Executive Director Contracting

We are seeking an Executive Director Contracting to join our team! This role defines and executes contracting strategies and ensures alignment among UPH affiliates as it relates to Supply Chain. Evaluates and negotiates contracts and agreements for the acquisition of equipment, services and supplies.

This position is open to remote/work from home with strong preference for candidates residing within the UPH geographies of Iowa, Illinois, & Wisconsin.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Commitment to our Team –We’ve been named aTop 150 Place to Work in Healthcare 2022 by Becker’s Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits – Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit us at UnityPoint.org/careers to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work. https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/

What are team member vaccine requirements?

As part of keeping our communities safe and healthy, all team members must be vaccinated for influenza and Tdap, provide proof of immunity to MMR and varicella, and be tested for tuberculosis.  New hires must submit proof of vaccination or an approved exemption to begin work. If you have questions, please contact a recruiter or ask at any time during the interview process. UPH strongly recommends that all team members receive the updated 2023-2024 COVID-19 vaccine, and at this time, UnityPoint Health – Meriter requires Covid-19 vaccination or an approved exemption.

• Defines and executes on a strategy to ensure efficiency in supply chain operations
• Ensures contracting strategies are aligned with the strategic direction of UPH and its various services lines.
• Aligns strategies with GPO and internal contracting resources
• Creates and presents business plans, statistics, and presentations for Executive Leadership as needed
• Consults with and provides counsel to all corporate entities to ensure alignment of various business units as it relates to supply chain.
• Monitors the departments’ success by evaluating key financial, budgetary, and other metrics related to supply chain effectiveness
• Determines, monitors and reports on the department’s budget.
• Provides information on forecasts, trends, or other conditions that may affect UPH affiliate operations or budget planning.

Education: 

• Master’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent field. Experience in excess of ten years purchasing supplies and services may be substituted for education

Experience: 

• Five years of purchasing supplies and equipment for a large medical facility, industrial facility or related industry.

Licenses/Certifications: 

• Valid driver’s license when driving any vehicle for work-related reasons.