Strategic Sourcing / Contract Management

Job#: 2091703 Job Description: Full-TimeOnsite in Tulsa, OK; relocation assistance offered, if needed Job Summary:The Strategic Sourcing Specialist supports sourcing activities and helps to develop cost-reduction opportunities for service lines. This role ensures optimal vendor value by monitoring performance and quality products and implements strategic sourcing strategies to lower costs and achieve benchmark pricing.Job Responsibilities:-Provides guidance to department management on priority items and overall sourcing plans and initiatives.-Assists in negotiating contracts that include both local and national purchasing agreements.-Manages and maintain strong end user and vendor relationships that include our Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) and distribution partners.-Evaluate operational conditions and processes to ensure any special terms or provisions applicable to the Strategic Sourcing Award Strategy are covered during negotiations or other procurement requests such as Request for X (RFx) documents.-Maintains measurable and quantifiable performance metrics for all contracting activities in their managed categories.-Research alternative supplier options to ensure supply chain resiliency is maintained.-Ensures all suppliers meet service benchmarks and performs periodic evaluations of supplier companies.-Works effectively with Legal Counsel to resolve and prevent any contractual concerns.-Decision Making: Independent judgment in making decisions involving non-routine problems under general supervision.-Working Relationships:-Works with internal and/or external customers via telephone or face to face interaction.-Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.-Works frequently with individuals at Director level or above.Required Skills & Experience:-Minimum two (2) years of experience in a procurement, negotiations and contract, analytics, or in a vendor/supplier management environment.-Knowledge in supply chain contracting strategies, strategic sourcing, spend analytics, benchmarking, RFx engagements, and achieving cost reductions across assigned product and services categories while maintaining or improving quality.-Basic knowledge of finances and economic sourcing, capital equipment, clinical products, and purchasing services.-Knowledge of contract lifecycle management, including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and executing agreements in accordance with established contracting policies and procedures.-Knowledge of day-to-day contracting activities such as renewals, modifications, price discrepancies, and supplier performance concerns.-Excellent interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills with the ability to maintain strong business relationships.-Strong analytical skills to enable sourcing/contracting decisions based on evaluation of previous data sources.-Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with competing deadlines.Required Education:-Bachelor’s degreeRequired Certifications & Licensure:-Certified Sourcing Professional (CSP)-Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)Preferred Certifications & Licensure:-Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)EEO EmployerApex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178. Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing? in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work? in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.

Created: 2025-10-10