Manager, Contracts

University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences

Little Rock, US
Not specified (likely onsite based on context).
Clinical portfolio oversight
Contract lifecycle management
Vendor and gpo relationships
The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Manager of Contracts to lead the clinical portfolio of supply contracts, focusing on compliance and optimization while supporting patient care efforts. The ideal candidate will have a background in supply chain or healthcare, strong supervisory skills, and a strategic mindset for contract negotiation and management

Job Summary

  • The Clinical Contract Manager oversees the clinical portfolio of supply contracts, ensuring the effective management, optimization, and compliance of agreements that support patient care across the organization.
  • UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks including Health, Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave, Education discount, and Retirement matching.
  • This role ensures that all contracting activities and deliverables comply with Arkansas State Laws, DFA Policies, University of Arkansas System Policies, and UAMS policies, regulations, and procedures.

Matching Summary

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences is seeking a Manager of Contracts to lead the clinical portfolio of supply contracts, focusing on compliance and optimization while supporting patient care efforts. The ideal candidate will have a background in supply chain or healthcare, strong supervisory skills, and a strategic mindset for contract negotiation and management.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Clinical portfolio oversight
  • Contract lifecycle management
  • Vendor and GPO relationships
  • Compliance with state laws
  • Team supervision and development

Nice-to-have

  • Strategic thinking
  • Cost optimization focus
  • Collaborative environment
  • Data analytics utilization

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in related field
  • 4 years of experience in Supply Chain, Value Analysis, Nursing, Surgical Technologist, and/or Contracting
  • 2 years in direct supervisory experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe
  • Legal authority to work in the United States

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