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TAG - The Aspen Group · 21 hours ago

Senior Category Manager, Professional Services

Chicago, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$143K/yr - $168K/yr

7+ years exp

TAG - The Aspen Group is one of the largest retail healthcare business support organizations in the U.S., dedicated to improving healthcare experiences. They are seeking a Senior Category Manager for Professional Services to oversee sourcing activities related to HR Benefits, Healthcare Revenue Cycle Management, and Financial Services, ensuring compliance with procurement policies and driving optimal value in purchasing.

CosmeticsDentalHealth CareWellness

Hiring Manager

Gabriella Longden

Responsibilities

Align and collaborate with business executives of functional areas to understand business strategy and develop strategic sourcing strategies to drive optimal value in the purchase of goods and services

Lead and support contract negotiations with key suppliers to improve cost, quality, delivery, diversity, and safety in the supply base

Lead and coach internal business partners and team members on the sourcing process. Sourcing Process includes gathering requirements, market analysis, identifying sources, RF(x) management, proposal evaluation, negotiations, contract creation, contract management, spend analysis, and long-term category planning

Lead cross-functional teams comprised of business managers, legal, risk management, information security, and other impacted organizations to coordinate company sourcing activities. The candidate will need to build and analyze financial models to evaluate proposal scenarios and present recommendations in a clear and concise format

Provide regular communication to Business and Supply Chain leadership on project status, contract renewals, category performance, and various initiatives

Qualification

Contract negotiationStrategic sourcingSupply chain managementFinancial modelingE-Sourcing platformsProject managementCustomer serviceTeam buildingAnalytical skillsMS Office proficiencyProcurement strategyLean Six-SigmaLeadership skillsCommunication skillsDocumentation skills

Required

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Accounting or Engineering

Solid background in supply chain management, procurement, or project management with an emphasis on strategic sourcing with 7+ years of related experience

Demonstrated experience sourcing materials and services for major projects in a fast paced environment

Must have a thorough understanding of contracting principles and contract structure, with competencies in the areas of facilities, construction and related areas

Must have strong leadership and team building skills to integrate and motivate people from different organizations to work together in achieving process objectives and project goals

Must be adept at communicating with vendors and internal business partners to establish and maintain credibility for the sourcing function, while increasing service to our internal business partners - improving the quality and performance levels of the supply base to achieve the lowest total cost to the Company

Skilled in negotiating, renegotiating, and administering contracts with suppliers and vendors such that the best interest of the Company is paramount

Must be capable and experienced in negotiating large scale, enterprise-wide supplier agreements

Ability to develop, coordinate and control multiple process and or projects, achieving on-time contracting services to satisfy the operating requirements of the Company

Ability to create and maintain documentation, in adherence with policy, to meet internal and external audit requirements

Demonstrates excellent oral communication skills to convey technical information to both internal and external sources, including non-technical audiences

Must have excellent written communication skills to effectively and accurately convey detailed and complex information regarding contract specifications, policies and procedures to consultants/contractors and internal clients

Must have experience in effectively establishing procurement strategy and decision criteria and in bringing decisions to closure while demonstrating business acumen and good judgment

Computer skills should include proficiency in MS Office including: Word, Excel and Power Point

Must be able to maintain a high level of customer service in a work environment of numerous competing demands

Able to comfortably interface with all levels of Management, inside & outside the organization

Preferred

MBA or equivalent background is preferred

Professional purchasing certification or Lean Six-Sigma is desirable

Benefits

Paid time off

Health

Dental

Vision

401(k) savings plan with match

Company

TAG - The Aspen Group

When we launched Aspen Dental, we set out to break down the barriers that made it hard for patients to keep up with their dental health — affordability, transparency, and access.

Founded in 1998

Chicago, Illinois, USA

10001+ employees