Find your purpose as a Contract Specialist at CentraCare. Supports the Contracting & Value Analysis team in the management of all supply chain-related contracts. Tasks may include, but are not limited to, managing contract documents, providing Contract Portfolio Managers (CPM) with contract summaries that outline general terms and conditions for use in the CPM's financial analysis, and the data collection for supply chain analysis requests, which may require investigation and/or clarification with end users.
Schedule:
- Full-time | 80 hours every two weeks | Hybrid
- Day shift | Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
- Temporary through January 31, 2027
Pay and Benefits:
Starting pay begins at $24.21 per hour; exact wage determined by years of related experience
Pay range: $24.21- $36.35 per hour
Full-time benefits: Medical, dental, PTO, retirement, employee discounts and more!
Qualifications:
- Associate degree required OR a minimum of 5 years of relevant supply chain, contracting, or related business experience in lieu of degree; bachelor’s degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field preferred.
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in supply chain, contracting, or a related analytical or operational role required. Healthcare experience preferred.
- Desire to work in a fast-paced, highly accountable environment with aggressive targets.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with minimal direction.
Core Functions:
- Assist Contract Portfolio Managers through routine notification of upcoming expiring contracts.
- Gather appropriate data points utilizing various resources/databases to facilitate the Contract Portfolio Managers’ analysis of new supply chain analysis requests (SCARs).
- Develop, maintain, and continuously improve standard operating procedures related to the management of contract data within the contract management system.
- Maintain, support, and administer the contract management system, including communicating and/or training colleagues when changes are implemented.
- Provide limited assistance to Contracting and Value Analysis teams to compile information needed to conduct routine business reviews with suppliers.
- Collaborate with end users across the enterprise to achieve data integrity within supply chain analysis requests which will ensure the organization is able to attain optimal patient outcomes and maximum value.
- Uphold compliance with the Joint Commission and other regulatory requirements and internal policies, including but not limited to, code of conduct, vendor relations, and record retention.
- Identify and respond to customer needs, including working collaboratively with all physicians and staff.
- Demonstrate a growth mindset through a commitment to continuous improvement by identifying, pursuing, and collaborating with stakeholders on performance improvement priorities.
- Maintain awareness of and adherence to corporate compliance standards.
- Demonstrate follow through and effective problem-solving activities with staff, customers, physicians and other departments.
- Promote an environment conducive to positive and collaborative working relationships.
- Develop and maintain internal templates and website resources related to the Contracting & Value Analysis team.
CentraCare has made a commitment to diversity in its workforce. All individuals including, but not limited to, individuals with disabilities, are encouraged to apply. CentraCare is an EEO/AA employer.
Skills Required
- Associate degree OR minimum 5 years relevant supply chain, contracting, or related business experience (in lieu of degree)
- Minimum of 3 years relevant experience in supply chain, contracting, or related analytical/operational role
- Bachelor's degree in business, healthcare administration, or related field
- Healthcare experience
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal direction
- Willingness to work in a fast-paced, highly accountable environment with aggressive targets
What We Do
As an integrated, not-for-profit organization, CentraCare is working to improve the lives and wellbeing of those living in Central Minnesota. CentraCare provides care through hospitals located in St. Cloud, Long Prairie, Melrose, Monticello, Paynesville and Sauk Centre with more than 25 clinics and specialty centers throughout the region. Additionally, Carris Health, a wholly-owned subsidiary of CentraCare, is comprised of Rice Memorial Hospital in Willmar, Redwood Hospital in Redwood Falls and seven clinics in the Southwest and West Central region of the state. CentraCare – St. Cloud Hospital has been a Magnet-designated hospital since 2004 and repeatedly receives national recognition for its outstanding quality measures. CentraCare provides comprehensive primary through tertiary care, CentraCare also operates numerous specialty services, including the CentraCare Heart & Vascular Center, Coborn Cancer Center and the CentraCare Kidney Program. CentraCare serves all who seek care with compassion, dignity and respect, while seeking to enhance individual and community health. Mission: CentraCare Health works to improve the health of every patient, every day. Vision: CentraCare Health will be the leader in Minnesota for quality, safety, service and value. Core Values: •Patient Centered: Serving patients above all. •Integrity: Adhering to honest and ethical practices. •Collaboration: Working jointly with others to improve health and health care. •Compassion: Serving all who seek our care with kindness, dignity, and respect. •Stewardship: Ensuring responsible use of all resources to best serve our communities.
