What are the responsibilities and job description for the Contract Manager-Med/Surg position at Med/Surg - Main Line Health Careers?
Position Summary
Contract Manager-Med/Surg at Main Line Health will be responsible for managing purchasing, contracting, and utilization to identify and implement cost‑reduction opportunities through contract optimization, product standardization, and alternative sourcing. Partners with physicians, clinical leaders, vendors, and Materiel Management to support value‑based purchasing initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor purchasing and utilization trends to drive cost savings.
- Negotiate contracts, bids, and RFPs; perform cost analysis for supplies and services.
- Manage assigned contract and GPO portfolio to achieve savings targets.
- Serve as liaison between vendors, physicians, clinical leaders, and Materiel Management.
- Coordinate product evaluation, vendor selection, implementation, and education.
- Chair the OR Value Analysis Committee; lead standardization initiatives and track savings.
- Resolve pricing discrepancies with vendors and Accounts Payable.
- Support PeopleSoft item master maintenance and system‑level committee participation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree or 10 years of hospital medical/surgical contract management experience (Master’s preferred)
- 5 years of hospital purchasing and contract management experience
- Strong spreadsheet and materials management systems experience
- Clinical hospital experience preferred
Why Join Main Line Health?
- Tuition Reimbursement: Up to $6,000 per year based on full‑time or part‑time status
- Paid Time Off: Up to 240 hours annually
- Free employee parking
- Employee discounts and comprehensive benefits
- Join a diverse, mission‑driven team dedicated to providing superior service and care
Additional Information
Salary : $77,958 - $120,806