Sourcing Manager- Harris County Office of the Purchasing Agent (Harris Health)

Sourcing Manager

The Harris County Office of the Purchasing Agent is seeking a Sourcing Manager to support procurement operations for Harris Health, the region's safety-net healthcare system. Harris Health is undergoing significant growth, including new facility construction and system modernization.

This role supports a fast-paced healthcare environment where procurement directly impacts clinical operations and patient care, requiring urgency, accuracy, and strong collaboration with departments and vendors.

Leads sourcing activities by conducting market research, developing procurement approaches, and partnering with departments to define requirements and deliver satisfactory procurement outcomes. Conducts negotiations informed by data analysis to achieve favorable pricing and contract terms, ensuring procurement outcomes aligned with Harris Health supply chain priorities.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead sourcing initiatives by assessing market conditions and developing procurement approaches aligned with organizational needs
• Partner with departments to define requirements and translate business needs into effective procurement solutions
• Support and participate in negotiations to achieve favorable pricing, contract terms, and service outcomes
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders, including Legal and Contract Management, to support contract execution
• Ensure compliance with Purchasing policies, regulatory requirements, and procurement best practices

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer If you need special services or accommodations, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io or email View email address on click.appcast.io. This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree and 1 year of relevant experience,

OR

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and 5 years of relevant procurement experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Strong market research and analytical skills to support sourcing activities

• Ability to collaborate with departments to define needs and align procurement outcomes

• Knowledge of sourcing methodologies

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data/analysis tools

• Strong communication and ability to manage priorities in a fast-paced environment

Note: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

• Experience in healthcare or public sector procurement

• Experience with Premier GPO and cooperative procurement programs

• Professional certifications (e.g., NIGP-CPP, CPSM, CPPO)

General Information

• Position Type and Typical Hours of Work: Monday - Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Occasional weekends, holidays, and overtime may be required based on the specific needs and demands of the department.

• Location: Harris Health Office Building - 4800 Fournace Place W516, Bellaire, TX 77401

• Compensation: Annual Salary Range: DOE

• Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards. Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.