Contract Administrator

Job Title: Contract Administrator

Work Location: West Hollywood, CA 90048

Duration: 13 weeks Contract

Working Hours: Day Shift (8:00 AM – 4:30 PM)

Salary Range: $38/hr – $40/hr

About Cogent Infotech

At Cogent Infotech, we believe in creating opportunities that empower individuals and transform organizations. With over 21 years of excellence in consulting and talent solutions, we pride ourselves on building inclusive workplaces and driving innovation in everything we do. Our diverse teams bring unique perspectives to help deliver cutting‑edge solutions to global clients across both public and private sectors.

Position Summary

The Contract Administrator / Category Manager is responsible for planning, developing, and managing all contract‑related activities and procurement processes for assigned product and service categories. This role drives sourcing strategies, vendor management, and category optimization initiatives to deliver measurable savings and operational excellence within the facility. The position partners with multiple stakeholders to ensure sourcing strategies align with institutional goals and supply assurance standards.

Description:

• Manage end-to-end procurement and sourcing activities across assigned categories.
• Collaborate with Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs), distributors, and internal stakeholders to optimize product portfolios, pricing, and sourcing strategies.
• Pull, analyze, and summarize purchase plans, benchmarking reports, and "what‑if" scenarios to propose best‑value solutions.
• Develop and execute category strategies that support long‑term organizational growth and cost savings.
• Build and maintain supplier relationships, evaluate vendor performance, and oversee quarterly business reviews (QBRs).
• Conduct spends and contract analysis, bid evaluations, negotiations, change orders, rebates, supplier consolidation, and contract closeouts.
• Use data‑driven insights to develop category management reports, performance metrics, and improvement plans.
• Identify and implement process improvement opportunities, including standardization and resource utilization initiatives.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with internal departments to align operational priorities and strategic sourcing goals.
• Maintain all contract documentation in accordance with compliance and sourcing standards.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Supply Chain Management, Operations, Business, Accounting, Procurement, or a related field.

Experience:

• 3–5 years of progressive experience in purchasing, contracting, and vendor negotiations in a complex or multi‑hospital environment.
• Strong knowledge of ERP systems (Oracle required) and contract/database management tools.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data analysis for benchmarking and reporting.
• Demonstrated ability in critical thinking, supplier negotiations, and working independently.
• Prior experience in a healthcare or hospital setting is must.

Skills and

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.
• Detail‑oriented with a strategic mindset.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines effectively.
• Familiarity with sourcing best practices and healthcare procurement standards.