Job Title: Contracts Specialist

Job Description

We are seeking a talented and experienced Contracts Specialist who will be responsible for negotiating service agreements, facilitating bid processes, and managing service contract renewals. The ideal candidate will provide consultative and liaison services to internal customers, ensuring that business terms are optimized and contractual needs are met.

ResponsibilitiesNegotiate service agreements using best practice guidelines.Consult with end-user departments to identify relevant business terms to optimize contracts and outcomes.Facilitate bid processes with supply chain coordinator and departments for any service contract renewals, including planning, scheduling, and document creation for all RFP-related activities.Manage renewal notices for all service contracts and ensure that department input is included during contract renewals or termination.Provide consultative and liaison services to internal customers, educating, informing, training, and assisting them with contractual needs.Essential SkillsBachelor's Degree required; preferably in Healthcare or Business Administration, or additional relevant experience may be substituted for formal education at the rate of two (2) years of experience for each year of missing education.Minimum of three (3) years' experience in contracting, purchasing, legal, or related field required.Prior supply chain or purchasing experience required.Knowledge of Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) analytical tools and contracts required.Knowledge of regulatory terms, HIPAA terminology, and general legal terms and conditions.Skilled in collecting, interpreting, communicating, and presenting information in a clear, concise manner.Ability to read contracts, understand legal terms, and redline a contract.Work Environment

You will work with the Contracts team, currently consisting of two Contracts Analysts, with one additional hire anticipated. This position is 100% remote, and equipment will be provided. The standard work hours are Monday through Friday, with flexible hours, typically from 8 AM to 4:30 PM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully remote position.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 25, 2025.

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\n \n About Aston Carter:\n

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

\n Diversity, Equity & Inclusion\n

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

\n Hiring diverse talent\n Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection\n Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes\n Ensuring growth opportunities for our people\n

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com for other accommodation options.

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