Contract Manager

At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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Manages assigned contract portfolio including all management and administration activities associated with Children's contract management program. Plans and executes strategic negotiations in favor of Children's business needs, develops and oversees strategic sourcing of products and services within the assigned portfolio, and monitors contract compliance. Works directly with Children's leadership and maintains external vendor relationships intended to advance strategic sourcing arrangements.

Bachelor degree and four or more years of contract related experience
Exhibits guiding behaviors that reflect Children's values and support our mission and vision.
Advanced skills in planning, project management, analytics, and negotiating.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills necessary to successfully coordinate work with Children's leaders and staff, and vendors.
In-depth and up-to-date knowledge of purchasing, logistics, business management principles, and business math, including business case development, cash flow analysis and deal valuations.
Intermediate computer skills and knowledge of Windows based software, must include Outlook, Excel and Word experience with Access and PowerPoint experience.
Knowledge (education/experience) of contract workflow, terminology and contract editing/redlining practices is required.

Healthcare experience preferred.
Portfolio management experience is preferred.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

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