Contract Specialist

Insight Global; Cleveland (OH); Hybrid; USD 62,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a Contract Specialist to support sourcing, procurement, and contract management initiatives for a leading healthcare organization. This individual will develop and execute contracting strategies, negotiate vendor agreements, and manage complex administrative, legal, operational, and financial aspects of the contract lifecycle.

The Contract Specialist will partner with sourcing leadership to drive cost savings, optimize supplier relationships, support public bid

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, finance, or related field.
• 2–3 years’ experience with clinical teams delivering efficiencies and financial performance.
• Experience building contract terms and SLAs with legal counsel.
• Knowledge of supply chain concepts incl. suppliers, distributors, and GPOs; inventory management.
• MS Office proficiency; MMIS and ERP familiarity.
• Ability to balance multiple projects and priorities.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Ability to build credibility and long-term relationships with business units.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to drive cost savings and supplier performance improvements.
• Lead contract negotiations and coordinate legal reviews to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including supplier performance, pricing compliance, and vendor relationship management.
• Support and lead sourcing events, RFPs, bid processes, and stakeholder collaboration across business units.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, including supplier outreach, onboarding, and engagement initiatives.
• Track sourcing performance, savings initiatives, contract compliance, and supplier metrics through reporting and analytics.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, public bid requirements, and organizational compliance standards.

Skills

Contract negotiation

Vendor management

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain/finance

Master’s degree

Tools

MS Office (Word/Excel/Outlook)

MMIS

ERP systems

Job description

• Fully onsite for first month or so for training
• After that, flexible hybrid/remote schedule - 1-2 days a week onsite

Pay Rate: $30-45/hr (flexible based on experience)

MUST HAVES:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Finance, or other related field
• 2–3 years of experience working with clinical teams that include creating business/operational efficiencies, improving productivity, and driving financial performance
• Core strength and experience in building contract terms and conditions, including business and service level agreements, in collaboration with legal counsel
• Knowledgeable in supply chain concepts, such as the functions of suppliers, distributors, and GPOs, as well as inventory management procedures
• Competent in MS Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Outlook; familiar with MMIS and ERP systems
• Ability to balance multiple projects and appropriately prioritize tasks
• Exhibits enhanced problem-solving skills and is detail-oriented
• Proven communication, negotiation, and influencing skills
• Ability to grasp new concepts and establish credibility efficiently while building long‑term relationships with business unit partners

PLUSSES:

• Master’s Degree
• Experience in a healthcare and/or government/public purchasing environment
• Exposure to supplier development initiatives, supplier engagement programs, or community‑based sourcing efforts is desirable.

Daily Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute sourcing strategies to drive cost savings, contract optimization, and supplier performance improvements.
• Lead contract negotiations, draft contract terms, and coordinate legal reviews to mitigate risk and ensure compliance.
• Manage the full contract lifecycle, including supplier performance, pricing compliance, and vendor relationship management.
• Support and lead sourcing events, RFPs, bid processes, and stakeholder collaboration across business units.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, including supplier outreach, onboarding, and engagement initiatives.
• Track sourcing performance, savings initiatives, contract compliance, and supplier metrics through reporting and analytics.
• Ensure adherence to procurement policies, public bid requirements, and organizational compliance standards.

Job Description:

Insight Global is looking for a Contract Specialist to support sourcing, procurement, and contract management initiatives for a leading healthcare organization. This individual will develop and execute contracting strategies, negotiate vendor agreements, and manage complex administrative, legal, operational, and financial aspects of the contract lifecycle. The Contract Specialist will partner with sourcing leadership to drive cost savings, optimize supplier relationships, support public bid requirements, and ensure compliance with organizational policies and best practices. Additionally, this role will provide analytical and operational support for sourcing events, supplier communications, and contract administration while contributing to supplier development and diversity initiatives