University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center
Sourcing Specialist - Sourcing & Contract Management
University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center, Houston, Texas, United States, 77246
Mission
The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.
Summary
The primary purpose of the Sourcing Specialist position is to provide skilled assistance in the strategic sourcing of goods, equipment, or services. This role interacts with customers and stakeholders in identifying categories of spend optimal for strategic sourcing.
Key FunctionsAssists in contract negotiations, development of request for proposals, and implementation and administration of supplier contracts and agreements.Collaborates with suppliers, group purchasing organizations, and other higher education institutions to assess emerging spend aggregation opportunities.Monitors supply markets and conducts market intelligence, utilizing information obtained to develop comprehensive reports and presentations.Ensures continued compliance with all regulatory requirements, procurement guidelines, policies, and procedures both internally at MD Anderson.Works with suppliers to drive enabling technology solutions including eProcurement and electronic catalogs.Meets with customers routinely to proactively identify and leverage sourcing and contract value opportunities.Executes multiple complex analyses using financial models such as Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Lease vs. Buy, and Economic Value Models.Calculates and reports actual and projected sourcing savings by spend categories.Result-oriented, analytical, decisive, team and customer-oriented, strong communicator, and innovative.
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Science, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related field.
Required Experience:
Three years professional experience in contracting and/or materials management.
Preferred Experience:
Contracting and sourcing experience, strong analytical skills, excellent people skills, and strong communication abilities.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.
Additional InformationRequisition ID: 171415Employment Status: Full-TimeEmployee Status: RegularWork Week: DaysMinimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 75,000Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 94,000Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 113,000FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime payFund Type: HardWork Location: Remote (within Texas only)Pivotal Position: NoReferral Bonus Available?: NoRelocation Assistance Available?: NoScience Jobs: No
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The mission of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world through outstanding programs that integrate patient care, research and prevention, and through education for undergraduate and graduate students, trainees, professionals, employees and the public.
Summary
The primary purpose of the Sourcing Specialist position is to provide skilled assistance in the strategic sourcing of goods, equipment, or services. This role interacts with customers and stakeholders in identifying categories of spend optimal for strategic sourcing.
Key FunctionsAssists in contract negotiations, development of request for proposals, and implementation and administration of supplier contracts and agreements.Collaborates with suppliers, group purchasing organizations, and other higher education institutions to assess emerging spend aggregation opportunities.Monitors supply markets and conducts market intelligence, utilizing information obtained to develop comprehensive reports and presentations.Ensures continued compliance with all regulatory requirements, procurement guidelines, policies, and procedures both internally at MD Anderson.Works with suppliers to drive enabling technology solutions including eProcurement and electronic catalogs.Meets with customers routinely to proactively identify and leverage sourcing and contract value opportunities.Executes multiple complex analyses using financial models such as Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), Lease vs. Buy, and Economic Value Models.Calculates and reports actual and projected sourcing savings by spend categories.Result-oriented, analytical, decisive, team and customer-oriented, strong communicator, and innovative.
Required Education:
Bachelor's degree in Science, Healthcare Administration, Business Administration or related field.
Required Experience:
Three years professional experience in contracting and/or materials management.
Preferred Experience:
Contracting and sourcing experience, strong analytical skills, excellent people skills, and strong communication abilities.
It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law.
Additional InformationRequisition ID: 171415Employment Status: Full-TimeEmployee Status: RegularWork Week: DaysMinimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 75,000Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 94,000Maximum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 113,000FLSA: exempt and not eligible for overtime payFund Type: HardWork Location: Remote (within Texas only)Pivotal Position: NoReferral Bonus Available?: NoRelocation Assistance Available?: NoScience Jobs: No
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