Job Description

One of the largest health insurers in the nation is focused on continuously building an industry-defining, world-class IT capability. Healthcare is forever evolving, especially due to emerging technologies, making this a great experience to add to your resume. Come join their winning team!

This Contract-to-Hire role as a Hybrid Sr. Supplier Management Analyst in Chicago or Naperville, IL or Richardson, TX will be responsible for the management of key suppliers, business relationships and operational performance. Your functional responsibilities to execute on the supplier management framework include strategic supplier selection, contracting, compliance, performance management and relationship management. You will partner with Internal Business areas and suppliers to define and ensure business expectations and contractual obligations are met. Executes strategic implementation and processes to support iterative evaluation of value delivered.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing supplier strategies and interfacing with external suppliers to deliver quality, cost savings, and return on investment.
• Develop programs, processes and tools to support iterative evaluation.
• Ensure constant alignment with internal and external business partners.
• Mentor team members in understanding strategy and approaches to execute.
• Establish, develop and maintain sound relationships with suppliers/partners.
• Manage/Own contracts while identifying opportunities to renegotiate suppliers’ agreements throughout the relationship.
• Enforce contract agreements; establish understanding of guidelines for contract violation and resolve risks and issues associated with supplier and/or HCSC non-performance.
• Manage and track appropriate supplier performance, including metrics, interactions, and utilization of external benchmarks.
• Lead contract negations and RFP activities, as needed
• Lead and/or consult on special projects, as assigned.

Requirements:

• Demonstrates ability to influence change.
• Experience delivering cross functional projects within a matrixed organization.
• Experience managing contracts, customer relationships, suppliers, and strategic sourcing.
• Experience managing difficult relationships and resolving conflict.
• Ability to synthesize, simplify, and standardize concepts/processes toward tangible results.
• Ability to influence, negotiate, and execute while navigating customer relationships.
• Ability to communicate and interact effectively and professionally with co-workers, management, customers, etc.
• Ability to manage time effectively, prioritize, and make trade-off decisions.
• Analytical thinking and consultative problem solving.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Bachelor’s Degree and 5 years of experience in managing supplier relationships OR 9 years of experience in managing supplier relationships.

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Computer Science, Information Technology and/or Health Care Management.
• Master’s in Business Administration or Health Care Management.
• Advanced education or certifications in Supplier Management, Health Care Management, etc.
• Prior experience in Information Technology, Health Care Management, Customer Service, Relationship Management, Government, Insurance, and/or Healthcare.
• Knowledgeable in quality methodologies; Lean and/or Six Sigma philosophies, tools, and techniques.
• Knowledge of Contract Financial Management practices including invoice tracking and budget analysis.
• Knowledge of procurement technologies.
• Knowledge of foundational IT systems, solutions, and capabilities.

Benefits:

Solving IT, a Woman and LGBTQ+ owned and operated organization is thrilled to provide a comprehensive benefit package to all our W2 employees and their families, regardless of gender. We are proud to offer five diverse health plan options as well as a PPO dental plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield, Term Life/AD&D Insurance, and a 401(k) Savings Plan. Solving IT covers a portion of the health and dental premiums for our employees.

As you progress in your professional journey, Solving IT is dedicated to accommodating your evolving preferences and matching you with fulfilling projects. We champion equality and embrace diversity in all its forms. Creating an atmosphere that encourages varied perspectives to collaborate fosters personal development, strengthens team unity, and contributes to the overall success of the organization!

Whether you’re seeking your next career challenge or aiming to stay abreast of industry trends, Solving IT is committed to supporting your career advancement. We actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and utilize the most up-to-date market insights and compensation data to ensure that you receive not just advice, but the complete Solving IT Experience.

Job Categories: LGBT. Job Types: Full-Time. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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