Strategic Contract Manager Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and work to improve health outcomes. They advance our mission and exemplify excellence, compassion, teamwork and purpose in all that they do. Indiana University Health is seeking individuals who embody these values to join our Strategic Sourcing team in the role of Contract Manager. This position is full time, Monday - Friday with a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week in office at our Integrated Service Center located in Plainfield, Indiana. 

The Contract Manager plays a key role in supporting IU Health's supply chain strategy by partnering with sourcing leaders, suppliers, legal, and finance teams to review, negotiate, and execute contracts. This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys relationship building, problem-solving, and learning the business side of healthcare operations. The role offers exposure to high-impact initiatives, complex vendor partnerships, and large-scale contracting efforts that directly support patient care and organizational growth. 

Minimum Candidate Qualifications 

• Bachelor's Degree is required.

• Requires 3-7 years of relevant experience.

• Requires in depth knowledge of interpreting policy and ensuring adherence with contracts. 

• Requires knowledge with tracking and reporting financial risk and budgeting.

• Requires proficiency in PSA and Microsoft Office (with emphasis on Excel).

Core Competencies

• Responsible for assigned supplier contracts, including the oversight of the overall contracts management process for a category of spend. 

• Designs, implements, manages, and audits the contract administration processes for multiple types of contracts (including master agreements, non-disclosure agreements, amendments, and product and service agreements) and functions with focus on working ahead of contract expirations. 

• Utilizes the correct IU Health approved legal templates and leads agreements through the correct signature workflows with support from the Category Manager, Finance, and Legal. 

• Leads and manages contract negotiations with suppliers (with collaboration and support from the Category Manager), tracking all documents and contract redlines. 

• Leads the process of analyzing contract issues to identify and minimize risks and optimize value for the organization, in addition to assisting with troubleshooting supply disruption events with appropriate internal and external teams. 

• Coordinates legal review of contracts with the Category Manager and other stakeholders (end user, Legal, Finance, Information Services, Privacy, etc.). 

• Ensures compliance with company policy and contractual obligations, including spend and market share commitments. 

• Develops contract practice standards and operating procedures. 

• Supports the RFx process from issuance to award. 

• Supports and actively engages in training, guidance, and education of new and existing staff. 

• Manages supplier onboarding, supplier credentialing, and rebate tracking, ensuring financial accuracy and maintaining strong supplier relationships. 

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Indiana University Health is unlike any other healthcare system and we're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. IU Health leaders play a crucial role in advancing the mission of our organization and inspiring teams to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients. As one of Indiana's largest employers and the most comprehensive medical system in the state, our vision is to lead the transformation of healthcare through quality, innovation and education, and make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.

IU Health is the largest health system in Indiana with nearly 40,000 team members, 15 hospitals and $8.64 billion in operating revenue. The system's programs in cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, orthopedics, pediatrics and transplants have received national recognition for quality patient care.  IU Health, in partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine, bring together highly skilled physicians, researchers, and educators into close collaboration to provide world-class care for children and adults and improve the health of patients and communities across Indiana. 

Indiana University Health is dedicated to a fair hiring process and is committed to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination for all individuals, regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, gender identity, expression, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we're home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine - one of the nation's largest medical schools - gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training - advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation's healthiest states.