Contracts Specialist

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Position Summary

The remote Contracts Specialist will play a crucial role in managing Proliance's contracting system and contractual agreements, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, and supporting various departments in contract-related matters and as needed. This role involves drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and finalizing contracts with vendors, healthcare providers, and educational institutions. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and fast learner with excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Start Date: 8/24 or 8/31

End Date: 12/31/26

**This is a temporary position**

Key Duties and Responsibilities

The key duties and responsibilities of the Contracts Specialist include, but are not limited to:

• Review and red line a variety of contracts to meet Proliance standards.
• As directed by the Contracts Manager, negotiate terms and conditions with vendors and other parties to achieve favorable outcomes for Proliance.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business needs and align contract terms accordingly.
• Maintain a centralized repository for all contracts and related documents.
• Track contract lifecycles, including renewals, amendments, and terminations.
• Advise stakeholders and Contract Manager of matters that would impact timely execution and renewal of contracts to avoid lapses in coverage or service.
• Identify and mitigate potential and actual contractual risks.
• Assist with resolving any contractual disputes or issues.
• Provide guidance, ongoing support, and troubleshooting to various departments/locations on contract-related matters and contract management system.
• Assist in the development and implementation of contract management system, necessary processes, policies, and procedures, system configuration, data migration, and process integration.
• Develop and facilitate training sessions for stakeholders on contract management system, processes, policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Generate reports on contract status, compliance, and performance metrics.
• Analyze contract data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
• Identify opportunities to streamline contract processes and enhance efficiency.
• Assist supply chain department, value-based department, and other departments as time permits and as needed.
• Participate in cross-functional team meetings to ensure alignment and integration of contract management processes across the organization.

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's Degree
• Healthcare experience preferred
• Contract management or legal experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with SharePoint preferred.
• Strong project management and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Skilled leader with a collaborative style who influences change and builds consensus.
• Compassion for colleagues and maintains collegiality in a high-performance culture.
• Uses excellent judgment to make well-informed decisions and minimize risk.
• Maintains focus on mission and core values.
• Listens with sensitivity and openness to feedback.
• Actively seeks and remains open to constructive feedback.
• Anticipates communication needs and provides proactive updates.
• Strong communicator who articulates ideas, thoughts, and questions clearly.
• Takes responsibility for customer/peer satisfaction, anticipating needs and providing exceptional service.
• Consistently demonstrates empathy and supports others' needs.
• Completes tasks efficiently, meeting or exceeding expectations.
• Anticipates and addresses potential problems before they arise.
• Sets high standards for personal performance and seeks continuous improvement.
• Demonstrates strong planning and project management skills.
• Anticipates and responds proactively in dynamic environments.
• Establishes and articulates strategic priorities and objectives.
• Passionate and proactive about solving problems and delivering superior results.
• Builds positive relationships with colleagues, customers, external stakeholders, and management.
• Organizes multiple projects and meets shifting priorities effectively.
• Adapts and responds well to a constantly changing environment.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

The work environment/physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by a teammate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable differently abled persons to perform the essential functions.