You Belong Here.

At MultiCare, we strive to offer a true sense of belonging for all our employees. Across our health care network, you will find a dynamic range of meaningful careers, opportunities for growth, safe workplaces, and flexible schedules. We are connected by our mission - partnering and healing for a healthy future - and dedicated to the health and well-being of the communities we serve.

Purchase services experience would be preferred!

FTE: Full, Shift: Day, Schedule: M-F, 8-4

Position Summary

The Strategic Sourcing Manager utilizes data driven analysis to identify opportunities, develop and execute sourcing action plans and assist in optimizing sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiency and optimal outcomes. Whether identifying and resolving disputes or ensuring contract terms and service levels are being adhered to, the SSM contributes directly to achieving the best value for MultiCare.

Responsibilities

• Recommends the most appropriate and efficient method for formation of strategic sourcing initiatives/agreements for MultiCare from the analysis of institutional spend, end-user activity and the marketplace
• Negotiates strategic sourcing agreements and any changes in vendor contracts in accordance with MHS, state, and federal rules and regulations
• Negotiates with vendors/contractors to obtain maximum benefit to MHS from contracts
• Determines if recurring purchases are appropriate for strategic sourcing agreement/initiatives
• Determines if proposed contract changes and modifications are reasonable and in the best interest of MHS as well as complying with MHS, state, and federal rules and regulations
• Applies negotiation skills to resolve vendor disputes with an acceptable outcome for the parties per MHS, state, and federal rules and regulations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree, Master’s Degree preferred
• An AA degree with seven (7) years of health care experience to include direct management of supply chain contracts, developing, implementing, operating or maintaining analytics for contract processes and/or business support required
• Minimum five (5) years of experience to include direct management of supply chain contracts, developing, implementing, operating or maintaining analytics for contract processes and/or business support required
• Healthcare experience preferred
• Negotiations skills required

Why MultiCare?

• Rooted in the local community – Partnering with patients, families and neighbors across the Pacific Northwest for more than 140 years

• Growth and education – Competitive tuition assistance, award-winning residencies, fellowships and career development to invest in your future

• Well-being and support – Generous PTO, Code Lavender and Employee Assistance Programs to help you maintain balance and feel cared for at work and in life

• Living our values – Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other

• Belonging for all – Employee Resource Groups, inclusion initiatives and outreach programs support a workplace where every voice is valued

• Pacific Northwest lifestyle – Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life

Pay and Benefit Expectations

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $93,954.00 - $135,221.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.

Associated benefit information can be viewed here.