Love Where You Work! Team Bronson is compassionate, resilient and strong. We are driven by Positivity which inspires us to be our best and to go above and beyond for our patients, for one another, and for our community. If you're ready for a rewarding new career, join Team Bronson and be part of the experience. Location BHG Bronson Healthcare Group Title Contract Specialist The Contract Specialist will demonstrate a wide degree of creativity & exercise considerable latitude in determining objectives and approaches to assignments. The Contract Specialist will also demonstrate the ability to manage and make decisions autonomously regarding contracting of a larger amount or of a more complex scope. Purchases materials and related services at the lowest total cost possible while complying with quality and service standards. Systematically, monitor and manage vendor performance on a regular basis, requiring the highest standards from vendors according to established vendor performance criteria. Contract Specialists must drive the unit based utilization committee process for assigned areas and provide value analysis and information reports. Oversees Supply Chain Coordinators activity related to contract compliance and provides contract information to assist in preparation of purchase orders. Demonstrates significant cost reductions through negotiations, contract implementation and process improvement. Manages various contracts such as GPO, products, & equipment. Considerable focus on service and maintenance contracts related to equipment and support systems. Employees providing direct patient care must demonstrate competencies specific to the population served. Bachelor degree in Business, Finance or Supply Chain or equivalent experience required. CMRP or CPSM certification or relevant supply chain certification preferred. Previous contracting or commensurate experience preferred. Must be proficient with the use of Purchasing/Materials Information Systems and Contract Information System, as well as spreadsheet and word processing application software necessary Must have excellent organizational, written and verbal communication skills Must possess sound math, analytical, and negotiation skills Must be knowledgeable of the type and nature of products provided and advances in healthcare science and technology Must have an aptitude for planning and maintaining purchasing control Should be flexible and willing to assume additional responsibility as necessary Should be able to demonstrate good business practices and sound judgment Must be able to analyze a situation and react or plan accordingly Demonstrate organizational skills including the ability to work independently, take initiative, and meet deadlines Demonstrate accountability and possess problem-solving skills Work which is constantly and exceptionally tiring mentally and/or visually. Conditions exist more than 90% of the work time. The job produces some physical demands. Typical of jobs that include regular walking, standing, stooping, bending, sitting, and some lifting of light weight objects. Capital Purchase/Contract Negotiations Materials/Expense Reduction Contract Development Management Value Analysis/Product Standardization Vendor Management/Consolidation Materials Utilization Programs Professional Growth & Development Conducts Product Research Shift First Shift Time Type Full time Scheduled Weekly Hours 40 Cost Center 1250 Purchasing (BHG) Agency Use Policy and Agency Submittal Disclaimer Bronson Healthcare Group and its affiliates ("Bronson") strictly prohibit the acceptance of unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third-party recruiting agencies ("Recruiters") in response to job postings or word of mouth. Unsolicited resumes sent to any employee of Bronson by Recruiters, without both a valid written agreement with Bronson and a direct written request from the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a specific job position, will be considered the property of Bronson. Furthermore, no fees will be owed or paid to Recruiters who submit resumes for unsolicited candidates, even if those candidates are hired. This policy applies regardless of whether the Recruiter has a pre-existing agreement with Bronson. Only candidates submitted through a specific written agreement with the Bronson Talent Acquisition Department for a named position are eligible for fee consideration.