Responsible for the process of contract negotiations with the Sourcing Analysts and vendor representatives. Conducts successful negotiations consistent with AHS policies leading to the most advantageous contract for AHS. Directs the efforts of the SSAs to prepare, coordinate and conduct the negotiations consistent with AHS policies and legal requirements. Principal Accountabilities: 1. Assists the Sourcing Analysts in continually developing greater products expertise while researching competitor products for critical elements of information which need to be included in the contract terms and conditions. 2. Anticipates the expiration of contract renewal process using reports and ASCS information to support the process and help with decision support. 3. Routinely audits current vendor contracts. 4. Responsible to ensure SSAs are reviewing contracts, pricing, and invoicing in accordance with their responsibilities. 5. Responsible for the selection of suppliers that can act as long-term partners and help the company meet its growth objectives. 6. Creates and maintains a Quarterly Business Review program for AHS's top 40 vendors. 7. Continuously meets short deadlines while maintaining technical quality of the results 8. Develops and implements long-term sourcing strategies (3�5 year plan). 9. Coordinate Quarterly Business Reviews with vendors and key stakeholders 10. Understands and operates in accordance with all regulatory and compliance agencies. 11. Analyzes industry trends and evolving technology to proactively identify supply base issues 12. Prepares presentations for management. 13. Prepares reports for managers and executives which assist in decision process. 14. Other related tasks as necessary. Education and Relevant Experience: 1. Bachelor's degree in supply chain or related field or an equivalent combination of experience and training 2. Minimum 5 years of direct management of Team Members, excellent excel and math skills. 3. Must have contracting experience, negotiation skills. ABOUT US At Atlantic Health System, our promise to our communities is; Anyone who enters one of our facilities, will receive the highest quality care delivered at the right time, at the right place, and at the right cost. This commitment is also echoed in the respect, development and opportunities we give to our more than 20,000 team members. Headquartered in Morristown, New Jersey, we are one of the leading non-profit health care systems in the nation. Our facilities and sites of care include: + Morristown Medical Center, Morristown, NJ + Overlook Medical Center, Summit, NJ + Newton Medical Center, Newton, NJ + Chilton Medical Center, Pompton Plains, NJ + Hackettstown Medical Center, Hackettstown, NJ + Goryeb Children's Hospital, Morristown, NJ + CentraState Healthcare System, Freehold, NJ + Atlantic Home Care and Hospice + Atlantic Mobile Health + Atlantic Rehabilitation We also have more than 900 community-based healthcare providers affiliated through Atlantic Medical Group. Atlantic Accountable Care Organization is one of the largest ACOs in the nation, and we are a member of AllSpire Health Partners. We have received awards and recognition for the services we have provided to our patients, team members and communities. Below are just a few of our accolades: + 100 Best Companies to Work For ® and FORTUNE® magazine for 15 years + Best Places to Work in Healthcare - Modern Healthcare + 150 Top Places to work in Healthcare - Becker's Healthcare + 100 Accountable Care Organizations to Know - Becker's Hospital Review + Best Employers for Workers over 50 - AARP + Gold-Level "Well Workplace": Wellness Council of America (WELCOA) + One of the 100 Best Workplaces for “Millennials” Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine + One of the 20 Best Workplaces in Health Care: Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE® magazine + Official Health Care Partner of the New York Jets + NJ Sustainable Business EEO STATEMENT Atlantic Health System, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity employer and federal contractor or subcontractor and therefore abides by applicable laws to protect applicants and employees from discrimination in hiring, promotion, discharge, pay, fringe benefits, job training, classification, referral, and other aspects of employment, on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), national origin, citizenship status, disability, age, genetics, or veteran status.