Senior Contract Manager - Medical Device

Description This position is incentive eligible. Introduction This position will work on-site at the HealthTrust corporate office in Nashville, TN. Do you seek career opportunities where your skills in contract management and negotiation can flourish? Join HealthTrust, a part of HCA Healthcare, the nation's leading provider of healthcare services. Benefits At HealthTrust, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package that values the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. Some of our offerings include: Comprehensive medical coverage, including behavioral health, telemedicine, and AirMed transportation. Additional dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, and various supplemental health protection plans. Free counseling services to support emotional, physical, and financial well-being. 401(k) Plan with competitive matching based on service years. Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discounts on HCA Healthcare stock. Family support services including fertility benefits and adoption assistance. Consumer discounts, education assistance, and a colleague recognition program. Generous Time Away From Work Program including paid leave, disability coverage, and more. Employee Health Assistance Fund providing free coverage based on income levels. Learn more about our Employee Benefits. Please note that eligibility may vary by location. Join our dedicated team where your expertise in creating positive patient interactions will be valued. If you possess a passion for ensuring the well-being of others, this opportunity is for you! Job Summary and Qualifications As the Senior Contract Manager, your role will focus on negotiating national agreements for our group purchasing organization in Surgical Medical Devices, specifically within Ortho & Spine. Negotiate top-tier national agreements aimed at securing best-in-class pricing and contract terms for surgical devices. Manage sourcing initiatives involving portfolios with annual spending of $100m-$200m, focusing on categories that present low to medium complexity and risk. Responsible for overseeing the sourcing process including market research, strategy development, RFI/RFP preparation, contract negotiations, and launching agreements. Present contract strategies and finalize award recommendations to internal stakeholders such as HealthTrust Senior Leaders and various functional team members. Validate strategies and present final awards to applicable customer-led Advisory Boards. Maintain supplier relationships and engage in business reviews while assessing new products and technologies. Build strong working relationships with customers through effective communication about contract processes and performance. Facilitate discussions with internal teams to align on resources and timelines for contracting initiatives. Communicate bid processes, negotiation statuses, and agreement concerns effectively with suppliers and internal teams. Interface with key supply chain executives and present to boards promoting contract commitments. Requirements Bachelor's Degree required in Supply Chain, Healthcare, Business, or Finance. A minimum of 3 years of experience in strategic sourcing and negotiating national agreements. Experience with Medical Device contracts (Ortho & Spine) is preferred. Healthcare supply chain background is highly valued. Ability to work onsite in Nashville, TN is required. HealthTrust collaborates with 1,800 hospitals and health systems to deliver effective spending management, cost savings, and performance enhancements. HCA Healthcare, recognized consistently as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies, is committed to charitable care and service excellence. If you are looking for a role that offers personal and professional growth, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Contract Manager - Medical Device position. Your application will be promptly reviewed, and highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Seize the opportunity and apply today! We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity in our workforce.