalent professional experience required.
• Six (6) years of experience in contracting, supply chain, and/or strategic sourcing leadership position with a focus on Information Technology Contracts required.
• Two (2) years of experience in healthcare required.