Director - Contracts & Utilization

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This job negotiates contracts, maintains high contract compliance, and manages supply utilization for their book of business. Drives cost redirection initiatives throughout the health system by serving as a project manager and consultant to clinical and non-clinical areas, drives organization-wide product change, and serves as an internal advocate of product standardization/utilization initiatives. Assists with coordinating new product introduction and overall product change initiatives on behalf of end users, manages towards procuring the highest quality, clinically appropriate items at the lowest total cost, and serves as a liaison and advisor to procurement leadership.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at the company's discretion.

Required
-Bachelor's degree.

Preferred
-Master’s degree.

Required - 10 years of experience in purchasing in healthcare Or 5 years of experience with a master’s degree

• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.

• Knowledge of MMIS systems and ability to manage a preprogrammed database.

• Ability to be self-directed and manage major projects with minimum supervision.

• Excellent organizational and time management skills and ability to exercise good judgment and handle difficult situations.

• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities and work a flexible schedule (e.g. 24/7, weekend, holiday, on call availability).

• Reviews current and existing contracts to identify contract expirations and coordinates with appropriate stakeholder(s) to determine contract renewal disposition.

• Manages communications and clinical literature research to support target actions.

• Supports company leadership and clinicians with the necessary product utilization, pricing, and quality data to allow them to purchase the most cost effective product available.

• Consults with users throughout the organization in identifying, analyzing, and facilitating implementation of non-salary expense cost reductions.

• Develops quantitative/qualitative analyses and methodologies for driving cost reduction efforts.

• Performs other related duties as required.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time.

Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state and local laws, accreditation standards or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations and standards.

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