IT Vendor Selection Specialist

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.

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced professional with vendor selection understanding to drive operational excellence in the selection of vendors serving IT healthcare business functions. As a Vendor Selection Specialist you will lead complex Request for Proposal (RFP) and Request for Information (RFI) reviews, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure the successful selection of highly aligned vendors.

• Collaborate closely with internal stakeholders to determine need for RFP (Request for Proposal) engagement with
  vendors, gather and document business requirements, develop proposal strategy, and researching alignment
  between expectations and capabilities.
• RFP Management, including drafting and issuing RFPs, defining evaluation criteria, coordinating communication
  with potential vendors, facilitating vendor engagement sessions, and collecting and evaluating vendor responses.
• Conduct research and vetting of potential vendors, including reviewing past performance, client testimonials,
  financial stability, and industry recognition in alignment with internal stakeholders' business requirement.
• Analyze vendor proposals based on established criteria such as technical experience, proposed solutions, pricing,
  and compliance with RFP requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and vendors to drive negotiation and contract finalization to include
  contract terms, pricing, and service level agreements (SLAs) to ensure they meet the organization's needs.
• Document and maintain accurate records of the sourcing process, including RFP documentation, vendor
  responses, evaluation results, and contract details.
• Champion a culture of innovation, agility, and continuous improvement, instilling a mindset of curiosity,
  experimentation, and adaptability across the organization.
• Maintain and assist in refining operational processes for conducting reviews, developing and maintaining
  materials and tools, and alignment of policy and procedure in support of RFP and RFI reviews.
• Remote eligible.

The job summary and responsibilities listed above are designed to indicate the general nature of the work performed within this job. They are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all job responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Employees may be required to perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelors Other Business Administration, IT, or related field or 7-9 years relevant experience as a Business Analyst, Sourcing Analyst, Procurement
  Specialist, or similar role
• Deep understanding of the RFP process, including best practices for developing and evaluating proposals
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build consensus among diverse stakeholders
  at all levels of the organization
• Proven ability to navigate ambiguity, drive results, and adapt to evolving priorities in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Strategic mindset with the ability to synthesize complex information, identify trends, and anticipate future challenges and opportunities
• Experience in requirements gathering and documentation, as well as managing or supporting RFPs and vendor selection processes
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines are essential for navigating the RFP process
• Familiarity with IT and Healthcare IT RFPs 
• Familiarity with ServiceNow and Google Workspace