Strategic Sourcing & Cost Optimization Analyst

Atrium Health; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Procurement Analyst to support enterprise sourcing across assigned categories. This role focuses on strategy, supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting while collaborating with IT, data security, and clinical teams to ensure best value and contract coverage.

The ideal candidate brings healthcare procurement experience, strong data analysis, and effective communication with senior leaders to drive cost savings and quality improvements across the

Qualifications

• Knowledge in system-wide purchasing strategies, processes, and centralized model.
• Successful contract negotiation skills and ability to administer complex contracts.
• Strong knowledge of inventory management and related accounting processes.
• Experience with large-scale automated procurement systems.
• Excellent communication with senior administrators, department leaders, physicians, vendors, and clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Strategy Development: support sourcing strategies, analyze market fundamentals, price benchmarks, and cost drivers to maximize value.
• Sourcing Process Management: assist end-to-end sourcing including supplier identification, qualification, negotiation, and contracting.
• Cost Optimization: analyze utilization and pricing to drive cost savings and standardization.
• Supplier Relationship Management: monitor supplier performance and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve issues.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: work with sourcing leaders to align needs and priorities.
• Clinical Integration: support value-based programs and education for adoption across the enterprise.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: produce metrics and insights to show impact on cost, quality, and patient outcomes.

Skills

Strategic sourcing

Contract negotiation

Inventory management

Data analysis

Communication

Healthcare procurement

Policy compliance

Contract law knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Business or related field

Job description

Atrium Health in Charlotte, NC is seeking a Procurement Analyst to support enterprise sourcing across assigned categories. This role focuses on strategy, supplier selection, negotiation, and contracting while collaborating with IT, data security, and clinical teams to ensure best value and contract coverage.

The ideal candidate brings healthcare procurement experience, strong data analysis, and effective communication with senior leaders to drive cost savings and quality improvements across the