What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Specialist position at Fairview Health Services?
Overview
The Contract Specialist shall beresponsible for developing, negotiating, managing and maintainingpurchased service contracts for assigned areas. Shall become knowledgeable regarding the services utilized in assigned areas; provides reliable information regarding supply or service capabilities outlined in contracts; assists in product sourcing and has an expert-level knowledge of trends, capabilities and opportunities associated with the supplies or services on contract. Shall work in collaboration with their manager to provide support in review and execution of contracts in the areas they are assigned. Shall assume an active role on Fairview user group committees, value analysis teams and / or process improvement teams in a support capacity.
Responsibilities Job Description
- The Contract Specialist shall develop, negotiate, review and maintain system-wide contracts within areas of responsibility.
- Manage supplier relationships to ensure performance to commitments and Fairview standards
- Contracting / analytical lead for system-wide Supply Chain project team(s) to promote standardization and cost reduction in areas of responsibility to achieve cost savings goals
- Leads or participates on multidisciplinary Process Improvement teams as Contracting expert to streamline processes related to Supply Chain contracting.
- Maintain accurate contract information in contract management system and GPO partner.
- Maintain accurate information in Rebate Tracker.
- Review / Approve Capital Requisitions in contract management system.
Qualifications
Required
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field
Experience
4 years of relevant contracting work experience or paralegal experience in a supply chain or a purchasing function in area of specialty; must have knowledge of services used in area of specialty, healthcare,
or related areas
License / Certification / Registration
n / a
Preferred
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Legal Studies or related field and continuing education credits in materials management / supply chain or healthcare
Experience
8 years of progressive contracting work experience, paralegal experience or same experience from another healthcare provider with comprehensive vendor and services knowledge in healthcare or related areas
License / Certification / Registration
Post-Bachelorette Certificate in Paralegal Studies
Additional Requirements (must be obtained or completed within a period of time) :
Valid driver’s license, relevant computer skills, interpersonal skills, leadership skills
