WHY UT SOUTHWESTERN?
With over 75 years of excellence in Dallas-Fort Worth, Texas, UT Southwestern is committed to excellence, innovation, teamwork, and compassion. As a world-renowned medical and research center, we strive to provide the best possible care, resources, and benefits for our valued employees. Ranked as the number 1 hospital in Dallas-Fort Worth according to U.S. News & World Report, we invest in you with opportunities for career growth and development to align with your future goals. Our highly competitive benefits package offers healthcare, PTO and paid holidays, on-site childcare, wage, merit increases and so much more. We invite you to be a part of the UT Southwestern team where you'll discover a culture of teamwork, professionalism, and a rewarding career!
JOB SUMMARY
This position manages Sourcing and Contract Specialists who are responsible for various spend categories within the Supply Chain Management Department. This position leads their team and manages the complex and critical decisions, implementation, and service delivery for a given category and/or service line. Responsible to ensure strategic sourcing best practices in order to deliver savings and efficiencies to UTSW and its stakeholders. They are expected to coach the Sourcing and Contract Specialists to focus on streamlining processes, cost reduction, GPO/State contract optimization and increasing utilization of contracted products and services. They are responsible for driving results, meeting deliverables, and owning all stages of the Sourcing/RFP/Proposal/Contracting process as assigned. They will work collaboratively with other Supply Chain leaders to establish and maintain optimal Supply Chain processes. They will build and maintain relationships with other leaders across the UTSW business, and to create an environment that establishes Supply Chain management as a trusted advisor to departments.
BENEFITS
UT Southwestern is proud to offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. Our benefits are designed to support your overall wellbeing, and include:
- PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage
- 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay
- Paid Time Off, available day one
- Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS)
- Paid Parental Leave Benefit
- Wellness programs
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer
- Learn more about these and other UTSW employee benefits!
EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION
Required
- Education
Bachelor's Degree in related field
- Experience
5 years of progressive managerial experience leading purchasing, strategic sourcing and vendor performance functions.
Advanced degree (Master's, JD or PhD) in related field may be considered in lieu of experience.
- Licenses and Certifications
(CTCM) Certified TX Contracts Manager (3 attempts at the certification exam, first attempt only covered by UTSW) within 1-1/2 Yrs and
(CTCD) CERT TEXAS CONTRACT DEVELOPER (3 attempts at the certification exam, first attempt only covered by UTSW) within 1-1/2 Yrs
Preferred
- Experience
3 years of supervisory or lead experience strongly preferred.
Healthcare related experience
Proficiency with PeopleSoft, Jagger Sourcing Director, and TCM.
Completion of a leadership management program (such as UTSW Aspiring Leadership Program or Leadership Dallas) is a plus. May consider specialized training.
- Licenses and Certifications
(CPM) Certified Purchasing Manager within 1-1/2 Yrs or
(CPPO) CERT PUBLIC PURCHASING OFFICER within 1-1/2 Yrs or
(CTCD) CERT TEXAS CONTRACT DEVELOPER within 1-1/2 Yrs
JOB DUTIES
- Supervises assigned sourcing staff to ensure a quality service is provided to customers and is responsible for the coordination of day-to-day sourcing activities.
- Develops individuals and creates learning and growth opportunities.
- Provides input to succession planning.
- Under limited supervision, performs hiring and orientation of new staff.
- Develops and executes an onboarding plan for new employees.
- Responsible for training new staff including the continuing education and development of existing sourcing team members.
- Effective management of scouring timeline to reduce RFX lifecycle and portfolios while ensuring that all contract documents are readily assessable.
- Conducts regular performance reviews with each team member and provides coaching and guidance on subsequent sourcing methodology activities.
- Conducts oversight and evaluation of all governance checkpoints in the Sourcing Methodology and completes proper documentation of performance in regard to the Sourcing Methodology. Develops procurement strategies for the assigned subcategories.
- Assists with the development of risk-assessment and contract monitoring plans.
- Acts as an escalation point to assist in the RFX process when challenging situations arise.
- Supports the e-commerce strategy for assigned spend categories.
- Manages supplier relationships, ensuring that UTSW business needs are met. Establishes key performance metrics (KPIs) to measure supplier performance and lead supplier business reviews.
- Reviews contracts for terms, changes and/or enhancements. Interacts with legal on contract language and terms in accordance with UT Southwestern policies and procedures.
- Monitors contractors' compliance in accordance with contractual requirements to include insurance and HUB requirements.
- Exports, Filters, Categorizes, and Interprets volumes of data to identify opportunities resulting from data selections and recommend sourcing opportunities.
- Compile information and respond to internal and external audit requests.
- Setting up, maintaining, and completing tasks/activities in Sourcing Director platform
- Performs other duties as assigned.
SECURITY AND EEO STATEMENT
Security
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215, which authorizes UT Southwestern to obtain criminal history record information.
EEO Statement
UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination, including discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status.
University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement
Feb 24, 2025