Sourcing Director - Excelerate (PPI- Orthopedics)

Overview In this role, you will provide leadership to manage and execute strategies for a customized contract and program portfolio that meets the unique needs of Excelerate Health Sourcing, LLC Members. The position contributes to all aspects of Excelerate’s Orthopedic/Neuro strategic sourcing processes, including opportunity identification, strategy, contract development, supplier partnerships, negotiations, documentation, and clinical packaging for implementation. Responsibilities Establish and maintain relationships with Cleveland Clinic staff, Excelerate members, and Vizient stakeholders. Establish and elevate strategic relationships with key suppliers in the Orthopedic/Surgical service lines. Collaborate with Cleveland Clinic to identify, prioritize, and execute on current and future variation and utilization opportunities. Develop and implement business processes to meet financial goals. Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of objectives and goals. Collaborate with internal stakeholders and leaders to execute on Excelerate’s performance goals and business objectives, and improve best practices. Provide leadership and consultation in identifying, analyzing, and managing innovative and complex cost savings and clinical variation strategies. Qualifications Relevant degree preferred. 7 or more years’ experience required. Strong negotiation skills and proven success in complex negotiations required. Experience in health care supply cost management and contracting preferred. Ability to coach and support others through leadership and collaborative partnership skills. Proven ability in operational planning. Experience in developing customized solutions for large complex organizations with suppliers using consultative skills. Ability to excel, lead, and influence in a matrix environment. Strong relationship building and strategic partnering skills. Willingness to travel. Compensation Estimated hiring range: $102,400.00 to $179,000.00. This position is also incentive eligible. Equal Opportunity Employer Females/Minorities/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. The Company is committed to equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants without regard to race, religion, color, gender identity, ethnicity, age, national origin, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status or any other category protected by applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr