Sourcing Specialist

Pride Health; Edison (NJ); Hybrid; USD 48,216 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a Sourcing Specialist for a hybrid position in Edison, NJ. The role requires at least 5 years in contract review and negotiation, along with strong collaboration skills with legal and leadership teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for cost savings through strategic sourcing and contract management. A bachelor's degree and CMRP certification (within a year) are mandatory. The position offers competitive pay and flexibility in work location.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on Contract Review and Negotiation experience.
• Certification required at time of hire or within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Identifies cost savings through contract negotiation.
• Leads RFP process and supports supplier selection.
• Sources and negotiates contracts with suppliers.
• Ensures pricing accuracy and manages documentation.
• Tracks and reports cost savings by period.

Skills

Contract Review and Negotiation

Experience with Legal

Collaboration with Senior Leadership

Project Management

Time Management

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

CMRP Certification

Tools

Google tools

Job description

Overview

Job Title : Sourcing Specialist (Hybrid)

Duration : 12+ months

Location : Edison, NJ

Pay Rate : $35-$40/Hr.

Schedule Notes: Core Hours: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM. Hybrid - may be expected to report onsite as needed.

Hard Requirements (Must-Haves)

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on Contract Review and Negotiation (Direct experience required, exposure alone is not sufficient)
• Experience reviewing contracts and partnering with Legal
• Experience working with senior leadership such as VPs and key stakeholders
• Note - Certified Materials & Resource Professional (CMRP) Certification at hire or obtained within 12 months of hire

Job Description

• Identifies cost savings through contract negotiation with GPOs or vendors.
• Leads RFP process and supports departments through supplier selection.
• Sources and negotiates contracts with suppliers across product categories.
• Quickly identifies alternate suppliers in urgent situations.
• Engages with domestic/global suppliers to support supply chain goals.
• Meets with supplier reps; conducts quarterly reviews.
• Shares savings opportunities with Value Analysis and internal teams.
• Works with departments to implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Ensures pricing accuracy with Pricing/Data Integrity teams.
• Manages contract documentation with Legal and updates systems.
• Maintains pricing updates, renewals, and contract changes.
• Assists buyers in resolving pricing issues.
• Collaborates with Legal to ensure complete procurement terms.
• Participates in team reviews and supports workflow improvements.
• Tracks and reports cost savings by period.
• Uses Google tools to analyze supplier/category spend.
• Acts as liaison for procurement-related inquiries.
• Supports product branding initiatives.
• Performs other duties and adheres to HMH standards.

Skills

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.
• 5+ years of relevant experience.
• Travel within HMH as needed.
• Strong project management and time management skills.
• Adaptable to shifting priorities.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent. CRMP required at time of hire or within 12 months.