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Purpose & Scope: 

The Strategic Sourcing Specialist plays a critical role in advancing VHC Health’s supply chain performance through data-driven sourcing, procurement optimization, and financial analysis. Reporting to the Strategic Sourcing Manager, this position leverages advanced analytical and Excel-based modeling skills to evaluate spend patterns, identify cost-saving opportunities, and present data-driven recommendations to leadership. The Strategic Sourcing Specialist will work in concert with multiple departments across VHC Health to maximize value achieved through supplier contracts and relationships.

This role combines technical proficiency, strategic thinking, and business acumen to ensure a cost-effective, efficient, and transparent supply chain that contributes to operational excellence and high-quality patient care. The Specialist will independently manage large datasets, perform in-depth analyses, and develop executive-level reports that inform sourcing and procurement strategies across the organization.

Education: 

Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Data Analytics, or a related field is preferred.

Additional experience considered in lieu of education requirement: Three-Five (3-5) years Supply Chain Management.

Experience: 

Three-five (3-5) years of  Supply Chain Management, Procurement, or Data Analytics required.

Strong proficiency with ERP systems (Lawson, Workday, SAP, Oracle, or similar) is preferred. 

Demonstrated experience managing and analyzing large datasets to support sourcing or procurement decisions. Proven track record of using advanced Excel features (macros/VBA, pivot tables, Power Query, Power Pivot, advanced formulas) for analysis and reporting.

Certification/Licensure: 

CMRP Preferred.

Additional certifications such as Lean Six Sigma, Microsoft Excel Expert, or Data Analytics/BI tools (Power BI, Tableau) a plus.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

• Expert-level Excel proficiency including pivot tables, Power Query, VBA macros, and advanced data modeling.

• Strong analytical, quantitative, and problem-solving skills with the ability to synthesize large amounts of data.

• Ability to translate data into meaningful insights and actionable recommendations for leadership.

• Exceptional attention to detail, accuracy, and data integrity.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience presenting to executive audiences.

• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiation, cost analysis, and strategic sourcing.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to build strong relationships across departments.

• Self-starter with initiative, curiosity, and a drive for continuous improvement.

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to include the ability to negotiate and resolve conflicts and build teams.

• Demonstrated creativity and flexibility.

• Ability to operate in high-pressure situations.

• Excellent organizational skills.

• Demonstrated innovative approach to problem resolution.

• Ability to work collaboratively across VHC Health entities and disciplines.

• Demonstrated commitment to patient and family centered care.

• Effective analytical ability to develop and analyze options, recommend solutions to and solve complex problems and issues.

• Ability to function independently and deal with multiple, simultaneous projects.

• Ability to recognize personal strengths and weaknesses and develop goals for professional growth and achievement.

• Ability to demonstrate a commitment to quality and excellence.

• Ability to implement change in a positive, sensitive and forward-thinking manner.

• Planning and problem solving.

• Developing goals and objectives, and establishing priorities.

• Inspires confidence, appropriate risk taking and achievement of high standards.

• Positive, can-do attitude coupled with a sense of urgency.

• Good judgment and ability to act decisively at the right time.

• Ability to persuade others and develop consensus.

• Effective communication skills both in written and verbal presentation with a communication style that is open and foster trust, credibility and understanding.

• Ability to effect collaboration and promote teamwork.

• Ability to ensure a high level of customer satisfaction including employees, patients, visitors, faculty, referring physicians, and external stakeholders.