At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers.

Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

As a key employee in the Procurement Division, this position is responsible for identifying, developing and executing sourcing strategies for the most cost effective pricing and best service for Professional Services including IT Professional Services / Consulting and IT Managed Services, IT Outsourcing. This role does not procure IT hardware and software. Responsible for building relationships with key executive stakeholders, managing escalations independently, understanding business pipeline and forecast and providing a strategic plan for streamlining vendors while becoming a subject matter expert for the appointed category. Training and mentoring junior team members and implementing the identified opportunities directly alongside senior management. Senior Advisor is responsible for participating in and supporting the design and implementation of all strategic sourcing activities (RFPs, RFIs, Market Scans, Category Management); participating in the strategic sourcing process by partnering with business stakeholders to define specifications and requirements, leading, conducting internal and external data & pricing analysis, and providing recommendations based on analysis. Advisor should be able to independently analyze Industry Markets and assess risk, gather intelligence on fundamental conditions, and technical Information that affects the category. Advisor will also be responsible for contract negotiations, pricing negotiations, contract compliance, vendor management, and stakeholder management. Advisors are expected to have excellent project management and time efficiency skills as they will be managing several sourcing projects and contracts at a given time along with multiple vendors and internal stakeholders. Advisor should be able to identify and develop cost reduction opportunities while maximizing benefit to the business. Advisor should be comfortable speaking and delivering presentations to internal business teams for RFx’s as well as having excellent business acumen. As an Advisor you will gain a vast knowledge of the inner workings and operations for one of the largest healthcare plans in North America. Successful candidates should have a strong desire of learning about the healthcare industry.

Required Job Qualifications: 

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years progressive experience in procurement, supplier management, category management
• Proficient at MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strategic and innovative thinker able to influence and advise the business areas
• Strong executive presence with outstanding interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
• Critical thinking, analytical skills and business acumen
• Conflict resolution skills
• Consistent thought leadership

Preferred Job Qualifications:

• Management or team supervisory experience
• Knowledge of e-Procurement systems and tools; experience utilizing Procure-to-Pay and Contracting modules or similar procurement systems
• MBA, Masters Degree.
• Knowledge of HCSC organization.
• Knowledge of Health Insurance industry

This is a Flex (Hybrid) role: 3 days in office; 2 days work from home.

Sponsorship is not available.

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Compensation: $100,000.00 - $180,700.00

Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location

HCSC Employment Statement:

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.

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