Contract Specialist

The Contract Specialist/ Category Manager will support Supply Chain contracting activities, including preparing, reviewing, negotiating, redlining, executing, and maintaining supplier contracts. This role will work closely with suppliers and internal teams such as Legal, Finance, IT, Privacy, and Supply Chain to ensure contracts meet organizational and regulatory requirements. Responsibilities Draft, review, revise, and redline contracts for supplies and services. Manage contract negotiations, approvals, execution, and documentation. Support sourcing activities including RFPs, RFIs, RFQs, bids, and pricing agreements . Build and maintain relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders. Track contracts and approvals using sourcing/contract management systems, including Workday Strategic Sourcing . Maintain accurate contract records and provide status updates to leadership. Manage multiple priorities and ensure timely completion of contracting activities. Requirements 2+ years of sourcing and contracting experience , including contract negotiation. Experience with supplier/vendor management and sourcing activities. Strong knowledge of RFP/RFI/RFQ, contract review, redlining, and negotiations . Strong Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills. Excellent communication, organization, project management, and multitasking skills. Healthcare contracting/sourcing experience is preferred . Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred; equivalent experience may be considered. #J-18808-Ljbffr