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    Sr Sourcing and Procurement Consultant - Hopkins, United States - UnitedHealth Group

    UnitedHealth Group
    UnitedHealth Group Hopkins, United States

    2 weeks ago

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    Description


    UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that's dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world.

    We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all.

    Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start

    Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

    As a Sr.

    Sourcing & Procurement Consultant (IT) you will be challenged to manage strategic sourcing and contracting efforts across UnitedHealth Group in a rapidly changing IT Software/Services category.

    This role will focus primarily on business process applications (such as, virtual care technology, care coordination platforms, and customer relationship management software), plus other indirect technology commodities as assigned.

    A successful candidate will continue to build their skills and apply their experience in procurement, inclusive of pricing analysis, risk management, and cross-functional relationship management, to serve their stakeholders.

    The ideal candidate should be resourceful, demonstrate the ability to manage multiple projects and tasks, and successfully deliver on initiatives that will often have a broad and meaningful impact.

    You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.


    Primary Responsibilities:
    The Sr.

    Sourcing & Procurement Consultant, Sourcing & Procurement (IT) will be expected to:

    Develop and support technology strategies for Hardware, Software Licensing and Maintenance
    Execute on strategies by drafting commercial agreements, benchmarking rates, negotiating contract terms and conditions (leveraging UnitedHealth Group's terms and internal subject matter experts)
    Execute and participate in strategic sourcing initiatives (e.g., RFPs, renegotiations, eSourcing) across various business segments, which leverage total supplier spend; make appropriate recommendations and execute the same
    Understand and analyze assigned commodities, including pricing and contracting strategies; ensure alignment to enterprise sourcing and contracting efforts with technology vendors and applicable stakeholder/commodity strategies
    Develop relationships with applicable stakeholders across UnitedHealth Group to drive support for the procurement value proposition and initiatives
    Evaluate supplier and/or contract consolidation opportunities including, but not limited to, change management strategies to support the current supply chain, procurement programs, and overall sourcing and contracting strategy


    You'll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

    Required Qualifications:

    2+ years of experience of negotiating contracts, developing category strategies, and leading competitive events
    Understanding of hosted services, software licensing and maintenance
    Well versed in MS Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point
    Demonstrated ability to succeed in a high demand multi-tasking environment
    Demonstrated ability to successfully navigate obstacles from a customer-centric perspective, using facts and thought-through strategy
    Proven solid organizational, project management and communication (written and verbal) skills
    Proven solid analytical skills (effectively supports decisions on factual data and analysis) and problem-solving skills

    Preferred Qualifications:

    2+ years of experience within IT Software or Hardware categories, including licensing and maintenance
    Knowledge of Ariba e-Procurement tools; previous experience utilizing procure-to-pay and contracting modules (or similar procurement systems)
    Proven ability to concisely articulate positions and garner support quickly from various levels of business and procurement leadership


    If located near Minnetonka, MN, you will be asked to perform this role in an office setting on average of 3 days per week.

    *All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

    California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or

    Washington Residents Only:
    The salary range for this role is $88,000 to $173,200 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

    In 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.


    Application Deadline:


    This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected.

    Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.


    At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone.

    We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life.

    Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes.

    We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.


    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 workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
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