Manager Central Link Services

The University of Kansas Health System; Kansas; On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Kansas Health System is seeking a Manager, Central Link Services at the Broadmoor Campus to lead the affiliate network and drive supply chain optimization across the system. You will engage affiliate executives, manage contracts, and realize cost savings through standardization and strategic purchasing.

Ideal candidates bring 6+ years in healthcare supply chain, strong analytical skills, and the ability to build executive-level relationships.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business Admin or related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 6 years in healthcare supply chain, operations, or strategic sourcing.
• Experience with IDN, health system, GPO, or healthcare services organizations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, growth, and execution of the affiliate network and its strategies.
• Identify opportunities for service expansion and strategic partnerships.
• Develop relationships with affiliate organizations to support growth and engagement.
• Serve as primary contact for spend management initiatives and program participation.
• Drive spend management savings through contract optimization and standardization.
• Oversee onboarding of new affiliates and regular business reviews with executives.

Skills

Healthcare supply chain

Spend analytics

Contract management

Executive communication

Education

Bachelor's in Supply Chain Management or Business Administration

6+ years healthcare supply chain experience

Tools

ERP systems

Spend analytics platforms

Microsoft Office

Job description

Position TitleManager Central Link ServicesBroadmoor CampusPosition Summary / Career Interest:The Manager of Central Link Services is responsible for leading the strategic growth and engagement, operational performance, and value realization of the Central Link Services affiliate network. This role serves as the primary liaison between the health system, affiliates, and supply chain stakeholders to drive supply chain optimization, cost savings, standardization, clinical integration, contract compliance, and value-based purchasing initiatives.The manager works collaboratively with affiliate executive leadership, clinical stakeholders, procurement teams, sourcing leaders, and group purchasing organizations (GPOs) to identify opportunities that improve quality, reduce total cost of care, and enhance operational effectiveness across the network.Responsibilities and Essential Job FunctionsResponsible for the development, growth and execution of affiliate network and its strategies that expand market presence and spend management value.Identify opportunities for service expansion, strategic partnerships, and enhanced member benefits.Develop and maintain strong relationships with affiliate organizations to support network growth, alignment, and engagement.Serve as the primary point of contact for affiliate spend management initiatives, performance reviews, and program participation.Lead regular business reviews with affiliate executives and operational leaders.Establishes member fees for current and prospective members and manages network revenue and expenses.Support onboarding and integration of new affiliate organizations into the network.Drive realization of spend management savings opportunities across affiliate members through contract optimization, standardization, and utilization management.Promote implementation of best practices related to clinical integration, procurement, inventory management, logistics, and supplier performance.Must be able to perform the professional, clinical and or technical competencies of the assigned unit or department.These statements are intended to describe the essential functions of the job and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Skills and duties may vary dependent upon your department or unit. Other duties may be assigned as required.Required Education and ExperienceBachelors Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field of study from an accredited college or university.6 or more years of experience in healthcare supply chain, healthcare operations, affiliate/member management, or strategic sourcing experience.6 or more years of experience working within an integrated delivery network (IDN), health system, GPO, healthcare consulting firm, or healthcare service organization.Preferred Education and ExperienceMaster's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration or a related field of study from an accredited college or university.6 or more years of demonstrated success leading cross-functional initiatives and driving measurable financial outcomes.Knowledge RequirementsDeep understanding of healthcare supply chain operations, strategic sourcing, contracting, and value analysis.Strong knowledge of healthcare affiliate networks, provider organizations, and value-based care principles.Advanced analytical and financial acumen with the ability to interpret complex data and translate findings into action.Excellent relationship management and executive communication skills.Strong project management and change management capabilities.Proficiency in ERP systems, spend analytics platforms, and Microsoft Office applications.Ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority.Time Type:Full timeJob Requisition ID:R-56184Important information for you to know as you apply:The health system is an equal employment opportunity employer. Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally-protected status. See also Diversity, Equity & Inclusion .The health system provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request reasonable accommodations for your disability as you navigate the recruitment process, please let our recruiters know by requesting an Accommodation Request form using this link [e-mail] .Employment with the health system is contingent upon, among other things, agreeing to the health-system-dispute-resolution-program.pdf and signing the agreement to the DRP.Need help finding the right job?We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Create a custom Job Alert by selecting criteria that suit your career interests.