Omaha Children's Hospital
Strategic Sourcing Analyst - Supply Chain
Omaha Children's Hospital, Omaha, Nebraska, us, 68197
At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve. Children's is committed to diversity and inclusion. We are an equal opportunity employer including veterans and people with disabilities.
A Brief Overview
Responsible for the review, analysis and procurement of all new and existing capital and noncapital items. Performs detailed coordination, communication and administration of the hospital GPO and local contracts. Maintains contract documentation and ensures compliance on the GPO/local contracts. Provides detailed cost analysis using data analytic tools to support Value Analysis with opportunities and cost reduction goals. Updates itemmaster in the MMIS system to ensure accurate pricing for all items. Works collaboratively with Finance to ensure proper pricing and payment of PO invoices. Develops and maintains a cooperative relationship with internal and external customers.
Essential Functions
Responsible for the daily review of all requisitions for processing into PO’s through the hospitals MMIS system for supplies, minor equipment, service, OR and capital items.
Updates item pricing as required in the MMIS database to ensure accurate pricing. Reconciles all pricing discrepancies on Purchase Orders through the review of all order confirmations.
Responsible for management of a portion of the GPO/ local CHMC contract portfolio to include: review, tier analysis, contract activation, communication, conversion/standardization analysis, MMIS impact in/ out stock analysis; start to end sourcing responsibilities.
Responsible for all records maintenance of contracts, related documentation, to ensure accurate tracking and compliance with regulatory agencies.
Maintains knowledge of current professional trends and clinical practice through participation in professional working relationships with vendors and hospital customers.
Works closely within the Value Analysis structure on clinical differences/ impacts for sourcing decisions, with VA/Purchasing Manager to ensure successful sourcing/contract/value add program optimization.
Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Required
Experience Qualifications
Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education Required and
Minimum 2 years experience in a clinical hospital environment required, preferably in a pediatric setting Required
Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the clinical needs unique to a pediatric healthcare setting.
Knowledge of systems, procedures, and related supplies involved in patient care.
Knowledge of computer applications necessary for data retrieval and analysis.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to proficiently manage projects and set priorities.
Ability to balance clinical knowledge and analytical skills in guiding objective decision making.
Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child!
Make a meaningful difference improving the lives of children!
At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve.
Requisition ID
: 21718
A Brief Overview
Responsible for the review, analysis and procurement of all new and existing capital and noncapital items. Performs detailed coordination, communication and administration of the hospital GPO and local contracts. Maintains contract documentation and ensures compliance on the GPO/local contracts. Provides detailed cost analysis using data analytic tools to support Value Analysis with opportunities and cost reduction goals. Updates itemmaster in the MMIS system to ensure accurate pricing for all items. Works collaboratively with Finance to ensure proper pricing and payment of PO invoices. Develops and maintains a cooperative relationship with internal and external customers.
Essential Functions
Responsible for the daily review of all requisitions for processing into PO’s through the hospitals MMIS system for supplies, minor equipment, service, OR and capital items.
Updates item pricing as required in the MMIS database to ensure accurate pricing. Reconciles all pricing discrepancies on Purchase Orders through the review of all order confirmations.
Responsible for management of a portion of the GPO/ local CHMC contract portfolio to include: review, tier analysis, contract activation, communication, conversion/standardization analysis, MMIS impact in/ out stock analysis; start to end sourcing responsibilities.
Responsible for all records maintenance of contracts, related documentation, to ensure accurate tracking and compliance with regulatory agencies.
Maintains knowledge of current professional trends and clinical practice through participation in professional working relationships with vendors and hospital customers.
Works closely within the Value Analysis structure on clinical differences/ impacts for sourcing decisions, with VA/Purchasing Manager to ensure successful sourcing/contract/value add program optimization.
Regular attendance at work is an essential function of the job.
Perform physical requirements as described in the Physical Requirements section
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university Required
Experience Qualifications
Equivalent work experience may be substituted for education Required and
Minimum 2 years experience in a clinical hospital environment required, preferably in a pediatric setting Required
Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of the clinical needs unique to a pediatric healthcare setting.
Knowledge of systems, procedures, and related supplies involved in patient care.
Knowledge of computer applications necessary for data retrieval and analysis.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
Ability to proficiently manage projects and set priorities.
Ability to balance clinical knowledge and analytical skills in guiding objective decision making.
Children’s is the very best for kids and the very best for your career! At Children’s, we put YOU first so together, we can improve the life of every child!
Make a meaningful difference improving the lives of children!
At Children’s, the region’s only full-service pediatric healthcare center, our people make us the very best for kids. Come cultivate your passion, purpose and professional development in an environment of excellence and inclusion, where team members are supported and deeply valued. Opportunities for career growth abound as we grow our services and spaces, including the cutting-edge Hubbard Center for Children. Join our highly engaged, caring team—and join us in providing brighter, healthier tomorrows for the children we serve.
Requisition ID
: 21718