Job Overview The Contract Specialist - IT is responsible for developing, negotiating, and maintaining system-wide contracts for Information Technology supplies, commodities and/or related services for assigned areas. The Contract Specialist - IT is knowledgeable regarding the supplies and/or services utilized in assigned areas; provides reliable information regarding supply or service capabilities outlined in contracts; and assists in product sourcing and has an expert-level knowledge of the trends, capabilities and opportunities associated with the supplies or services on contract. This position is fully remote (open only to candidates of company approved US States). Ideal candidate is able to work 8:00 am - 5:00 pm central time Monday - Friday. Responsibilities Works with Fairview templates (NDA, MSA, SOW, etc.), develops negotiating strategies, identifies risk, and offers alternatives for management of such risk and business-oriented contract alternatives. After contracts are negotiated and executed, responsibility continues for ongoing contract management (to determine necessity for amendments or extension of contracts, compliance to contractual obligations, and/or termination) and administration. Works with IT and Supply Chain staff to maintain the repository for all IT contracts. Assists with contract analysis, research, and related contract review tasks Develops and maintains relationships with both the suppliers and with internal Fairview customers, i.e., department managers. Completes appropriate vendor/supplier performance reviews as needed. Assists in maintaining team standard documentation, participates in process improvements, and/or other projects. Consults with senior contract specialist IT or manager as needed. Required Qualifications Bachelor of Arts in business or related field and 4 years relevant work experience in contracting, or materials, or a purchasing function in IT, project management 1 year experience in contract negoations/contract life cycle or Juris Doctorate Preferred Qualifications Bachelor of Arts in business, law (J.D. etc), or related field plus continuing education credits in the materials management industry or healthcare 6 years of progressive experience with IT vendor and health care related product and services knowledge Information Technology contract experience or contract management related experience (Experience with SaaS, Cloud, Software, IT Professional Services etc) Relevant computer skills, interpersonal skills and leadership skills Benefit Overview Fairview offers a generous benefit package including but not limited to medical, dental, vision plans, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, PTO and Sick and Safe Time, tuition reimbursement, retirement, early access to earned wages, and more! Please follow this link for additional information: https://www.fairview.org/careers/benefits/noncontract Compensation Disclaimer The posted pay range is for a 40-hour workweek (1.0 FTE). The actual rate of pay offered within this range may depend on several factors, such as FTE, skills, knowledge, relevant education, experience, and market conditions. Additionally, our organization values pay equity and considers the internal equity of our team when making any offer. Hiring at the maximum of the range is not typical. If your role is eligible for a sign-on bonus, the bonus program that is approved and in place at the time of offer, is what will be honored. EEO Statement EEO/Vet/Disabled: All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status