Salt Lake City, Utah
Strategic Sourcing Manager Job Opening in Salt Lake City, Utah - At Cambia, we advocate for transforming the health care system. You aren?t satisfied with the status quo and neither are we. We're looking for individuals who are as passionate as we are about transforming the way people experience health care. We have an exciting opportunity in our Strategic Sourcing Department to support our Shared Services team with indirect strategic sourcing activities.
The main area of focus will be for category support in our Shared Services area consisting of real estate, finance, HR, and other related corporate services. The ideal candidate will possess the experience and skillset to work collaboratively with Cambia?s business leaders, drive sourcing events such as RFPs, supplier selection and supplier contracting, and assist leadership in understanding the marketplace and strengthening Cambia?s supplier portfolio.
The Strategic Sourcing Manager role will:
Develop complex category sourcing opportunity assessments and strategies based on changing market conditions for assigned supplier(s)
Be responsible for delivery of best-in-class strategic sourcing, contract management, and negotiation with regards to moderate-complex spend categories
Apply advanced sourcing methodology in negotiation planning and contract development
Maintain collaborative relationships with supplier(s) while effectively resolving supplier issues to ensure alignment with Cambia expectations
Build and own relationships with internal customers, ensure compliance, mitigate company risk and contribute to Cambia cost stewardship
Key qualifications and experience needed for success:
Bachelor?s degree in business, supply chain management or related field (MBA preferred) with 7 to 10 years of procurement/supply chain experience or related field or combination of education and experience
Proven ability to apply a wide range of sourcing and supplier performance management related skills and knowledge, including a solid understanding of and the ability to deploy a strategic sourcing methodology
Ability to utilize a multi-step strategic sourcing process with particular emphasis in the development of category strategies and RFx sourcing processes
Advanced competency in supplier negotiations with the ability to apply key procurement best practices
Competencies and knowledge in contract development, including key contracting principles, standard terms, laws/regulations, and industry standards
Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with all levels of the workforce, including senior leadership and executive management
Ability to facilitate large group meetings and presentations, with all levels of the workforce, including senior leadership and executive management
Strong change management skills, as well as the versatility in responding to change
Proven leadership track record in selling the value contribution of the department to the rest of the organization
Exceptional problem solving, strategic planning, critical thinking, and risk management skills
Ability to work in a team environment
Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize activities
Ability to facilitate, lead and influence decision making
Capable of successfully managing significant sourcing projects with limited management involvement
Knowledge of supply chain fundamentals
Certification in supply chain, contract management, procurement or project management a plus
We offer a competitive salary and a generous benefits package. We are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug and tobacco-free workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law. A drug screen and background check is required.
Cambia?s portfolio of companies spans health care information technology and software development; retail health care; health insurance plans that carry the Blue Cross and Blue Shield brands; pharmacy benefit management; life, disability, dental, vision and other lines of protection; alternative solutions to health care access; and free-standing health and wellness solutions.
We have a century of experience in developing and providing health solutions to serve our members. We had our beginnings in the logging communities of the Pacific Northwest as innovators in helping workers afford health care. That pioneering spirit has kept us at the forefront as we build new avenues to improve access to and quality of health care for the future.
Job Type: Full-time
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