Strategic Sourcing & Contract Manager

The selected candidate must live and work from one of the New England states (ME, NH, VT, MA, RI, CT)

The Sourcing and Contract Managers oversee the sourcing of goods and services, including identifying suppliers, RFX sourcing events and the management of contracts within Supply Chain. This position involves negotiating contracts with suppliers, managing the entire contract lifecycle, mitigating risk, and ensuring compliance with relevant laws, regulations, and organizational policies. They also play a key role in spend management and analytics, identifying cost-saving opportunities and improving and optimizing operational efficiency. The Sourcing and Contract Managers build and maintain strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.

The Sourcing and Contract Manager II is responsible for working proactively and collaboratively with business leaders to align supply chain priorities with the goal of enabling clinical, research, operations and broader organizational priorities. The Sourcing and Contract Manager II is responsible for end-to-end procurement activities such as sourcing and contracting, value delivery including analysis, strategic sourcing strategy development, business planning, sourcing, contract review and negotiations, implementation and management of internal business partner relationships. The role includes the review, analysis and documentation of trends in spending, competition, market economics and other factors for strategic categories. These plans are critical elements of an effective and efficient Supply Chain organization in that they provide the foundation for opportunity identification and initiative prioritization, increase actively engaged spending, improve procurement and business efficiency, and result in expanded impact.

Located in Boston and the surrounding communities, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute is a leader in life changing breakthroughs in cancer research and patient care. We are united in our mission of conquering cancer, HIV/AIDS, and related diseases. We strive to create an inclusive, diverse, and equitable environment where we provide compassionate and comprehensive care to patients of all backgrounds, and design programs to promote public health particularly among high-risk and underserved populations. We conduct groundbreaking research that advances treatment, we educate tomorrow's physician/researchers, and we work with amazing partners, including other Harvard Medical School-affiliated hospitals.

• Responsible for strategy, negotiation, risk mitigation, and performance of complex, non-routine contracts. Ensure agreements reflect business needs and maintain compliance with organizational policies and risk management standards. Manages contract issues and collaborate with legal services and other business functions as needed.
• Identify, lead, and execute spend category and supply strategies that align with organizational goals, maximize supplier opportunities, and leverage cross-functional requirements. Collaborate with key business partners to prioritize initiatives that reduce total cost of ownership (TCO), mitigate supply chain risks, and support business priorities.
• Oversee the end-to-end supplier engagement process, including managing Requests for Information (RFI), Requests for Proposals (RFP), competitive bidding events, and supplier negotiations. Evaluate supplier proposals using both quantitative and qualitative methods to ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
• Periodically review and analyze the supply chain to ensure alignment with corporate responsibility goals, such as sustainability and diversity. Work with Group Purchasing Organizations (GPOs) and other partners to align supply strategies with broader category objectives.
• Implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency, ensure data accuracy, and maintain compliance. Leverage tools, applications, and process teams to streamline transactions, reduce administrative costs, and improve the overall customer experience.
• Continuously analyze market and industry data to ensure sourcing programs remain competitive throughout the agreement period. Provide periodic updates and progress reports to leadership, highlighting expected results and opportunities for improvement.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration across internal and external stakeholders to optimize opportunities and drive initiatives to completion. Delegate tasks appropriately, coordinate with impacted business functions, and represent organizational needs to ensure informed decision-making.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Contract Law, or related field required.
• 3 years of related experience in sourcing, negotiating, contracting, analysis, and/or project management experience required.
• Healthcare experience preferred.
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (C.P.S.M. or CMRP) preferred.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Strong sourcing, negotiating, contracting, analysis, and project management skills and ability to lead an area in implementing new supplier agreements/programs.
• Demonstrated advanced knowledge of corporate policies and procedures and expertise in contract law and acquisition regulations.
• Ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills.
• Systems: Microsoft Office proficiency specifically Excel and PowerPoint, familiarity with procurement systems including Peoplesoft, Workday, Workday Strategic Sourcing, RFX/Auctioning technology, GHX, Prodigo, ECRI, Dun and Bradstreet, etc.
• Strong problem solving, attention to detail, critical thinking, and analytical skills.
• Ability to be assertive, not aggressive-- and to influence in a positive manner.