Advance Care at Home Director, Strategic Sourcing

Kaiser Permanente; Oakland (CA); Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is looking for a professional to lead their sourcing management processes. This remote role involves strategic procurement, guiding data analysis, overseeing department operations, and implementing innovative sourcing strategies to optimize value and supplier relationships. The ideal candidate will be skilled in contract negotiations and collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in sourcing management and strategic procurement.
• Strong abilities in data gathering and analysis.
• Proven skills in negotiating contracts and managing supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Leads sourcing management processes and strategic procurement efforts.
• Oversees department operations and fosters collaboration across teams.
• Develops and implements sourcing strategies, including contract negotiations.

Skills

Sourcing strategies

Data analysis

Contract negotiations

Process improvements

Stakeholder management

Job description

Please Note: This is a remote role. Open to candidates in any KP location (CA, OR, WA, CO, GA, MD, VA, DC).

Job Summary:

Leads the sourcing management process by influencing the development of sourcing strategies across the organization. Supports strategic procurement by guiding data gathering and analysis. Coaches others in evaluating strategic options and creating sourcing strategies. Implements sourcing strategies through contract negotiations and awards. Promotes continuous improvement of sourcing processes by developing advanced strategies and solutions.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Prepares individuals for growth; builds internal networks; solicits and acts on performance feedback; drives collaboration; stays updated with industry trends; motivates teams; provides guidance on decisions; creates opportunities for expanded impact.


• Oversees department operations; manages work assignments; translates business strategy into requirements; ensures products/services meet expectations; gains cross-functional support; manages resources; removes obstacles; ensures team achievement of objectives.


• Supports sourcing process improvements by developing strategies for value optimization, maintaining supplier compliance, and fostering stakeholder partnerships.


• Supports procurement by monitoring trends, performing market analyses, and engaging teams to optimize sourcing strategies.


• Contributes to sourcing strategy definition by developing category profiles, savings plans, and forecasts; leading sourcing and governance processes.


• Contributes to sourcing strategy creation by developing evaluation strategies, fostering stakeholder relationships, and integrating analysis results.


• Supports sourcing strategy implementation by developing RFPs, coaching proposal analyses, negotiating contracts, reviewing awards, and planning implementation.