Contract Administrator

$58,240 - $66,560/Yr

Global Healthcare It - Central LA, CA

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Central LA, CA

About the position

The Contract Administrator plays a crucial role in the procurement process within a healthcare environment, responsible for coordinating the purchase of commodities, equipment, services, and contracts. This position involves investigating alternatives, reviewing cost-effectiveness, soliciting bids, and negotiating with vendors to ensure compliance with internal policies and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the purchase of commodities, equipment, services, and contracts as assigned.
• Investigate alternatives and review cost-effectiveness of purchases.
• Solicit bids and negotiate with vendors to obtain the best value for money.
• Develop cooperative working relationships with Health System personnel and vendors.
• Expedite, verify orders, and resolve purchasing discrepancies.
• Prepare cost savings reports and other reports requiring business mathematics and Excel spreadsheet skills.

Requirements

• At least 3-5 years of procurement experience in a hospital environment.
• Bachelor's degree preferred, with courses in purchasing, business law, economics, or marketing.
• Two years of experience as a buyer in a healthcare facility or comparable experience.
• Strong interpersonal skills to develop relationships with various personnel and vendors.
• Ability to calculate discounts and prepare cost savings reports using business mathematics and Excel.
• Familiarity with computerized purchasing systems and basic keyboard skills (40-50 wpm).
• Extensive use of spreadsheet and database programs for maintaining purchasing databases and generating reports.

Nice-to-haves

• Strong experience in contract management and sourcing.
• ERP knowledge, particularly with Oracle Cloud.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance