Remote Strategic Contracts Lead - Supply Chain

Good Samaritan Society; Minnesota; Hybrid; USD 59,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health, the nation’s largest rural health system, seeks a senior category management professional. You will identify strategic opportunities, lead complex negotiations, and drive cross-functional projects across clinical and business lines. A strong background in sourcing, contracts, and data-driven decision support is required.

The role emphasizes collaboration, process improvement, and adherence to regulatory requirements in a remote MN setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor degree in related field required.
• Master degree preferred.
• Five years of progressive sourcing and contract negotiation experience or equivalent in project management.
• Master's level acceptable with related experience.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and present strategic opportunities in category management.
• Lead contract and procurement negotiations across multiple business lines.
• Manage RFPs and translate data into actionable opportunities.
• Collaborate across Supply Chain functions to maximize value and performance.
• Ensure compliance with contracting laws and internal policies.

Skills

Systems thinking

Negotiation

Influence

Project management

Communication

Attention to detail

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office suite

Job description

Sanford Health, the nation’s largest rural health system, seeks a senior category management professional. You will identify strategic opportunities, lead complex negotiations, and drive cross-functional projects across clinical and business lines. A strong background in sourcing, contracts, and data-driven decision support is required.

The role emphasizes collaboration, process improvement, and adherence to regulatory requirements in a remote MN setting.