Summary
The Manager of Supplier/Supplier Oversight is responsible for managing and supporting critical supplier relationships. This role ensures that the supplier adheres to contractual obligations, deliver optimal performance, and complies with healthcare regulations. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, analytical, and communication skills to effectively manage supplier engagements across various departments and ensure alignment with the organization's strategic goals.
Duties
- Supplier/Vendor Management: Support BUs in their efforts for managing supplier relationships in alignment with organizational goals. Ensure supplier complies with healthcare regulations, organizational standards, and contractual obligations.
- Performance Monitoring and Improvement: Support BUs for monitoring supplier performance. Conduct regular performance reviews to ensure performance guarantees are met and identify areas for improvement. Work with BUs to implement corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance supplier performance.
- Risk Management: Identify and mitigate risks associated with supplier engagements. Develop and enforce risk management policies and procedures specific to the healthcare industry.
- Contract Management: Support BUs for monitoring contract terms. Manage contract renewals, amendments, and terminations.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including clinical, administrative, and operational teams, to understand business needs and objectives. Facilitate communication and collaboration between supplier and internal teams. Function as the primary escalation point of contact for supplier-related issues.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Healthcare Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.
Experience Requirements
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in supplier management, procurement, or a related area, preferably within the healthcare industry.
- Proven record of managing large-scale supplier relationships in a healthcare setting.
- Leadership and team management experience.
- Strategic thinking and ability to drive organizational change.
- Familiarity with procurement software and supplier management systems.
- Certification in supply chain management or procurement (e.g., CPM, CPSM) is a plus
GEHA is an Equal Opportunity Employer, which means we will not discriminate against any individual based on sex, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, age, military status, genetic information, veteran status, pregnancy, marital status, gender identity, and sexual orientation, as well as all other characteristics and qualities protected by federal, state, or local law. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
