SCO Supplier Diversity and Community Engagement Manager

$78,998 - $121,909/Yr

Intermountain Health - Oklahoma City, OK

Full-time - Mid Level

Oklahoma City, OK

Hospitals

About the position

The SCO Supplier Diversity & Community Relations Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and managing Intermountain Health's Supplier Diversity Program. This role involves collaborating with organizational leaders to connect diverse suppliers to procurement opportunities, measuring program performance, and serving as a liaison with community advocacy organizations. The position also focuses on enhancing customer relationships and increasing job volumes and revenue directed to SCO services.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement community and supplier diversity strategies aligned with Intermountain Health's goals.
• Identify and integrate diverse suppliers into the procurement process, ensuring they meet healthcare industry standards and regulations.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local and diverse suppliers, including minority-owned, women-owned, veteran-owned, LGBTQ-owned, and small businesses.
• Provide training and support to internal stakeholders on the importance of supplier diversity and how to effectively engage with diverse suppliers.
• Develop programs to mentor and support diverse suppliers in meeting the specific needs of the healthcare industry.
• Collaborate with community organizations and advocacy groups to enhance supplier diversity efforts.
• Analyze the impact of supplier diversity initiatives on cost savings, innovation, and overall value to the organization.
• Measure and report program performance and economic impact to leaders and key stakeholders.
• Work to integrate diverse suppliers in a way that drives cost efficiency and supports the organization's financial goals.
• Coordinate and plan local and diverse supplier summits.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree obtained through an accredited institution (Degree will be verified).
• Five years of experience in relevant industry (healthcare, supply chain, sales) experience along with certification(s) can be considered in lieu of a degree.
• Advanced knowledge of customer relationship management and sales.
• Experience developing reviews, improvement plans, and executing business plans.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute customer acquisition strategies.
• Demonstrated ability to use initiative, creativity, aptitude, and resilience in the workplace.
• Demonstrated experience collaborating with multiple stakeholders across diverse teams both internally and externally.

Nice-to-haves

• Master's degree in related field through an accredited institution (Degree will be verified).
• Additional relevant certifications or supply chain industry certification(s) such as APICS, CPIM, Lean Six Sigma.
• Experience in sales for a professional services organization.
• Three to five years of experience in relevant industry (healthcare, supply chain, marketing) experience along with certification(s).
• Must demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills to effectively establish and maintain successful relationships with all business partners/stakeholders, including senior leaders.
• Demonstrated leadership and partnership abilities within business communities.
• Must be a team player and effectively collaborate with others.
• Must possess strong analytical and organizational skills.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package covering a wide range of programs to foster wellness.
• Support for living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.