Manager, SC Contracting, Remote (NY, NJ & PA only)Req #:0000202007 Category:Purchasing/Materials Management Status:Full-Time Shift:Day Facility:RWJBarnabas Health Corporate Services Department:SC Contracting Salary:$91,472.00 - $129,294.00 per year Location: System Business Office, 2 Crescent Place, Oceanport, NJ 07757 Job Title: Manager Location: Barnabas Health Corp Department: SC Contracting Req#: 0000202007 Status: Full-Time Shift: Day Salary Range: $91,472.00 - $129,294.00 Annual Pay Transparency: The above reflects the anticipated salaried range for this position if hired to work. The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience. Job Overview: The IT Contract Manager plays a pivotal role in the negotiations, procurement and management of a wide variety of technology contracts, including software licensing agreements, hardware procurement, cloud services agreements, data protection agreements, IT professional services contracts, and technology maintenance and support contracts. The position will manage a portfolio of IT contracts: Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including IT, IT Security, Supply Chain, GPO and Legal to ensure alignment on contractual and legal matters: provide contract-related support and guidance to management, technology teams and business owns. Qualifications: Required: + Deep understanding of technology and software licensing to drive successful contract negotiations and management. + Education: Bachelor's degree in a work-related field/discipline from an accredited college or universityorFive (5) years of related work experience in IT Contract Administration, IT Project Management, IT Vendor Management or Purchasing, preferably in a healthcare provider setting + Computer skills: Microsoft Excel, Visio, Word, and PowerPoint Preferred: + Computer skills: PeopleSoft + Moving down in order of pertinence Scheduling Requirements (non-exempt positions remove when posting): + Hours, 9:00am - 5:00pm, 5 days per week + Remote work setting (from NJ, NY or PA only) Essential Functions: + Manage an IT contract portfolio based on category, facility or other and ensuring that portfolio contracts are current and producing value for the organization + Drives savings and value creation through the negotiation of pricing and other terms that enhance the business and clinical operations + Draft, evaluate, negotiate and execute IT Contractual and Pricing Agreements with Suppliers directly or through the GPO + Draft, evaluate, negotiate and execute Request for Proposals (RFPs) + Establish and maintain complex supplier relationships by serving as a single point of contact for contractual matters in order to provide contract resolution + Knowledge of IT and Supply Chain automated functions (preferably in PeopleSoft) as it relates to materials and contract management, project management + Knowledge of basic legal principles and commercial business terms + Knowledge of project management processes and systems in order to meet deadlines and achieve goals + Ability to develop, present, track and achieve long-range business plans and strategies + Ability to achieve goals that are focused on savings targets + Ability to be sensitive to the needs of customers through the practice of quality service principles + Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to persuade internal and external stakeholders Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. Additional Information: Benefits and Perks: At RWJBarnabas Health, our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Driven by our Total Wellbeing promise, our market-competitive offerings include comprehensive benefits and resources to support our employees physical, emotional, financial, personal, career, and community wellbeing. These benefits and resources include, but are not limited to: + Paid Time Off including Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Time + Retirement Plans + Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance + Dental and Vision Insurance + Disability and Life Insurance + Paid Parental Leave + Tuition Reimbursement + Student Loan Planning Support + Flexible Spending Accounts + Wellness Programs + Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance) + Community and Volunteer Opportunities + Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, and Verizon + .and more! Choosing RWJBarnabas Health! RWJBarnabas Health is the premier health care destination providing patient-centered, high-quality academic medicine in a compassionate and equitable manner, while delivering a best-in-class work experience to every member of the team. We honor and appreciate the privilege of creating and sustaining healthier communities, one person and one community at a time. As the leading academic health system in New Jersey, we advance innovative strategies in high-quality patient care, education, and research to address both the clinical and social determinants of health. RWJBarnabas Health aims to truly make a unique impact in local communities throughout New Jersey. From vastly improving the health of local residents to creating educational and career opportunities, this combination greatly benefits the state. We understand the growing and evolving needs of residents in New Jersey whether that be enhancing the coordination for treating complex health conditions or improving community health through local programs and education. RWJBarnabas Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer