Vendor Management Coordinator — Hybrid, Contract & Oversight

Blue Shield of CA; Oakland (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Shield of CA is seeking an experienced Program Coordinator, Vendor Management to oversee contracting and oversight for Healthcare Quality and Affordability programs. You will support the team on projects and help establish best-in-class vendor management processes.

The role emphasizes strong communication, multi-initiative handling, and collaboration with senior leaders in a hybrid in-office setting, typically two days per week in the office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or GED with 4 years of additional relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
• Requires 3 years of prior relevant experience.
• Experience with vendor management, contracting and program management is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead vendor contracting and oversight for a portfolio of healthcare programs.
• Support the Partner Services vendor management team on key projects to establish best-in-class processes.
• Collaborate with leadership to drive continuous improvement in vendor management practices.

Skills

Vendor management

Contracting

Communication

Project management

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or GED

Job description

Blue Shield of CA is seeking an experienced Program Coordinator, Vendor Management to oversee contracting and oversight for Healthcare Quality and Affordability programs. You will support the team on projects and help establish best-in-class vendor management processes.

The role emphasizes strong communication, multi-initiative handling, and collaboration with senior leaders in a hybrid in-office setting, typically two days per week in the office.