Contract Manager, Research

Interprets, formulates, or oversees contracts for assigned area. Follows policies, procedures, methods, operating practices, and performance standards set forth by management. Facilitates effective implementation of contract responsibilities within program objectives and requirements. Reviews and assists in the resolution of issues affecting company compliance and ensures satisfaction of legal requirements, company, and customer objectives. Advises management of contractual rights and obligations and provides interpretation of terms and conditions.Essential Functions-Create, prepare, review and edit assigned contracts. -Provide advice and guidance to junior contracts team members. -Ensures that contract documents are accurate and appropriately maintained according to internal policies/procedures and compliance standards. -Identify savings, risk mitigation and operational efficiencies through the use and development of contracts. -Analyze contract performance, identify arears for improvement, and implement changes to enhance overall contract performance. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure contract terms align with company goals and strategies. -Seek opportunities to consolidate vendors, lower costs and improve operation efficiency.

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in finance, healthcare administration or related field of study required

• Equivalent experience may be accepted in lieu of degree
  

Experience

• 3+ years of strategic sourcing, commercial contracting or contract management in healthcare required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Possess strong interpersonal skills to optimally connect with staff at all levels of the organization.

• Ability to successfully negotiate and collaborate with others of different skill sets, backgrounds and levels within and external to the organization.

• Ability to quickly build trust and credibility with internal stakeholders, Leadership, and Vendors.

• Strong problem solving and negotiation skills.

• Ability to influence decision making in a highly collaborative environment by providing thoughtful recommendations.

• Ability to meet multiple deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Mass General Brigham Incorporated is an Equal Opportunity Employer. By embracing diverse skills, perspectives and ideas, we choose to lead. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, gender identity, disability, sexual orientation, military service, genetic information, and/or other status protected under law. We will ensure that all individuals with a disability are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Required

Preferred

Job Industries

• Other