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We`ll put you in the driver`s seat on vital projects that have strategic importance to our mission of helping people lead healthier livesYes, we share a mission that inspiresWe need your organizational talents and business discipline to help fuel oursIt`s the opportunity to do your life`s best work.(sm)
As the sourcing & procurement associate director (it), you will be challenged to lead strategic sourcing, procurement, and contracting efforts across the enterprise in a rapidly changing it software/services category primarily for business process applications (such as, virtual care technology, care coordination platforms, and financial software), plus other indirect technology spend commodities as assignedA successful candidate for this role will have superior experience with the end-to-end sourcing & procurement process, analytical and risk management skills, and exceptional relationship management and consultative skillsThe ideal candidate should be a self-starter, demonstrate the ability to lead and manage multiple projects and tasks, and successfully deliver on initiatives that will often have a broad and meaningful impact.
Primary responsibilities:
Develop, lead, and execute category management plans, competitive events, deal analysis, and complex negotiations for it software/services.
Support the end-to-end procurement process from sourcing through contracting, including pipeline management, in accordance with category strategy.
Review, develop, redline, and negotiate complex third-party vendor contracts, including master software as a service agreements (saas), statements of work (sows), orders, and amendments in cooperation with legal, internal stakeholders, and external business partners
Develop impactful service level agreements (slas) or key performance indicators (kpis) in alignment with enterprise standards, stakeholders requirements, and category strategy.
Rationalize suppliers within the it software/services categories to drive alignment of enterprise supply chain strategies with targeted technology vendors.
Develop strong working relationships with key internal stakeholders to support business objectives, revenue growth opportunities, supplier innovation, and expense reductions.
Support broader initiatives across the sourcing & procurement team to aid in execution of supplier performance management, inclusion & diversity, and sourcing processes.
Required qualifications:
Undergraduate degree, or equivalent experience.
3+ years of progressive experience in developing market-leading category management and sourcing strategies and leading complex strategic sourcing projects in cross-functional team environment.
3+ years of experience benchmarking, constructing, and negotiating complex master agreements and statements of work.
High impact individual with demonstrated ability to succeed in a high demand multi-tasking environment.
Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate through ambiguous situations using facts, alternatives identification, open-mindedness, thought-through strategy, and superior leadership.
Superior organizational, project management and communication (written and verbal) skills.
Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute plans when directed.
Ability to concisely articulate positions and garner support quickly from various levels of leadership.
Advanced analytical skills (effectively supports decisions on factual data and analysis) and problem solving skills
Advanced skill level in ms office products (ex: ms excel, word, outlook, powerpoint, and teams.)
If located near minnetonka, mn, you will be asked to perform this role in an office setting
Preferred qualifications:
Mba or jd
Cpsm, cpm or equivalent certification desirable
6+ years of experience within it software categories
5+ years of experience of negotiating technology complex deals, developing and leading rfx projects, including use of erfx tools or relevant sell -side negotiation experience.
Strong understanding of it software
Knowledge of e-procurement tools; previous experience utilizing procure-to-pay and contracting modules (or similar procurement systems).
Full covid-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this roleUnitedhealth group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination prior to employment to ensure compliance
Unitedhealth group requires all new hires and employees to report their covid-19 vaccination status.
Careers at unitedhealth groupWe have modest goals: improve the lives of othersChange the landscape of health care foreverLeave the world a better place than we found itSuch aspirations tend to attract a certain type of personCrazy talentedCompassionateDrivenTo these select few, we offer the global reach, resources and can-do culture of a fortune 5 companyWe provide an environment where you`re empowered to be your bestWe encourage you to take risksAnd we offer a world of rewards and benefits for performanceWe believe the most important is the opportunity to do your life`s best work.(sm)
Colorado residents only: the salary range for colorado residents is $94,500 to $171,700Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etcIn addition to your salary, unitedhealth group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)No matter where or when you begin a career with unitedhealth group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
*all telecommuters will be required to adhere to unitedhealth group’s telecommuter policy.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: unitedhealth group is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Unitedhealth group is a drug-free workplaceCandidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
Job keywords: technology, software, it, sourcing, procurement, supply chain, indirect, category manager, category management, commodity manager, contracting, contract, minneapolis, minnetonka, mn, work from home; remote; telecommute
