Value Analysis Program Specialist

Corewell Health; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

On-demand pay program

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Identity theft protection

Retirement options

Job summary

Corewell Health is looking for a professional to manage Value Analysis in Grand Rapids. The role involves collaborating with clinical teams to optimize cost and product quality while ensuring access to appropriate supplies and equipment. A bachelor's degree and relevant experience in supply chain management or nursing are required.

Benefits include a comprehensive package, on-demand pay, and retirement options. The position offers a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday with 40 hours per week.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in supply chain management or as a clinical registered nurse.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement cost-saving strategies within clinical service lines.
• Coordinate cost-saving initiatives with sourcing specialists and financial analysts.
• Lead Value Analysis Team through product value identification.

Skills

Supply chain management

Clinical registered nurse experience

Project management

Education

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent

Job description

Job Summary

Value Analysis is a standardized process aimed at the review and management of clinical products used across an organization. Value Analysis is led from within supply chain by clinical individuals who partner with clinical teams and leaders from across the entire system (South, West, and East). The program is aimed at ensuring clinicians have appropriate supplies, implants, and instrumentation which support Corewell Health's commitment to clinical excellence while owning the cost of care.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement strategies to drive system standards, product quality and cost containment while reducing variation.
• Carry out value analysis processes that contribute to the management of supply expenses within the assigned clinical service lines.
• Participate in the value analysis process to provide high quality, efficient and cost effective products and services.
• Facilitate analysis of product or service selection, utilization, and costs supporting Value Analysis Team decision‑making.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate cost‑saving initiatives with Sourcing Specialists, financial analysts, and managers/directors.
• Within assigned service lines, manage Value Analysis Team (VAT) product request process and product trials.
• Support interdisciplinary teams to ensure smooth integration of new products and processes.
• Lead VAT team through identification of product value when considering efficacy, quality, safety, and cost.
• Handle in‑the‑moment product concerns (e.g., Joint Commission inquiries, product safety concerns, recalls/substitutions) and connect stakeholders with appropriate resources.
• Facilitate engagement of clinical stakeholders to ensure clinically‑led decision‑making, with consideration to the total cost of care.
• Coordinate, facilitate, prepare and execute VAT meetings within assigned service line(s).

Qualifications – Required

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Nursing.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in supply chain management or as a clinical registered nurse.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous project management experience.
• LIC‑Registered Nurse (RN) – STATE_MI State of Michigan upon hire.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals.
• On‑demand pay program powered by Payactiv.
• Discounts directory with deals on items such as restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more.
• Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance.
• Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings.
• Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status.

Location

SITE – Corewell Health Place – 100 Corewell Drive NW – Grand Rapids

Employment Details

• Department Name: Procurement Value Analysis – Corporate.
• Employment Type: Full time.
• Shift: Day (United States of America).
• Weekly Scheduled Hours: 40.
• Hours of Work: 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.
• Days Worked: Monday – Friday.
• Weekend Frequency: N/A.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug‑free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on‑site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief. An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work is vital to the health of our organization. We advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other.