Sr. Sourcing Contract Administrator

Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago provides superior pediatric care in a setting that offers the latest benefits and innovations in medical technology, research and family-friendly design. As the largest pediatric provider in the region with a 140-year legacy of excellence, kids and their families are at the center of all we do. Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital of Chicago is ranked in all 10 specialties by the U.S. News & World Report.

Location

680 Lake Shore Drive

Job Description

• Utilize GPO and Hospital based tools to monitor contract tier levels and overall GPO participation to ensure organization is receiving maximum value from the GPO.
• Works closely with the Strategic Sourcing and Value Analysis manager to consultant with business owners to drive cost savings performance best practice through the understanding of fundamental strategic sourcing elements including, but not limited to, cost, quality and outcomes (CQO).
• Actively leads and contributes to the goals of all multidisciplinary Value Analysis Committees, in the identification, evaluation and selection of products to promote standardization and cost savings for all supplies and equipment throughout the Medical Center.
• Responsible for assessing the value of new or renegotiated GPO contracts. Assist other departments in the implementation of cost saving opportunities and measuring contract performance.
• Collaborates within the Medical Center's by serving as a process expert concerning Sourcing and Value Analysis inquiries and serves as a team player in conversions and other product related initiatives.
• Actively participates and contributes to the goals of all multidisciplinary Value Analysis Committees, in the identification, evaluation and selection of products to promote standardization and cost savings for all supplies and equipment throughout the Medical Center.
• Actively assesses Sourcing process and provides recommendations for process improvement ideas as needed.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Required Education: 3-5 years Hospital Contracting required; Bachelors Degree preferred.

• Required: Five years progressive work experience in Purchasing or Value Analysis. Healthcare experience required.
• Required: Experience with Group Purchasing Organizations (GPO). Working knowledge of GPO systems and supply/equipment related contracts.
• Required: Experience in planning, Value Analysis process flow, purchasing decision making and outcome evaluation.
• Required: Working knowledge of personal computers and Microsoft windows operating system and applications.
• Preferred: Proficiency in Infor-Lawson with an emphasis in Supply Chain business systems.
• Required: Excellent analytical, written and oral communication skills. Ability to articulate facts and ideas clearly and concisely. Demonstrated ability to analyze problems and clearly articulate potential solutions.
• Required: Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Capable of working in a diverse, multi-disciplinary team, group process facilitation, negotiation and conflict resolution while interacting with all levels of the organization.
• Required: Excellent facilitation and project management skills. Ability to manage assigned projects to specified budget and time line with minimal supervision. Must be able to prioritize, organize and assess work in order to meet aggressive deadlines and cope in fast-paced environment.
• Required: Ability to maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality relating to patient health information (PHI) or Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).
• Demonstrates proficiency in Contracting and Supply Chain Operations knowledge.

Education

Bachelor's Degree: Law (Required)

Pay Range

$70,720.00-$115,627.20 Salary

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