Sr Manager Analytics Consulting - Sourcing & Vendor Strategy

HCSC Group; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid FLEX policy

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) seeks a Senior Sourcing & Vendor Strategy Analytics Leader to guide a team delivering data‑driven insights across spend, contracts, and supplier performance. You will establish data governance, partner with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and stakeholders to drive cost optimization and risk mitigation.

This hybrid role requires strong leadership, stakeholder management, and advanced analytics skills, with exposure to Python, Power BI, and data quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Actuarial Science, Business Statistics, Accounting or Finance OR 4 years’ experience.
• 7 years’ experience interfacing with internal stakeholders and/or internal clients.
• 7 years’ experience requiring data analysis and information reporting relating to healthcare data.
• 4 years’ leadership experience, including 2 years in a management position.
• Experience with vendor contracts, key metadata, and the high‑level products and services procured by a large services organization.
• Demonstrated experience applying quantitative and qualitative standards, performance measures, and statistical methodologies.
• Negotiation, decision‑making, and analytical skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of analytics professionals supporting Strategic Sourcing, Contracting, and Vendor Management functions.
• Develop data‑driven visualizations and executive‑level insights.
• Establish data governance standards and accountability for procurement data assets.
• Collaborate with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and business stakeholders.

Skills

Stakeholder liaison

Data analysis

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication skills

Organization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Math, Actuarial Science, Business Statistics, Accounting or Finance OR 4 years’ experience

Tools

Access

Excel

Word

PowerPoint

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

This position leads a team of analytics professionals supporting Strategic Sourcing, Contracting, and Vendor Management functions. The role is responsible for developing actionable insights from spend, supplier, contract, market, and operational data to drive cost optimization, value creation, risk mitigation, operational insights and supplier performance improvements. As Sourcing & Vendor Strategy’s data steward, this leader will establish data ownership, governance standards, and accountability for procurement‑related data assets, ensuring consistency, quality, accessibility, and compliance across the department. The role partners with Procurement, Finance, Operations, and business stakeholders to develop data‑driven visualizations, deliver executive‑level insights, advance analytics capabilities, and enable informed decision‑making that maximizes vendor return on investment.

Please note: Candidates who require current or future visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, TN, OPT, CPT, or other employment‑based sponsorship) are not eligible for consideration for this position.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Actuarial Science, Business Statistics, Accounting or Finance OR 4 years’ experience.
• 7 years’ experience interfacing with internal stakeholders and/or internal clients.
• 7 years’ experience requiring data analysis and information reporting relating to healthcare data.
• 4 years’ leadership experience, including 2 years in a management position.
• Experience with vendor contracts, key metadata, and the high‑level products and services procured by a large services organization.
• Demonstrated experience applying quantitative and qualitative standards, performance measures, and statistical methodologies.
• Negotiation, decision‑making, and analytical skills.
• Verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills.
• Organizational skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent projects.
• PC proficiency to include Access, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

PREFERRED JOB REQUIREMENTS:

• 5 years’ experience interfacing with Procurement and/or Supply Chain professionals.
• Master’s Degree in Business Analytics or Information Management.
• Alteryx Certification (Essentials, Designer Core, or Designer Advanced).
• Ability to code in Python and Microsoft Visual Studio Code.
• Microsoft PowerBI Certification (PL-300 or DP-600).

This position is expected to adhere to HCSC’s hybrid FLEX policy of 3 days in office and 2 days WFH weekly.

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Pay Transparency Statement:

At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees. Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards. The compensation offered will vary depending on your job‑related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan. Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee's weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.

HCSC Employment Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are a drug‑free and smoke‑free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.

Base Pay Range $121,200.00 - $225,200.00 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

Join our talent community and receive the latest HCSC news, content, and be first in line for new job opportunities. Join our Talent Community. For more than 80 years, HCSC has been dedicated to expanding access to high‑quality, cost‑effective health care and equipping our members with information and tools to make the best health care decisions for themselves and their families. As an industry leader, HCSC also has been helping to make the health care system work better for all Americans. To remain a leader, we offer compelling careers that encourage resourcefulness, strategic thought and empower you to make a difference in the lives of our members and their communities. Today, with the industry at an important crossroad, HCSC is reimagining health care and looking for original thinkers who aren’t afraid to make innovative contributions. We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug‑free and smoke‑free workplace. Learn more about HCSC, our commitment to our members and the opportunity you’ll have to improve health care delivery in an open, collaborative environment.

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