Senior Contract Manager

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Responsibilities:

• Prepares, coordinates and manages contract negotiation process. Identifies and evaluates opportunities and financial terms for assigned contracts.
• Assesses potential legal risk in the context of contract provisions.
• Develops appropriate legal and financial contract language.
• Coordinates legal review.
• Prepares responses, letters of agreement and key contract provisions.
• Prepares and implements strategies for business growth.
• Identifies and targets specific areas for development.
• Initiates and develops relationships, tracks history and progress.
• Implements contracting strategy for 3rd party relationships.
• Principal contact for 3rd party suppliers, internal clients, and 3rd party suppliers in development and review of proposed agreements.
• Review contractual performance of both parties to ensure compliance with terms and to identify conflicts or changes requiring resolution at contract renewal
• Develops methodology and review models that consistently and objectively evaluate the financial impact of proposals. Updates methodologies as contract issues change.
• Prepares responses to Request for Proposals (RFP) as required.
• Proven negotiation and influencing skills
• Strong collaboration and partnering skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas in easy to understand business terms to senior leaders
• Other duties as assigned.

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare, finance, marketing or related field required.
• Master's Degree preferred.
• Working knowledge of contemporary healthcare policies, practices, operations, and reimbursement methodologies.
• Knowledge of physician practice management, hospital administration and operations.

Certifications:

• Certified Public Accountant (CPA) or Certified Management Accountant (CMA) preferred (for Finance related contracts).

Complexity of Work:

• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Ability to understand "big picture" issues and ability to apply sound judgment.

Work Experience:

• 5 years of experience in contract management required.
• Experience with key financial and non-financial contract terms, legal issues and contract analysis.
• Offset: High School Diploma / GED or equivalent and 9 years of related experience.

Physical Requirements:

• Manual dexterity to operate office equipment.
• Ability to lift and transport up to 25 pounds.
• May require extended periods of standing, walking or sitting.
• Good visual acuity through normal or corrected vision.
• May be required to drive personal vehicle to meetings, etc.

Personal Protective Equipment:

• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required for procedures.

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Keywords: Contract Management, Contract Review, Contract Analysis, RFP

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