Manager Supply Chain Contracts - Paralegal

The Manager of Non-Clinical Contracting is responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of non-clinical contract development, negotiation, execution, and compliance across the organization. This role supports various internal departments (e.g., IT, HR, Facilities, Marketing, Finance, and Administrative Services) by ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of goods and services while mitigating risk and ensuring adherence to organizational policies and applicable laws and regulations.

Key Responsibilities
• Managers the end-to-end contracting process for non-clinical goods and services, including RFP development, vendor evaluation, negotiation, execution, and renewal.
• Collaborate with legal, compliance, finance, and operational teams to ensure contracts meet organizational, regulatory, and risk management standards.
• Develop and maintain relationships with key non-clinical vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Monitor and ensure compliance with contract terms, service level agreements (SLAs), and performance metrics.
• Manage a portfolio of contracts across multiple service lines, including IT services, staffing, office supplies, consulting, marketing, and facility services.
• Track key contract dates and obligations, including expirations, renewals, and performance reviews.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvement, and contract optimization.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of contracting professionals (if applicable).
• Maintain accurate contract records and data in the contract management system.
• Ensure compliance with organizational procurement policies and support internal audits

Education:
• Bachelor’s Degree Preferred. HS Diploma or GED required
• Paralegal Certification

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 Years -Healthcare Contracting Experience
• Management experience
• Strong understanding of contract law, terms and conditions, and vendor risk management.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and contract lifecycle management (CLM) software (e.g., Icertis, Coupa, Ariba).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership and team collaboration abilities.