Job Description
Responsibilities:
1.Manages a contract team consisting of paralegals and contract administrators within the Sourcing Department.
2.Collaborates with Legal and Sourcing on the development, interpretation, and application of policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
3.Guides the Contract Team through process compliance regarding internal policies and processes (i.e. contract approvals, signature policy, redlining, etc.).
4.Enforces contracting policies and procedures with internal CLM (Contract Lifecycle Management) Users and external collaborators, ensuring adherence to legal and regulatory standards.
5.Acts as an expert user of CLM software, supporting the job functions of the Paralegals and Sourcing Managers to meet goals and complete tasks efficiently and effectively.
6.Ensures contract intake and management flow with minimal interruption, addressing issues through regular data maintenance and process improvement initiatives.
7.Provides Sourcing support on select low-risk Contract Types and Spend Categories, ensuring cost-effective and compliant procurement practices.
8.Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) for organizational projects and initiatives involving contracts, providing insights and guidance to stakeholders.
9.Develops and implements training programs for the Contract Team to enhance skills and ensure up-to-date knowledge of contracting processes and systems.
10.Manages relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring effective communication and collaboration.
11.Follows the I CARE values of Rush University System for Health: Innovation, Collaboration, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence.
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Required Skills & Experience
B.A. /B.S. in business, marketing, finance, accounting, or related field.
Analyzes complex agreements and identifies risk competently.
Proficient in MS Office Suite.
Three (3) or more years of experience with a primary role of negotiating contracts for commodities and services in a senior buyer, procurement specialist, contract manager, or similar role.
Demonstrated history of change management
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
Master's degree in Business, Health Care Administration or related field.
Knowledge of a wide-range of procurement processes in medical and/or service fields.
Purchasing & Contracting experience within Healthcare
Demonstrated leadership ability with all levels of personnel: staff, peer and administration/leadership.
Technical proficiency in ERP, reporting, and contract management systems.
Understanding of complex healthcare market forces and implications for contracting/procurement in the future.
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.