Contract Design Manager

Ascension; St. Louis (MO); Remote; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Pet insurance

Transportation benefits

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Contract Design professional to lead development of category negotiation strategies and manage end-to-end contract life cycles for healthcare supply chain programs.

You will synthesize market trend data, provide insights, engage stakeholders, and ensure contracts meet clinical and operational standards. Remote, full-time with annual bonus eligibility. Strong leadership and vendor relations required.

Job description

Responsibilities

This position resides under The Resource Group, an end-to-end supply chain partner to healthcare organizations across the United States, wholly-owned by Ascension. At The Resource Group, we build strong relationships with provider teams, working alongside them to improve supply chain operations and lower non-payroll expenses, all in support of delivering quality patient care. Responsibilities for this role can be found below:

• Lead the development of comprehensive category negotiation strategies and manage the end-to-end contract life cycle to ensure long-term alignment with organizational objectives and financial objectives.
• Oversee the synthesis of complex market trend data and research to provide expert guidance and actionable insights that drive innovative solution development and continuous strategy improvement.
• Facilitates communication of clinically or operationally relevant information such as related product recalls/alerts, benefits and educational opportunities, contract announcements and other communication strategies, while representing The Resource Group's core values in interactions with suppliers and participants.
• Facilitate the engagement of end-users and stakeholders to inform developed strategies and achieve consensus on contract awards, ensuring all contracts meet professional, clinical, and operational standards.
• Conduct regular reviews of contract performance in collaboration with onsite Integration teams or key stakeholders to maximize value delivery and proactively communicate clinically or operationally relevant information.
• Optimize team performance through strategic day-to-day management of associates including hiring, training and onboarding, professional development, and providing coaching and feedback as needed.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Remote
• Department: Contract Design
• Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time
• Eligible for an annual bonus incentive

How you’ll make an impact in this role

This position resides under The Resource Group, an end-to-end supply chain partner to healthcare organizations across the United States, wholly-owned by Ascension. At The Resource Group, we build strong relationships with provider teams, working alongside them to improve supply chain operations and lower non-payroll expenses, all in support of delivering quality patient care. Responsibilities for this role can be found below:

• Lead the development of comprehensive category negotiation strategies and manage the end-to-end contract life cycle to ensure long-term alignment with organizational objectives and financial objectives.
• Oversee the synthesis of complex market trend data and research to provide expert guidance and actionable insights that drive innovative solution development and continuous strategy improvement.
• Facilitates communication of clinically or operationally relevant information such as related product recalls/alerts, benefits and educational opportunities, contract announcements and other communication strategies, while representing The Resource Group's core values in interactions with suppliers and participants.
• Facilitate the engagement of end-users and stakeholders to inform developed strategies and achieve consensus on contract awards, ensuring all contracts meet professional, clinical, and operational standards.
• Conduct regular reviews of contract performance in collaboration with onsite Integration teams or key stakeholders to maximize value delivery and proactively communicate clinically or operationally relevant information.
• Optimize team performance through strategic day-to-day management of associates including hiring, training and onboarding, professional development, and providing coaching and feedback as needed.

Education

What minimum requirements you’ll need

• High School diploma equivalency with 3 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Bachelor's degree with 2 years of cumulative experience OR 7 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 3 years of leadership or management experience preferred.

Additional Preferences

• All Resource Group associates embody the following soft skills and attributes: Nice, Bright, High-Energy, Inclusive, Willing to Give Away Power, Inspired by Mission, Invigorated by Change. In addition, we like to see:
• A Bachelor's degree
• 3+ years of professional experience (healthcare supply chain, project management, or other relevant experience)

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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