Contract Specialist Req #: 0000180355
Category: Purchasing/Materials Management
Status: Full-Time
Shift: Day
Facility: RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services
Department: SC Contracting
Location: System Business Office, 2 Crescent Place, Oceanport, NJ 07757

Job Overview:

The Contract Specialist is responsible for providing a supportive role to the Contracting Team. Individual will possess knowledge and experience in vendor negotiations, contract development, skills to implement contracting principles for purchasing equipment, supplies and services. Demonstrate strong analytical, expense reduction, problem solving and customer service skills in a complex multi-facility supply chain environment. Be highly organized, detail orientated and be able to assist / handle multiple projects with aggressive deadlines appropriately. Individual must be able to source products, equipment, and services through both the Group Purchasing Organization and from the market, coordinate evaluation of options with key stakeholders, and create effective contracts that drive value for the organization.

Qualifications:

Required:

An Associate Degree or a minimum of two (2) years of experience in Supply Chain / Contract ManagementFive (5) years of related work experience in Contract Administration, Vendor Management or Purchasing, preferably in a healthcare provider settingComputer skills: PeopleSoft preferred, Microsoft Excel, Visio, Word, and PowerPoint

Essential Functions:

Ensures the adherence of established purchasing policies and procedures by all departmentsProvide exemplary acquisition and contract management support, and other related workload requirements associated with the acquisition and administration of awarded contracts. Develops and maintains systems to measure progress and report on outcomesEstablish and maintain complex supplier relationships by serving as a single point of contact for contractual matters in order to provide contract resolutionKnowledge of Supply Chain automated functions (preferably in PeopleSoft) as it relates to materials and contract management, project managementKnowledge of basic legal principles and commercial business termsKnowledge of project management processes and systems in order to meet deadlines and achieve goalsAbility to develop, present, track and achieve Departmental and Organizational GoalsAbility to be sensitive to the needs of customers through the practice of quality service principlesAbility to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to persuade internal and external stakeholdersAbility to incorporate appropriate terms and conditions into final contract documentation, ensuring adherence and compliance to all contractual, financial, local and regulatory specifications or requirements Adheres to HIPAA and BAA requirements,

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks:

At RWJBarnabas Health, our market-competitive Total Rewards package provides comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, social, and financial health.

Paid Time Off (PTO)Medical and Prescription Drug InsuranceDental and Vision InsuranceRetirement PlansShort & Long Term DisabilityLife & Accidental Death InsuranceTuition ReimbursementHealth Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending AccountsWellness ProgramsVoluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more!

Choosing RWJBarnabas Health!

RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health.

RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education.

RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer