System Pharmacy Procurement Strategist Position Available In New York, New York

How you move is why we’re here. ® Now more than ever. Get back to what you need and love to do. The possibilities are endless… Now more than ever, our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent – candidates who align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunities for growth and success. If this describes you then let’s talk! HSS is consistently among the top-ranked hospitals for orthopedics and rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report. As a recipient of the Magnet Award for Nursing Excellence, HSS was the first hospital in New York City to receive the distinguished designation. Whether you are early in your career or an expert in your field, you will find HSS an innovative, supportive and inclusive environment. Working with colleagues who love what they do and are deeply committed to our Mission, you too can be part of our transformation across the enterprise. Emp Status Regular Full time Work Shift Day (United States of America) Compensation Range The base pay scale for this position is $83,000.00 – $126,875.00. In addition, this position will be eligible for additional benefits consistent with the role. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be determined based on various factors, including but not limited to: scope of role, level of experience, education, accomplishments, internal equity, budget, and subject to Fair Market Value evaluation. The hiring range listed is a good faith determination of potential compensation at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. What you will be doing At Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS), we recognize that delivering world-class care begins with operational excellence. We are seeking a highly experienced Strategic Sourcing Manager – Pharmacy to join our Supply Chain team. This role is responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies, managing key supplier relationships, and driving data-informed decision-making to support the growth and strategic direction of HSS.

Responsibilities:

Contract Development & Management:

Draft, review, and negotiate contracts that align with HSS business requirements. Ensure contracts include clearly defined specifications, performance expectations, and remedies for non-performance. Utilize Workday ERP and CLM systems to manage the contract lifecycle efficiently.

Supplier Relationship Management:

Manage and enhance key supplier relationships through structured quarterly business reviews. Recommend and implement supplier improvements to strengthen partnerships and optimize value delivery.

Sourcing & Market Strategy:

Define sourcing strategies that align with end-user needs and market dynamics. Lead RFx events to ensure best-value selection across Pharmacy categories. Conduct fair and thorough supplier evaluations to ensure alignment with HSS standards.

Data Analysis & Decision Support:

Analyze financial and qualitative data to derive insights and make strategic recommendations to leadership. Support investment planning, marketing initiatives, and key performance indicators (KPIs) with evidence-based analytics.

Project & Initiative Management:

Initiate and manage sourcing projects based on spend analysis, upcoming contract expirations, technology advancements, or value analysis opportunities. Support capital projects and process improvement efforts related to inventory and product utilization.

Strategic Leadership & Innovation:

Promote a data-driven culture that leverages analytics to inform sourcing decisions and operational strategies. Evaluate total financial value and risk associated with sourcing decisions and identify areas for growth and innovation. Provide leadership with actionable insights to support the department’s strategic goals.

Qualifications:

Education:

Bachelor’s degree in business, Finance, or Healthcare Administration required Master’s Degree preferred

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years of healthcare strategic sourcing experience with a focus in Pharmacy required

Required Skills and Competencies:

Demonstrated ability to influence decision-making across cross-functional teams Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Excellent verbal and written communication skills Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Technical Proficiency:

Proficient in ERP systems (Workday preferred) Advanced skills in Microsoft Excel and Access Working knowledge of MS Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project, and Adobe tools Non-Discrimination Policy Hospital for Special Surgery is committed to providing high quality care and skilled, compassionate, reliable service to our community in a safe and healing environment. Consistent with this commitment, Hospital for Special Surgery provides care, admits, and treats patients and provides all services without regard to age, race, color, creed, ethnicity, religion, national origin, culture, language, physical or mental disability, socioeconomic status, veteran or military status, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law or by accreditation standards. HSS is nationally ranked No. 1 in orthopedics (for the 15th year in a row) and No. 3 in rheumatology by U.S. News & World Report (2024-2025). Our guiding principles are helping us in our search for exceptional talent-candidates that align with our unique workplace culture and who want to maximize the abundant opportunity for growth and success. Not ready to apply? Click Introduce Yourself at the top of the screen to join our Talent Community.

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